Game: Kansas City Chiefs at Seattle SeahawksDate: August 15, 2025, 10:01 PM ESTSpread: Seahawks -2.5Total: 39.5
This is a preseason matchup, so predicting the outcome based on starters is virtually impossible. The focus shifts to evaluating depth, rookies, and players battling for roster spots.
Chiefs Preview:
- Expect to see limited action from Patrick Mahomes and other key starters. This is an opportunity for backups like Shane Buechele and Chris Oladokun to get extended reps.
- The Chiefs will likely be focused on evaluating their rookie class, particularly at wide receiver and defensive positions.
- The coaching staff will want to see how well the backups can execute the offensive and defensive schemes.
- Special teams play will be closely scrutinized.
Seahawks Preview:
- Similar to the Chiefs, the Seahawks will likely give Geno Smith a series or two at most. Drew Lock and Holton Ahlers will compete for snaps.
- The Seahawks are also likely to focus on evaluating their draft picks and undrafted free agents.
- Seattle has a few interesting position battles, so expect those players to get ample playing time.
- Pete Carroll traditionally values a strong running game, so pay attention to how the backup running backs perform.
Prediction:
Preseason games are notoriously unpredictable. However, a few factors might influence this game:
- Home Field Advantage: Seattle has a slight edge playing at home.
- Backup QB Play: The performance of the backup quarterbacks will be crucial.
- Turnovers and Penalties: These can swing the momentum in a preseason game where player evaluation is prioritized over game management.
Lean: Seahawks -2.5. Given the likely even playing field and the slight home-field advantage, Seattle seems like a decent bet to cover the spread.
Over/Under: Under 39.5. Preseason games are often sloppy, with a focus on fundamentals and player evaluation. Expect multiple changes, leading to less offensive rhythm.
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