The Chiefs experienced an unusual atmosphere at Arrowhead Stadium during their Christmas Day clash against the Raiders.
Arrowhead is renowned as one of the NFL’s most intimidating venues, known for its college stadium-like atmosphere and fervent Chiefs fans who create a deafening roar. However, on Christmas Day, something seemed amiss. The Las Vegas Raiders capitalized on unfavorable weather conditions and subpar performance from the defending Super Bowl champions, securing a 20-14 victory.
Had the stadium been this empty the whole game?
Do they not think Mahomes can score 14 points in ten minutes?
Iām flabbergasted by the amount of empty seats for a defending champ battling for playoff seeding. pic.twitter.com/ZB0bdUOwpi
ā Matt Edwards (@MattEdwards) December 25, 2023
As the Chiefs trailed 20-7 in the fourth quarter, the crowd appeared to have lost faith in their team, evident from the surprisingly spacious seating arrangements in the stands.
ā¦ anyone else feel like the Arrowhead Stadium crowd looks a little thin?
ā Willie Lutz (@willie_lutz) December 25, 2023
While the weather likely played a role in the unusual atmosphere, the Chiefs themselves didn’t deliver a performance that inspired confidence.