Chiefs Set to Make History in Brazil as 2025 Season Kicks Off with Major Lineup Changes
The Kansas City Chiefs are kicking off their 2025 NFL season in uncharted territory — São Paulo, Brazil, marking the first time the team will play on South American soil. The international showdown against the Los Angeles Chargers takes place on Friday, September 5 at 7 p.m. Central, and will be only the second-ever NFL game hosted in the Brazilian city.
But while the excitement is sky-high, the Chiefs won’t be entering this game at full strength.
🔻 Key Players Missing the Opener
Wide receiver Rashee Rice will miss the first six games of the season due to a suspension stemming from his involvement in a 2024 high-speed crash in Dallas.
Meanwhile, defensive end Felix Anudike-Uzomah, a local KC product, is out for the entire season with a serious hamstring injury.
Rookie receiver Jalen Royals is also expected to be sidelined for the opening game due to knee tendinitis.
💥 Mahomes, Kelce & Jones Are Back for Redemption
Despite the setbacks, the Chiefs’ core stars — Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and Chris Jones — are locked in and ready to begin their road to redemption after a bitter Super Bowl LIX loss. Expectations are high, and fans around the world are eager to see how Kansas City responds on the global stage.
📲 Special Digital Poster for Fans
To celebrate this historic moment, fans can download an exclusive digital poster — but it’s only available to logged-in subscribers.
🍻 Watch Party Bonus for Subscribers
Subscribers can also purchase tickets to a season opener watch party hosted by KC Bier Co. and The Star, featuring appearances by two of The Star’s Chiefs beat writers. Best of all? Your first round of drinks is included with every ticket.
Don’t miss this historic kickoff — the Chiefs are heading to Brazil, and the countdown is on! 🇧🇷🏈🔥
