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Chiefs Dominate Raiders 31-0 with Mahomes' Trick Play

10/21/2025

Summary

Mahomes Dominates Raiders

Summary

Mahomes Executes Trick Play

Patrick Mahomes, quarterback for Kansas City Chiefs, executed a 4th-and-1 trick play on October 19, 2025, against Las Vegas Raiders.
After a failed count to draw offsides, he exclaimed, "This f***ing never f***ing works".
Instead of punting, he handed the ball to Kareem Hunt, running back for the Chiefs, for the first down.
The Chiefs won 31-0, and Mahomes credited his offensive coach for the idea and praised the line.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's offensive strategies have evolved significantly since the 1970s, particularly with the introduction of the Coryell offense, which emphasized vertical passing and player motion. In 2013, the Seattle Seahawks popularized the read-option play, showcasing innovative tactics. By 2023, the Kansas City Chiefs, under offensive coordinator Matt Nagy, demonstrated the effectiveness of these strategies with a decisive 31-0 victory over the Raiders.

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