Overview
- Kickoff is Sunday at 8:20 p.m. ET at Arrowhead Stadium on NBC and Peacock, with BetMGM listing Kansas City as a 3.5-point favorite.
- The Chiefs placed LT Josh Simmons on injured reserve after wrist surgery, and RG Trey Smith (ankle) and RT Jawaan Taylor (triceps/elbow) are likely out, with Wanya Morris, Mike Caliendo and Jaylon Moore expected to step in.
- Houston leads the NFL in total and scoring defense and has allowed more than 20 points only twice this season.
- Texans edge rushers Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter have combined for 21.5 sacks, highlighting a pass rush that will test Kansas City’s protection.
- Houston has won four straight to reach 7-5 after an 0-3 start, while Patrick Mahomes framed the Chiefs’ path at 6-6 as must-win the rest of the way.