The Kansas City Chiefs’ 2025-2026 season has officially come to an end. For the first time in 11 years, the Chiefs did not qualify for the NFL playoffs, finishing the season with a 6-11 record.
Their final game of the season was played on Sunday, January 4, 2026, against the Las Vegas Raiders, which they lost 14-12 after a last-second 60-yard field goal by the Raiders.
What’s Next for the Chiefs?
Since the Chiefs are not in the postseason, their next game will not be until the 2026 Preseason. While the exact dates and times won’t be announced until this spring, we already know who they will play in the 2026-2027 season based on the NFL’s scheduling rotation.
2026 Home Opponents:
- Division: Denver Broncos, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers
- AFC East: New England Patriots, New York Jets
- NFC West: Arizona Cardinals, San Francisco 49ers
- Other: Indianapolis Colts
2026 Away Opponents:
- Division: Denver Broncos, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers
- AFC East: Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins
- NFC West: Los Angeles Rams, Seattle Seahawks
- Other: Cincinnati Bengals, Atlanta Falcons
Important Upcoming Dates
- NFL Playoffs (Wild Card Round): January 10–12, 2026 (Chiefs not participating)
- Super Bowl LX: February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, CA.
- 2026 Schedule Release: Expected in May 2026.