Taylor Swift has been a bigger presence at Arrowhead Stadium this season than the Chiefs themselves. After cheering on her husband, Travis Kelce, at the team’s first two games, Swift could be headed to Sin City for the Chiefs’ Sunday, Oct. 4, matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. The game airs live at 4:25 p.m. ET on CBS, and fans without cable can stream it through DirecTV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo and Paramount+.
Swift has brought serious star power to Kansas City. She showed up to the Sept. 14 game against the Denver Broncos alongside Tom Cruise, then returned for the Sept. 20 match-up with the Indianapolis Colts. When Kelce scored his first touchdown of the season, Swift pointed to her wedding ring and shouted, “That’s my husband!” Now the question is whether she will make the trip to Las Vegas for the Raiders.
What Has Happened So Far
Swift’s appearances at Arrowhead have drawn attention. Her presence at the Sept. 14 game with Tom Cruise was notable, and her return for the Colts game confirmed she was not a one-time visitor. Her shout about her husband after Kelce’s touchdown sealed the deal.
The Raiders are hosting the Chiefs at 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday, Oct. 4. CBS carries the game live for viewers with cable. Fans without cable can stream it through DirecTV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo and Paramount+. DirecTV, Hulu + Live TV and Fubo offer free trials to eligible customers, giving new subscribers a way to watch the Chiefs vs. Raiders without paying upfront.
The Rivalry and the Stakes
The Chiefs and Raiders have been rivals since the AFL’s inaugural 1960 season. They have faced each other more than 125 times since. Kansas City has historically held the edge in the series. Sunday’s matchup carries added significance because both teams enter Week 4 at 3-0.
That record stands on its own. The rivalry dates back to the AFL’s first season, and the teams have met more than 125 times.
Streaming Options for Viewers Without Cable
| Platform | Trial Offer |
|---|---|
| DirecTV | Free trial to eligible customers |
| Hulu + Live TV | Free trial to eligible customers |
| Fubo | Free trial to eligible customers |
The platforms offering free trials are DirecTV, Hulu + Live TV and Fubo. The free-trial offer is the key for cord-cutters. New subscribers get a way to watch the game without paying upfront. That is a real option for fans who do not want to commit to a full subscription.
What Swifties Should Expect
Swift’s presence in Las Vegas is not guaranteed. The source only says she could potentially be there. But the pattern at Arrowhead suggests she is invested in the season.
If she shows up in Las Vegas, the energy will be similar to what she brought to Arrowhead. Swift has made her presence known at every game she has attended this season.
The game airs at 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday, Oct. 4. For viewers without cable, the streaming options are DirecTV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo and Paramount+. The free-trial offers from DirecTV, Hulu + Live TV and Fubo mean new subscribers can watch without committing.
This is the part worth watching. Swift’s appearances have already changed how fans see the Chiefs. Her possible presence in Las Vegas could add to the story.
The Chiefs and Raiders meet with both teams undefeated for the first time in their current run. That is the story. Swift’s possible appearance is the extra. Either way, the game will be streamed through multiple platforms for fans who do not have cable.
Source material: “Taylor Swift’s Next NFL Appearance Could Be in Vegas — Here’s How to Watch Chiefs vs. Raiders Free Online,” Billboard.
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