Overview
- Head coach Andy Reid said Wanya Morris sustained a lower-leg injury and Trent McDuffie hyperextended his knee, with both ruled out during the game.
- Undrafted rookie Esa Pole made his NFL debut at left tackle after Morris was hurt on the first play, further straining protection for Patrick Mahomes.
- Kansas City entered shorthanded with LT Josh Simmons on injured reserve after wrist surgery, RT Jawaan Taylor and RG Trey Smith inactive, and CB Chris Roland-Wallace on IR.
- The offense staggered with three Mahomes interceptions, including a late pass that Travis Kelce bobbled into a game-sealing pick for Houston.
- The Texans won 20-10 on Sunday night at Arrowhead, leaving the Chiefs’ playoff hopes damaged as medical evaluations and roster shuffling loom.