Texans vs. Chiefs AFC Divisional Game Odds, Schedule, and Forecast
Kansas City Chiefs Favored in Divisional Round Matchup Against Houston Texans
The Kansas City Chiefs, who secured the No. 1 seed in the AFC, will host the Houston Texans in the AFC Divisional Round on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. ET at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
The Chiefs have had an extra week to prepare for this matchup, having earned a bye in the first week of the postseason. This extended rest could prove beneficial for the defending champions, who are predicted to win by at least 9 points.
In their previous meeting in the regular season, the Chiefs defeated the Texans 27:19. Patrick Mahomes, the Chiefs' quarterback, scored another touchdown in that game, and Kareem Hunt also found the end zone.
The Texans, who are underdogs in this game, pulled off an upset in their previous match against the LA Chargers, winning 32:12. However, their offensive performance in that game is not expected to be repeated against the Chiefs.
In a positive note for the Texans, their defense intercepted four passes from the Chargers' quarterback in their previous game, more than Justin Herbert had in the entire regular season. This impressive defensive display could give the Texans hope for another upset.
DeMeco Ryans, who was hired as the head coach of the Houston Texans in 2023, his first job in the role, led the team to the Divisional Playoffs in his second year. However, in his first year as head coach, Ryans led the Texans to the Divisional Playoffs but lost to Baltimore.
The odds favor the Chiefs in this game, but it remains to be seen if the Texans can pull off another upset. The Chiefs have won every game against the Texans since the start of the decade.
The Texans' 2025 season started rocky, with the team struggling particularly with inconsistent execution and an underperforming offensive line. This has put pressure on Ryans to improve the team's play, especially quarterback protection and offensive consistency.
The Texans will face the Chiefs offense, led by Patrick Mahomes, in their upcoming game. The Chiefs secured the No. 1 seed in the AFC, and their success this season has been well-documented.
The AFC Divisional Round Game is played on the Chiefs' turf, which could give them an added advantage. However, the Texans have shown they are capable of pulling off upsets, and they will undoubtedly give the Chiefs a tough fight.
