The Chiefs’ offense looks revived through the Week 7 of the 2025 season, and not just because of the returns of receivers Xavier Worthy and Rashee Rice. Along with getting their top playmakers back on the field, quarterback Patrick Mahomes has been stepping his game up once again.

Patrick Mahomes overcame the worst start to a game in his storied career to lead the Kansas City Chiefs to a 28-7 victory over the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is pressured by Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Charles Snowden (49) during the second half on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. The Chiefs defeated the Raiders, 31-0. Tammy Ljungblad [email protected]

Before Patrick Mahomes became the NFL’s biggest star, his father Pat Mahomes Sr. spent more than a decade on the mound in Major League Baseball, shaping the calm, creativity and competitive edge that still define the Chiefs quarterback today.

Patrick Mahomes says the 2017 AFC Wild Card loss to Marcus Mariota’s Titans taught him lasting lessons about momentum and playoff football.

This week's MNF showcase has the surging Patrick Mahomes and the shorthanded Washington Commanders. It's part of the sports equinox, too.