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Chiefs Fall to 6-7 in Costly Texans Defeat as Reid Takes Blame

Costly turnovers plus failed fourth-down gambles leave Kansas City needing a perfect finish with outside help.

Overview

  • Kansas City lost 20-10 to Houston in Week 14, with Patrick Mahomes throwing three interceptions and the offense limited to 274 yards.
  • Andy Reid said his fourth-down decisions were mistakes, including a failed 4th-and-1 at the Chiefs’ 31-yard line with the game tied 10-10.
  • The Chiefs’ playoff probability is about 16% per a New York Times model, rising to roughly 52% only if they win their final four games.
  • The path requires victories over division foes Chargers and Broncos plus the Titans and Raiders, and the AFC West title is already out of reach.
  • Drops by Kareem Hunt, Rashee Rice and Travis Kelce and an injury-hit offensive line missing four starters have hurt production, while expiring defensive deals raise offseason questions.