Chiefs overcome Raiders for 30-27 victory in AFC West clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 11:44 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs edged the Las Vegas Raiders 30-27 on October 4, 2026, improving to 4-0. The Raiders took a 13-10 lead at halftime, bolstered by Kirk Cousins' touchdown pass to Ian Thomas. The Chiefs reclaimed the lead in the fourth quarter, aided by a critical turnover on a kickoff return by the Raiders. Despite their strong performance, the Raiders fell short, now holding a 3-1 record. Patrick Mahomes played a significant role in the Chiefs' comeback.
- •Raiders led 13-10 at halftime.
- •Chiefs took control in the fourth quarter with pivotal plays.
- •Kenneth Walker III contributed significantly to the Chiefs' victory.
- •Raiders committed a crucial turnover during a kickoff return.
- •The game showcased the competitive progression of the Raiders.
- 11:56 PMYahoo Sports — Klint Kubiak said Raiders would win. He was right in the first half
- 11:44 PMYahoo Sports — After Raiders coach Klint Kubiak proclaims his team was going to win, the Chiefs find a way to another clutch victory
"Klint Kubiak doesn't lack confidence. It was on full display in a halftime interview as the Raiders led the Chiefs. Then they lost.
"The Raiders lost to the Chiefs, but it wasn't a familiar story.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 11:56 PMKlint Kubiak said Raiders would win. He was right in the first half
Klint Kubiak doesn't lack confidence. It was on full display in a halftime interview as the Raiders led the Chiefs. Then they lost.
- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 11:44 PMAfter Raiders coach Klint Kubiak proclaims his team was going to win, the Chiefs find a way to another clutch victory
The Raiders lost to the Chiefs, but it wasn't a familiar story.
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