{
  "id": 11281024,
  "title": "Arrowhead West no more? Raiders’ fast start could mean Chiefs feel less at home at Allegiant",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/arrowhead-west-no-more-raiders-fast-start-could-mean-chiefs-feel-less",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-01T21:05:43.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/football/nfl/2026/10/01/arrowhead-west-no-more-raiders-fast-start-could-mean-chiefs-feel-less-at-home-at-allegiant"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Allegiant Stadium, known to many as Arrowhead West, has become synonymous with the Las Vegas Raiders' presence since its 2020 inception. The venue, bathed in red during the Kansas City Chiefs' visits, often feels like a neutral-site game for the Raiders. This sentiment was amplified last February when the Chiefs called Allegiant their home during Super Bowl LVII, practicing at the Raiders' facility.\n\nIn February 2024, Chiefs star pass rusher Maxx Crosby noted that their fans travel well and that the Raiders must earn the full support of their crowd. The Raiders have proven this with a loud presence in games at Los Angeles Chargers and New Orleans, with the season opener against Miami being particularly raucous. Ticket reseller Vivid Seats predicts that 64% of the crowd will support Las Vegas, while StubHub's data shows sales trending towards Raiders fans by a 4-to-1 ratio.\n\nThe Chiefs, looking to reclaim the AFC West after last season's nine-year dominance, aim to take back the division this weekend. Raiders quarterback Josh Allen and Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes both expressed confidence in their respective fan bases, expecting a potentially hostile environment reminiscent of past Oakland Raiders games. Chiefs coach Andy Reid, with a 6-1 record at Allegiant, stands a chance to become the all-time winningest coach at the stadium, surpassing former Las Vegas coaches Josh McDaniels and Antonio Pierce.\n\nThe Chiefs' defensive front, led by defensive tackle Chris Jones with 87.5 career sacks, could pose a significant challenge for the Raiders' offensive line, especially given Ashton Jeanty's struggles in the backfield. Tight end Travis Kelce, with receptions in 194 consecutive games, adds another layer of intrigue to the matchup. With the Raiders beginning their season 3-0, the question remains: can they maintain this momentum against the Chiefs' formidable defense?",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}