What could be more exhilarating than tuning in to witness the Kansas City Chiefs battle the New Orleans Saints on this fine Monday night for Week 5 of the NFL? Patrick Mahomes and his squad aim to maintain their perfect home record at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Interestingly, the Saints vs Chiefs have not clashed in the regular season since 2020. However, they did meet in the preseason this year, with New Orleans narrowly edging out Kansas City in a close contest, finishing 26-24. In total, these two franchises have squared off 12 times, including postseason encounters, with Kansas City holding a slight advantage at seven victories compared to five defeats. Historically, their matchups have been high-scoring affairs, averaging 47.3 points per game, hinting at an electrifying showdown ahead.

In the initial four weeks of this season, the Chiefs have claimed victories over formidable opponents: the Ravens, Bengals, Falcons, and Chargers. One of the season’s highlights thus far was their nail-biting clash against Cincinnati, which culminated in a dramatic last-minute finish, concluding at 26-25.

On the other hand, the Saints boast a record of two wins against two losses. They started the season with a resounding triumph over the Panthers, followed by another impressive win against the Cowboys, where they triumphed 44-19. However, their momentum faltered as they succumbed to defeats against the Eagles and the Atlanta Falcons.

This matchup could also mark a notable reunion for Willie Gay Jr. The linebacker, who donned the Chiefs’ colors from 2020 to 2023, is now part of the Saints roster. Unfortunately, he sustained an injury during the first quarter of last week’s game against the Falcons, rendering his participation against his former team uncertain.

When will the Saints vs Chiefs face off? The game is set to kick off this Monday, October 7, at 8:15 p.m. (ET) and 5:15 p.m. (PT), taking place at the Chiefs’ home ground, GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City.