Kansas City Chiefs (13-1) vs Houston Texans (9-5)
Game Info: Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 1:00 pm (GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium)
Betting Odds: Kansas City Chiefs +2 --- Over/Under: 39.5
The Houston Texans vs Kansas City Chiefs
Game Preview!
Get ready for an epic showdown as the Houston Texans take on the Kansas City Chiefs in NFL Week 16 at Arrowhead Stadium on December 21st. This game is crucial, with both teams showing brilliance this season and fighting for playoff spots. We'll dive into their strengths and weaknesses, analyze recent performances, and highlight key player matchups that could determine the outcome. Additionally, we'll explore their past encounters and stats to provide a deeper understanding of their rivalry. With so much on the line, our prediction aims to capture the excitement of this high-stakes clash under the bright lights.
Can Texans get a Third Straight Win?
The Texans have looked a little shaky overall, but they could make a real statement in this game. Two games ago against the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Texans secured a 23-20 victory and in the last game against the Miami Dolphins, they were able to secure the 20-12 victory. C.J. Stroud completed 18 of his 26 passes for 131 yards, two touchdowns, and zero interceptions. Even though they won, the offense wasn’t exactly dominant. Joe Mixon was the top receiver finishing with 33 yards on five catches.
The Texans overall sit with a 9-5 record overall. Houston is averaging 23.4 points while their defense is giving up 21.4 points per game. The offense is ranked 13th in the league while the defense is ranked 9th. Stroud overall this season has thrown for 3,258 yards, 17 touchdowns, and nine interceptions. In this game, Houston needs to get out to a fast start.
The Kansas City Chiefs Team Preview!
The big question for the Chiefs going into this game is whether quarterback Patrick Mahomes will play, given he got a high ankle sprain last game. Are they going to take the risk and have him play, or will they let him rest for a week or two? If Mahomes can’t play, Carson Wentz will be starting. In their last game against the Cleveland Browns, it wasn’t a blowout, but they still managed a 21-7 win. Kareem Hunt led the rushing with 13 carries for 45 yards.
This season, the Chiefs are scoring about 23.5 points per game, and their defense is letting in 18.5 points each game. Their offense is ranked 12th in the league, and their defense is sitting at 5th. So far, Travis Kelce has snagged 84 passes for 709 yards and scored two touchdowns.
The Houston Texans vs Kansas City Chiefs
Game Prediction!
The Pick: Texans ML -135
I'm not really worried about whether Mahomes plays or not; I'm backing the Texans regardless. Since the Texans are currently the favorites, it seems like Vegas doesn't think Mahomes is playing. The Chiefs have been taking too many risks this season, and they're going to have a tough time here. The Texans are allowing 21.4 points per game, and their defense is going to seriously step up. CJ Stroud is going to have a standout game, and the Texans are going to cruise to a win. Go with the Texans against the spread.
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