The Chiefs’ latest struggle plays into their next opponent’s strength. Uh-oh
Another week, another huge game for the Chiefs and their playoff chances.
This time, the Houston Texans visit Kansas City on “Sunday Night Football,” and the teams are headed in different directions. The Chiefs have dropped three of four; the Texans have won four straight.
On SportsBeat KC, the sports podcast of The Kansas City Star and KCUR, beat writer Pete Sweeney breaks down the prime-time contest, the Chiefs’ playoff chances and the latest troubling issue, injuries on the offensive line on a week when they take on the NFL’s top-ranked defense.
After a break, Star columnist Vahe Gregorian looks ahead at an eventful week for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The draw is Friday, and that’s when teams will land in their various groups. On Saturday, the 16 North American cities, including Kansas City, will learn which teams will be playing when.
This story was originally published December 2, 2025 at 4:11 PM.