The Las Vegas Raiders defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 14–12 at Allegiant Stadium after Daniel Carlson drilled a 60-yard field goal with eight seconds remaining.
Both teams struggled offensively throughout the contest, combining for no touchdowns and relying almost entirely on special teams scoring in the key match player stats.
Las Vegas improved to 3-14, while Kansas City fell to 6-11 following a late defensive lapse.
The game featured 10 total field goals and one safety in a matchup dominated by defense and field position.
Quarter-by-quarter scoring
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Chiefs | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 12 |
| Las Vegas Raiders | 0 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 14 |
Carlson’s leg proves decisive late
Kansas City kicker Harrison Butker opened the scoring with a 36-yard field goal in the first quarter.
Carlson responded with two second-quarter kicks to give Las Vegas a 6-3 halftime lead.
After halftime, Butker tied the game and later added two fourth-quarter field goals to briefly put Kansas City ahead 12-11.
However, a critical fourth-quarter safety occurred when Tyree Wilson sacked Shane Buechele in the end zone.
The safety gave the Raiders momentum before Carlson launched the decisive 60-yard game-winner in the final seconds.
Quarterback play limited by defensive pressure
Kansas City quarterbacks were under constant pressure and absorbed eight sacks for 62 yards lost.
Buechele threw for 88 yards on 7-of-14 passing, while Chris Oladokun added 58 yards on 11-of-17 attempts.
Las Vegas also struggled through the air, with Aidan O’Connell finishing with 102 yards and Kenny Pickett throwing an interception.
Neither team produced a passing touchdown as both secondaries tightened in the red zone.
Key offensive player stats
| Player | Team | Stat Line |
|---|---|---|
| Shane Buechele | KC | 7/14, 88 YDS |
| Chris Oladokun | KC | 11/17, 58 YDS |
| Aidan O’Connell | LV | 10/22, 102 YDS |
| Brashard Smith | KC | 12 CAR, 56 YDS |
| Ashton Jeanty | LV | 26 CAR, 87 YDS |
| Hollywood Brown | KC | 3 REC, 64 YDS |
| Michael Mayer | LV | 3 REC, 47 YDS |
Running game keeps Raiders ahead
The Raiders leaned heavily on Ashton Jeanty, who carried 26 times for 87 yards to help control possession.
Kansas City managed just 84 rushing yards, with Brashard Smith leading the team at 56 yards.
Both teams averaged 3.7 yards per carry, but Las Vegas ran nine more times and dictated the pace.
The Raiders finished with 204 total yards compared to Kansas City’s 168.
Defensive standouts dominate the matchup
Chris Jones led Kansas City with two sacks, while linebacker Nick Bolton recorded nine tackles.
Las Vegas countered with an impressive pass rush, as Charles Snowden and Tyree Wilson combined for four sacks and multiple quarterback hits.
The Raiders defense held Kansas City to 3-of-17 on third downs and forced two fumbles.
Neither team scored in the red zone, emphasizing the defensive intensity throughout the game.
Team comparison
| Category | Chiefs | Raiders |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 168 | 204 |
| First Downs | 10 | 12 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 2 |
| Third Down | 3/17 | 4/16 |
| Rushing Yards | 84 | 118 |
| Passing Yards | 84 | 86 |
| Time of Possession | 29:16 | 30:44 |
Las Vegas ultimately capitalized on field position and defensive pressure to secure the narrow victory.
The final kick capped a methodical contest where mistakes proved costly and scoring opportunities were scarce.
In a matchup defined by defense and special teams, the Raiders made the final play that mattered most.