Chiefs vs. Commanders Inactives Today: Who is out for NFL Week 8 MNF showdown? 

The Kansas City Chiefs (4-3) will square off against the Washington Commanders (3-4) in Week 8 of the 2025 NFL season on Monday night. The game will kick off at 8:15 p.m. ET from GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.

Ahead of the Chiefs vs. Commanders matchup, here's a look at the inactive players on both teams.

Who are the inactives for the Chiefs tonight?

• OT, Josh Simmons (NIR)

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Josh Simmons is the only inactive player for the Chiefs against the Commanders. The offensive tackle is not injured but will miss the game due to personal reasons.

The Chiefs have also listed guard Trey Smith (back) as doubtful.

Kansas City lost its opening two games, but has won four of the past five. The Chiefs, led by superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes, appeared to be firing on all cylinders.

Who are the inactives for the Commanders tonight?

• QB, Jayden Daniels (Hamstring)

Washington's star quarterback, Jayden Daniels, is ruled out for the clash against Kansas City. The second-year QB is dealing with a hamstring injury.

The Commanders have also listed defensive tackle Daron Payne (toe) and placekicker Matt Gay (back) as questionable for Week 8.

The Commanders are currently on a two-game losing streak. In Daniels' absence, Marcus Mariota is set to start as Washington's quarterback against the Chiefs.

How to watch the Chiefs vs. Commanders game? TV schedule and live stream details for Week 8 MNF game

Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes - NFL 2025 - Source: Getty

The Chiefs vs. Commanders game will be broadcast live on ABC, with Joe Buck (play-by-play) and Troy Aikman (analyst) in the announcers' booth. Lisa Salters and Laura Rutledge will serve as the sideline reporters.

Fans can also live stream the Chiefs-Commanders contest on Fubo.

Here are the key details for the Chiefs vs. Commanders Week 8 game:

• Game date: Monday, October 27, 2025
• Time: 8:15 p.m. ET
• Venue: Arrowhead Stadium
• Location: Kansas City, Missouri
• TV: ABC

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