Will anyone stop the Chiefs?
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are on fire, extending their winning streak to an incredible 15 games since last season and going a perfect 9-0 this year. But now, fans are left wondering: can anyone stop them?
Patrick Mahomes as an Underdog
This weekend, they face a real test against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium. For only the second time this season, the Chiefs come in as
underdogs. The line opened with the Bills favored by 1, but it’s already moved to -2.5 still in favor of the Bills, which is rare territory for Mahomes—he’s been an underdog only 15 times in his seven years as Kansas City’s starter.
When Mahomes does play as an underdog, he doesn’t disappoint. He’s gone 11-3 straight up and a stellar 12-1-1 against the spread. But when it comes to Bills, it’s a different story. Mahomes is 4-3 overall against Buffalo, including the playoffs, yet he’s only 1-3 in regular-season games. This matchup will be a defining moment for both teams, as the Chiefs try to keep their streak alive against one of their toughest opponents.
Chiefs vs Texans
The Chiefs’ next big test comes on week 14 against the Houston Texans. Right now, Kansas City isn’t projected to be an underdog in any remaining games this season but based on their record and C.J. Stroud being one of the better QBs they play this season, Houston might be the next team with a real shot to beat them. The Chiefs are currently 4.5-point favorites in this game.
The Texans have been facing some setbacks, especially in their receiver room. Nico Collins is expected to return when they face the Chiefs, but they’ll be without Stefon Diggs, who’s out for the season with a torn ACL. This matchup will be interesting, as it marks the first time Patrick Mahomes faces quarterback C.J. Stroud and the Texans’ defense, currently ranked 4th in the league.
The last time Mahomes played the Texans, they struggled at 1-12 with Davis Mills at quarterback in 2022. The Chiefs are heavily favored in their other upcoming matchups before they play the Texans, including games against the Carolina Panthers, Las Vegas Raiders, and Los Angeles Chargers. While any game can be unpredictable, these teams are seen as less likely threats to end the Chiefs’ winning streak.
Chiefs vs Steelers
The last team I think has a real shot at beating the Chiefs this season is the Pittsburgh Steelers, who they’ll face on Christmas Day. Kansas City is a 4-point favorite, but this matchup could be their toughest yet, especially going up against a Steelers defense that’s arguably the best in the league right now.
Since switching to Russell Wilson at quarterback, the Steelers have been on a roll and haven’t lost a game. Just last week, they took down the
Commanders, who have been strong this season. Surprisingly, the Chiefs and Steelers are pretty close in scoring right now. The Chiefs are averaging 24.3 points per game on the season and the Steelers are at 23.9, the Steelers have bumped their average to 30.3 over their last three games since Wilson came in, even if it was against teams like the Giants and Jets. Meanwhile, the Chiefs have stayed steady at 24.3 points per game in their last 3 games.
They did bring in DeAndre Hopkins, who’s been a good addition, but the absence of Rashee Rice is noticeable. Running back Isiah Pacheco should be back by Christmas, but for now, Kareem Hunt has been filling in well. Whether Pacheco’s return will make a huge difference remains to be seen.
If the Steelers’ offense keeps firing and their defense can put the brakes on Mahomes, they could pull off a Christmas Day upset.
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