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Chiefs prepare for Chargers after early bye week

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Last updated Oct 14, 2026

Chiefs prepare for Chargers after early bye week

Summary

The Kansas City Chiefs return to action against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, October 18, following an early bye week. The Chiefs seek to build on their early-season success while facing a Chargers team that has lost five straight games. Kansas City has not made any significant roster changes during the bye, despite injuries to wide receiver Tyquan Thornton. Head coach Andy Reid mentioned that rookie wide receiver Cyrus Allen could see an expanded role in Thornton's absence. The Chiefs remain favored to win but must not underestimate the Chargers, who despite their struggles, are still a professional team.

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Status Watch

•Chiefs play Chargers on October 18 at Arrowhead Stadium.
•Kansas City leads with strong early-season performances.
•Los Angeles has lost five straight games, most recently to the Broncos.
•Tyquan Thornton is out with an injured ankle; rookie Cyrus Allen may play more.
•Chiefs have not made major roster changes during the bye week.

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11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Kansas City Chiefs' Bye Week Recap, Los Angeles Chargers Preview

What they're saying

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The Kansas City Chiefs had a very early bye week this season and return to action against the winless Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Oct. 18.
— Yahoo Sports

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