The Baltimore Ravens visit the Kansas City Chiefs to officially serve as the kickoff to another season in the National Football League.
The NFL's season-opening game could very well end up as the game of the year.
The Ravens vs. Chiefs opening salvo is more than just a game; it's a potential preview of the AFC title game (once again). Both teams are perennial contenders, with the Chiefs led by superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes and the Ravens showcasing the dynamic Lamar Jackson.
This matchup is crucial for setting the tone for the season, offering an early measure of where each team stands in the competitive AFC landscape. It's also a rematch of a close conference championship game from a year ago where the Chiefs stamped their ticket in Baltimore to their fourth Super Bowl appearance in five seasons.
For the Ravens, Week 1 at Arrowhead is a chance to prove they belong in the top tier of NFL teams—a chance to gain confidence in primetime for even bigger things ahead. For Kansas City, it's an opportunity to reinforce their dominance in the conference. They're out to make history in the NFL with a third consecutive Super Bowl and another victory over the Ravens in a matter of months would establish championship vibes early in the year.
The outcome between the Ravens and Chiefs should have long-term implications, potentially affecting playoff seeding and home-field advantage. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely, as this game could be a decisive factor in shaping the journey to the Super Bowl.
Today's Ravens vs. Chiefs Game Details
Game Time
The 2024 NFL Kickoff Game will be held at Arrowhead Stadium this year between the visiting Ravens and the Chiefs beginning at 8:20 p.m. E.T. (7:20 p.m. C.T.) For those hoping to catch the Super Bowl banner ceremony celebrating the team's win last February, the festivities will begin 11 minutes before kickoff at 8:09 p.m. E.T. (7:09 p.m. C.T.)
TV Channel Information
National Broadcast
While this year's NFL Kickoff Game is scheduled for a Thursday, it's not technically considered a part of the Thursday Night Football slate—which would have forced the game to be broadcast on Amazon. Instead, NBC is carrying this broadcast as a special one-off to begin the season and Amazon's TNF schedule will kick in for Week 2.
Local Broadcast Options
In the Kansas City region, Chiefs fans can watch the game on the local NBC affiliate (KSHB-41).
Streaming Options
For those wanting to watch the game via a streaming service, there are a few options available to you. Our friends at Fubo will be broadcasting the game for subscribers. The same can be said of NFL+ or NBC's streaming service Peacock.