Chargers Face Chiefs in Key AFC West Matchup at Arrowhead
Kansas City seeks to secure a ninth straight division title, while Los Angeles aims to keep its playoff momentum alive under Jim Harbaugh.
- The Kansas City Chiefs (11-1) host the Los Angeles Chargers (8-4) on Sunday night, with the Chiefs favored by 3.5 points.
- A win for Kansas City would clinch their ninth consecutive AFC West title, while a Chargers victory would strengthen their wild-card position and keep slim division hopes alive.
- The Chargers, led by first-year head coach Jim Harbaugh, have shown defensive improvements under coordinator Jesse Minter but face a Chiefs team that has won six straight against them.
- Kansas City’s offense, led by Patrick Mahomes, has struggled with consistency, but the team has leaned more on its run game and remains a top AFC contender.
- Key injuries include Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey (questionable) and Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (questionable), with windy conditions potentially impacting passing offenses.