Both superstar passers got off to blazing hot starts in Week 1, with the two combining for eight touchdown passes (five for Mahomes, three for Herbert) in big wins over the Cardinals and Raiders, respectively.
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While this marks the fifth time that the two passers’ teams have met since Herbert has entered the league, it’s only the fourth time that the two will meet: Mahomes missed a 2020 matchup with an injury. The series is 2-1 in favor of Herbert with Mahomes angling to even the series this weekend.
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What channel is Chargers vs. Chiefs on today?
The game will be broadcast only on TV channels in local TV markets: KSHB (NBC), channel 41 in Kansas City and KTTV 11 in Los Angeles.
Meanwhile, viewers in Canada will be able to watch the game on DAZN.
Chargers vs. Chiefs start time
Date: Thursday, Sept. 15 Kickoff: 8:15 p. m. ET (7:15 p. m. CT/5:15 p. m. PT)
The Chargers and Chiefs are set to kick off in the customary 8:15 p.m. ET on Thursday night. The game will be played in Kansas City, at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
NFL live stream for Chargers vs. Chiefs
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NFL Week 2 schedule
Thursday, Sept. 15
Sunday, Sept. 18
Monday, Sept. 19
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