KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Kansas City Chiefs will host the New York Jets on Sunday, November 8 at Arrowhead Stadium. Fans can find important information and reminders regarding Sunday's game below.
Salute To Service
Sunday's matchup will be the Chiefs "Salute to Service" game. Salute to Service is the NFL's ongoing commitment to honor, empower, and connect with U.S. service members, veterans, and their families. Since 2011, the initiative has raised over $80 million through partnerships with leading organizations, including the Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF), Pat Tillman Foundation (PTF), Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), United Service Organizations (USO) and Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP).
Chiefs Military Mission Presented By G.E.H.A
The Chiefs and G.E.H.A are proud to honor the members of our military community, past and present, whose dedication, courage, and sacrifice help protect our nation and its freedoms.
The Chiefs Military Mission, presented by G.E.H.A, encompasses the year-round initiatives dedicated to honor our troops, including holding Military Appreciation Day at training camp, hosting a regular season matchup as the Salute to Service game, recognizing military members during games, and more
To all who serve or have served, thank you for your service.
Tribute To The Troops
Retired Lieutenant Colonel Michael Lee will lead the introduction of the team and serve as the Tribute to the Troops nominee.
Lee enlisted in the Army in 1991 and was later commissioned into the Air Force in 2003. He last served as the Commander for the 647th Logistics Readiness Squadron at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam until his retirement in 2021. Lee was wounded in Afghanistan from an IED blast which resulted in a TBI and PTSD. He was awarded a Purple Heart and thereafter enrolled into the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program (AFW2). Lee now shares his inspiring story and empowers Airmen and Guardians to be supportive leaders at all levels and embrace the courage in being transparent and honest so that no one suffers in silence.
The Air Force Wounded Warrior Program (AFW2) is a congressionally mandated and federally funded program that provides personalized care, services and advocacy to seriously wounded, ill and injured Airmen.
Game Entertainment
The national anthem will be performed by Retired U.S. Navy Honorary Chief Petty Officer Steven Powell.
While serving in the Navy, Powell discovered a second calling in performing the National Anthem at military ceremonies and sporting events. Having grown up singing in church, music had always been part of his life, but it wasn't until a friend encouraged him to audition to perform the anthem for the Phoenix Suns that his singing career took off.
Among the many venues and events where he has performed, Powell counts singing at Normandy Beach in June 2024 during the 80th anniversary commemoration of D-Day as one of his most memorable experiences.
Following the national anthem, a C-130H out of Rosecrans Air National Guard Base in St. Joseph, Mo., accompanied by two A-10 Thunderbolts from Whiteman Air Force Base in Knob Noster, Mo., will conduct a flyover.
The Fort Leavenworth Joint Service Color Guard will present Sunday's colors.
At halftime, the United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, a 24-man rifle platoon based at Marine Barracks Washington, will perform synchronized precision exhibition drills without verbal commands or vocal cadence.
The Platoon is composed of 24 hand-selected infantry Marines who are chosen directly from the Infantry Marine Course and meet the rigorous standards required for this elite assignment. Following six weeks of demanding physical training and countless hours perfecting the art of Barracks drill, these Marines earn their "black shirts" and a place among the coveted "Marching Twenty-Four."
Since its inception in 1948, the Silent Drill Platoon has become renowned for its uncompromising attention to detail, exemplary discipline, and unwavering commitment to the Marine Corps.
Parking and Traffic
Parking lots for Sunday's game open at 7:30 a.m. All fans are required to purchase digital parking passes in advance online as cash is not accepted at toll booths. Download all tickets and passes via the Chiefs Mobile app or www.mychiefsaccount.com to your mobile wallet before arrival. Arrive early and track live traffic updates using the Waze app or the KC Scout camera network (www.kcscout.net).
Guests using rideshare services may drop-off and pick-up at the Missouri Welcome Center located between Gates 1 and 2 on Blue Ridge Cutoff. Fans can find additional information and view an interactive parking map by visiting www.arrowheadstadiumkc.com/plan-your-visit/parking-tailgating/maps-directions.
Tune In
Fans who are unable to attend Sunday's game can tune in to KFNZ-FM (96.5 The Fan), the Home of the
Chiefs Radio Network, as "Voice of the Chiefs" Mitch Holthus, former Chiefs WR Danan Hughes and sideline reporter Josh Klingler call the action.
Tico Sports will produce a Spanish-language broadcast available on the Audacy app ("Chiefs en Espanol") and KWOD (1660 AM) within the Kansas City market. Additionally, regional coverage is available through KSSA (105.9 FM and 1470 AM) in Garden City, Kansas, and Liberal Kansas, KWXD (103.5 FM) in Pittsburg, Kansas, and Joplin, Missouri, and KEKS (103.1 FM) in Emporia, Kansas.
All radio broadcasts are also available to stream on the Chiefs Mobile app within a 50-mile radius of the Kansas City metro area.
Sunday's matchup will be featured on CBS Sports with Jim Nantz (play-by-play announcer), JJ Watt (analyst), and Tracy Wolfson (sideline reporter) calling the game.
Stadium Gates and Mobile Entry
All Arrowhead Stadium gates will open at 10 a.m. for the noon kickoff. Gates for guests with tickets on the CommunityAmerica Club Level will open at 9:30 a.m. Guests are reminded to access their mobile tickets and parking passes in advance of the event and add them to their mobile wallet for expedited entry.
Ford Tailgate District
The Ford Tailgate District, located in Lot M and on the north side of the stadium closest to Lancer Lane, will open at 8 a.m. The Ford Tailgate District is a free space for all fans to enjoy drinks, food trucks, tailgating games and live entertainment leading up to kickoff.
This week the district will feature live music from Cole Whittlesey and DJ Lazer, with Spencer Davis as emcee.
There will be performances by the Chiefs Rumble and Chiefs Cheerleaders, a celebrity reveal for the second week of Secret Chiefs, and a special appearance by Chiefs Legend Spencer Ware. Partner activations for this game include Audacy, Bud Light, Build-A-Bear, Coca-Cola, Crown Royal, G.E.H.A, Hy-Vee, McDonald's, Midwest Ford Dealers, Ororo, Svedka, TAMKO Building Products, Tickets For Less, Uncrustables, and Velveeta.
Drum Deck
The Chiefs introduced the Drum Deck in 2019 as the home for two gameday traditions – the Drum Honoree and the Tony DiPardo Spirit Leader.
Lieutenant General James Isenhower III will serve as the Drum Deck Honoree.
Isenhower is the Commanding General of the U.S. Army Combined Arms Command at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. A West Point graduate with both an M.A. and Ph.D. from Duke University, he has served in the U.S. Army for more than three decades and has held numerous leadership positions, including command of the 1st Armored Division and Fort Bliss.
Isenhower was commissioned in 1992, served in the 1st Armored Division, 1st Cavalry Division, 25th Infantry Division, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), 2D Stryker Cavalry Regiment, U.S. Army Pacific, 1st US Army, and at the Pentagon on the Joint Staff and the Army Staff. He served three combat tours in Iraq in Mosul, Baghdad, and the Diyala Province.
Isenhower also served as an assistant professor in the Department of History at the United States Military Academy, and as the executive officer to the Commanding General, US Army Pacific and to the Director of the Army Staff.
The Tony DiPardo Spirit Leader will be Chief Master Sergeant Nathan Parks.
Parks is the Command Chief Master Sergeant of the 442nd Fighter Wing at Whiteman Air Force Base. A native of Osage Beach, Missouri, Parks serves as the principal advisor to the wing commander on all issues regarding the welfare, readiness, morale, professional development, and proper utilization and progress of approximately 1,300 Air Force reservists at Whiteman Air Force Base, as well as a geographically separated unit, the 476th Fighter Group at Moody Air Force Base in Georgia.
Parks entered the Air Force as a C-5 Loadmaster directly following his high school graduation in 1996. By 2000, then Senior Airman Parks left the active duty and joined the Air Force Reserves.
Among his many positions held, Parks served as Command Chief of the 434th Air Refueling Wing and as Chief of the Air Force Reserve Chiefs Group at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C.
Lamar Hunt Legacy Seat presented by United Airlines
To help celebrate the franchise's 60th season in 2019, the Kansas City Chiefs introduced the Lamar Hunt Legacy Seat at Arrowhead Stadium. For each home game, the club selects a Season Ticket Member to honor with this special recognition. The two gold seats are located in Section 121 of the lower bowl, symbolically positioned under Lamar Hunt's name in the team's Ring of Honor.
This week's Lamar Hunt Legacy Seat honoree, presented by United Airlines, is U.S. Army Sergeant Brenton Stuehmer.
Stuehmer served in the United States Army from 2006-12 as a 31 Quebec, a tactical satellite and microwave systems operator. His responsibilities included supervising and maintaining tactical satellite, microwave, and tropospheric radio equipment-systems that are essential to keeping our military connected and effective in the field.
Stuehmer was stationed at Fort Riley, Kansas, with the 1st Infantry Division, 34th Armor Regiment, known as the Big Red One. During his service, he deployed overseas to both Korea and Iraq, serving in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn.
A 1997 graduate of Missouri Military Academy, he currently serves as Secretary of the Academy's Alumni Board. Stuehmer earned a degree in Sports Management from Southwest Baptist University and works as Operations Manager for Factory Motor Parts. A lifelong Chiefs fan, he has been a Season Ticket Member since 2021.
Hunt Family Foundation 50/50 Raffle
This week's 50/50 Raffle beneficiary is the Dollywood Foundation. The Dollywood Foundation was created in 1988 by Dolly Parton to inspire the children in her home county to achieve educational success.
Raffle tickets will be at the standard pricing of 400 for $100, 150 for $40, 60 for $20, and 10 for $10. Fans who are not at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday can also participate in the Hunt Family Foundation 50/50 Raffle by visiting chiefs5050.com/.
Online ticket sales are currently live, but fans must be located in the states of Missouri or Kansas at the time they purchase a ticket online. In-person raffle tickets will remain on sale through the end of the third quarter.
The winning ticket will be announced in-stadium and posted online during the fourth quarter of the game and winners do not need to be present to win. Credit and debit cards will be the only form of payment accepted by 50/50 Raffle sellers.
Accessibility Services
Arrowhead Stadium is dedicated to delivering an inclusive and welcoming experience for all guests through a wide range of accessibility services, including:
- Mobility Assistance: Complimentary mobility cart service and wheelchair support are available before and after the game to help guests reach their seating locations comfortably.
- Sensory Support: A Sensory Room presented by Window World and sensory kits equipped with tools to help guests self-regulate and enjoy the game environment.
- Nursing Lounge: A private space featuring gliders, electrical outlets, a handwashing sink, lockers and a changing table to support nursing parents.
For a complete list of all available services, guests are encouraged to visit: www.arrowheadstadiumkc.com/plan-your-visit/accessibility.
Concessions Value Pricing
Arrowhead Stadium will once again offer value pricing on select concession items during the 2026 season. Fans can purchase $5 hot dogs, pretzels, beer, and 16 oz. fountain sodas at value concession locations in Sections 215 and 238, while 16 oz. fountain sodas priced at $5 will also be available at concession stands throughout the stadium. In addition to these value offerings, fans can enjoy a wide variety of food and beverage options at concession locations across Arrowhead Stadium, including Little Caesars locations in Sections 107, 125, 315 and 345.
Cashless
All concession stands and retail points of sale are completely cashless. In addition to traditional scan and chip reader options for credit/debit cards, all fixed points of sale offer mobile tap or scan payment options, including Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay. In-stadium hawkers and vendors are credit card only.
Safety and Security
The NFL's clear bag policy is in place for all events at Arrowhead Stadium. Fans can visit www.arrowheadstadiumkc.com/plan-your-visit/clear-bag-policy for important information on the clear bag policy and a complete list of permitted and prohibited items.
Although the clear bag policy is in place, guests are encouraged to avoid bringing a bag into the stadium, if possible, to expedite their entry process. Fans can visit www.arrowheadstadiumkc.com/plan-your-visit/prohibited-permitted-items for a complete list of permitted and prohibited items.
If guests have questions or need assistance, including with accessible services, they can contact Fan Experience at (816) 920-4237 or by email at fanexperience@chiefs.com. Beginning six hours prior to kickoff, guests can also text (816) 920-4237 with location and issue.
Timeline for Chiefs vs. Jets on Sunday, November 8
7:30 a.m. – Parking Gates Open
8:00 a.m. – Ford Tailgate District Opens
9:30 a.m. – CommunityAmerica Club Level Gates Open
10:00 a.m. – Arrowhead Stadium Gates Open
11:00 a.m. – Team Warm-Ups Begin
11:51 p.m. – Jets Team Introduction
11:53 a.m. – Chiefs Team Introduction
11:57 a.m. – National Anthem
11:59 a.m. – C-130H and A-10 Flyover
12:00 p.m. – Coin Toss
12:02 p.m. – Kickoff
