In this edition of The First Read, Jeffri Chadiha spotlights 10 people who will shape the second half of the 2025 NFL season. Plus, who's up and who's down? And what's the most intriguing matchup of Week 10?

The AFC playoff picture is far from settled as the NFL hits the midway point of the 2025 campaign, but Judy Battista breaks down seven Week 9 developments that could ultimately impact the conference race.

Around The NFL breaks down what you need to know from Sunday's action in Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season.

Check out Sunday's AFC showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills, available on CBS and NFL+. 

NFL Research's Samuel Reno highlights who is looking to make history in Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season.

Patrick Mahomes isn't expecting a warm welcome to Western New York on Sunday afternoon when the Chiefs take on the Bills in a matchup of AFC heavyweights.

Who unseats Baker Mayfield for the No. 1 spot in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings? Which player bumps Josh Allen from the top four? Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32, heading into Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season.

NFL.com's Matt Okada previews Week 9 of the 2025 fantasy football season with a NFL Pro insight deep dive.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce scored his 83rd career touchdown -- 80th receiving -- Monday night against the Washington Commanders, tying Priest Holmes for most in franchise history. 

Following a slow start in which he threw interceptions on each of his first two drives,  Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes dominated after halftime, leading three straight touchdown drives en route to Kansas City's 28-7 win over the Washington Commanders.

In this edition of The First Read, Jeffri Chadiha identifies teams that are wearing out trust and others who deserve some grace after Week 8. Plus, who's up and who's down? And what's the marquee matchup of Week 9?

NFL.com's Bobby Kownack breaks down three must-know storylines for Monday's Week 8 game between the Washington Commanders and Kansas City Chiefs

As he learns the Kansas City Chiefs pass protections, seventh-round rookie Brashard Smith could see increased reps out of the backfield. 

Who bumps Sam Darnold from the top five in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings? Which player falls 12 spots? Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32, heading into Week 8 of the 2025 NFL season.

NFL.com's Matt Okada previews Week 8 of the 2025 fantasy football season with a NFL Pro insight deep dive.

The Kansas City Chiefs beat the Las Vegas Raiders 31-0, their most lopsided shutout of the Raiders in the 133 times that the two teams have met.

Around The NFL breaks down what you need to know from Sunday's action in Week 7 of the 2025 NFL season.

Rashee Rice knows almost to the day how long it's been since he played in a game for the Kansas City Chiefs. Two more days until he does it again.

Who ousted Josh Allen from a top-three spot in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings? How high does Jaxson Dart rise after his prime-time triumph? Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32, heading into Week 7 of the 2025 NFL season.

The Chiefs will finally get to see what their offense looks like when Rashee Rice joins fellow wide receivers Xavier Worthy and Marquise Brown on the field for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

Atlanta running back Bijan Robinson and Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes lead the way on the league's weekly honor roll.

Around The NFL breaks down what you need to know from Sunday's action in Week 6 of the 2025 NFL season.

Who dethroned Josh Allen for the top spot in Nick Shook's QB Index rankings? Check out the updated pecking order, 1-32, heading into Week 6 of the 2025 NFL season.

The Kansas City Chiefs lost a 14-0 lead, losing 31-28 to the Jacksonville Jaguars. It marked K.C.'s third one-score loss of the season.

Watch the longest play by every team at midseason in the 2025 NFL Season.

Watch every teams best play from Week 9 of the 2025 NFL Season.

The Kansas City Chiefs convert a two-point-conversion from quarterback Patrick Mahomes to tight end Travis Kelce against the Buffalo Bills.

Fourth-and-17 is no problem for Mahomes, as he delivers 29-yard strike to Rashee Rice

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes completes a 33-yard pass to wide receiver Marquise Brown against the Buffalo Bills.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes connects with tight end Travis Kelce for a 28-yard gain against the Buffalo Bills.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes launches a 40-yard pass to Hollywood Brown against the Buffalo Bills.

The Kansas City Chiefs gain 24 yards against the Buffalo Bills on a reception from quarterback Patrick Mahomes to wide receiver Rashee Rice.

NFL Fantasy Analyst Marcas Grant, NFL Fantasy Analyst Michael Florio and NFL Fantasy Analyst Adam Rank give a preview of the Week 9 matchup between the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City Chiefs.

"NFL Fantasy Live" host Kimmi Chex and fantasy analyst Adam Rank discuss which duos are going to have the most fantasy points in Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season.

NFL Fantasy Analyst Marcas Grant, NFL Network Host Kimmi Chex and NFL Fantasy Analyst Adam Rank tell you who will boldly have a big fantasy game for Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes talks about rivalry between the Buffalo Bills heading into Week 9 matchup during the 2025 NFL season.

"Good Morning Football" goes around the breakfast table sharing which active NFL player has the potential still to become the "Greatest Of All Time" in their respective position.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes talks to the media following Week 8 win against the Washington Commanders.

Watch every touchdown from Week 8 of the 2025 NFL Season.

Watch the best plays from Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes' 3-touchdown game vs. the Washington Commanders in Week 8 of the 2025 NFL season.

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice doubles up Washington Commanders middle linebacker Bobby Wagner to get free for an 18-yard touchdown.

On the ManningCast of Monday Night Football with Peyton and Eli, Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning and former NFL quarterback Eli Manning are joined by Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams and react to Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes throwing an 18-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Rashee Rice.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes avoids multiple sacks to find tight end Noah Gray for 15 yards.

On the ManningCast of Monday Night Football with Peyton and Eli, Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning and former NFL quarterback Eli Manning are joined by Academy Award winning actor Billy Bob Thornton who calls Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes 10-yard touchdown pass to tight end Travis Kelce.

Actor Billy Bob Thornton joins the "ManningCast" to talk about his new series Landman and share his admiration for Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce traps a quick 10-yard pass from quarterback Patrick Mahomes for a touchdown.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes evades pocket pressure by locating running back Kareem Hunt for a 2-yard touchdown.

On the ManningCast of Monday Night Football with Peyton and Eli, Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning and former NFL quarterback Eli Manning call Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes throwing a 2-yard touchdown pass to running back Kareem Hunt.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce corrals a short pass from quarterback Patrick Mahomes for a 38-yard pickup.