Chief trek to Brazil, hope to dominate rivals

Jones hungry for wins and local grub

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Bold is the theme on defence for the Kansas City Chiefs as the 2025 season begins in a rare Week | setting — and with a division rivals waiting —as the NFL come to South America.

The Chiefs beat Jim Harbaugh and the AFC West rivals Los Angeles Chargers twice last season on the way to 15 wins and the top seed in the conference, falling short in a three-peat bid with a Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in February.

This week, the Chiefs begin a march they hope ends with another shot at the Lombardi Trophy on foreign soil in Sao Paulo, Brazil, tomorrow morning (Thai time).

Being a first-time visitor to the country, All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones views Week 1 as a celebration of Kansas City's success — and a big test. Primarily of the Chiefs’ readiness, but also of Jones’ tourist acumen. He said he’s bringing two TVs — anew LG model that can be checked — and a serious appetite with fingers crossed he’s permitted to sample plenty of the culinary options.

“I think it's sweet we get to play internationally first game of the season,” Jones said. “That's a challenge for us as a team. Division rivalry. We also get a chance to test where we're at.”

If Jones is fixated on feijoada, then the Chargers would be glad to serve a Week 1 upset and end a seven-game losing streak to the Chiefs.