Texans vs Chiefs Game Breakdown
Texans
9W-5L
12/21/24
01:00 PM
Odds: 43.5 o/u
Chiefs
13W-1L
Strap in, sports fans! It’s a high-stakes showdown at Arrowhead Stadium as the surging 9W-5L Houston Texans roll into Kansas City to challenge the almost-unstoppable 13W-1L Chiefs this Saturday at 1 PM. With clear skies and a slight breeze setting the stage, this clash is not just about pride; it’s about playoff positioning. Last week, Texans’ wideout Nico Collins snagged two touchdowns, proving he’s a key weapon in their arsenal, while rookie QB C.J. Stroud showed poise under pressure. On the other side, the Chiefs witnessed some magic from WR Xavier Worthy and another solid outing from their maestro, Patrick Mahomes. With the over/under tantalizingly set at 43.5, bettors and fans alike are buzzing. Will the Texans corral the Chiefs, or will Kansas City stampede over Houston? It’s a battle of wills in the West that promises fireworks!
Game Breakdown
Game Time: 12/21/24 01:00 PM
Location: Arrowhead Stadium , Kansas City
Weather: Sunny with winds from the SE at 5.8 mph. Temperature is at 27° with 65% humidity.
Vegas Odds
| HOU ML | KC ML | Over/Under | Line | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | +140.0 | -130.0 | 43.5 | 3.5/-1.5 |
| Recent | +140.0 | -130.0 | 43.5 | 3.5/-1.5 |
| Difference | 0 | 0 | 0 | – |
Texans Odd Projections
41.7% Win Probability
Chiefs Odd Projections
58.3% Win Probability
Previous Matchups
| Date | Runs | O/U | O/U DIFF | ATS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-12-18 | Chiefs Chiefs | 24 | Over | +10.5 | |
| Texans Texans | 30 |
Texans Recent Games
| Date | vsOpp | Result | PassYd | RushYd | O/U |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-15 | MIA | 20-12W | 131 | 77 | Under |
| 2024-12-01 | JAX | 23-20W | 242 | 108 | Under |
| 2024-11-24 | TEN | 27-32L | 247 | 40 | Over |
| 2024-11-18 | DAL | 34-10W | 257 | 141 | Over |
| 2024-11-10 | DET | 23-26L | 232 | 56 | Over |
| 2024-10-31 | NYJ | 13-21L | 191 | 187 | Under |
| 2024-10-27 | IND | 23-20W | 285 | 96 | Under |
| 2024-10-20 | GB | 22-24L | 86 | 142 | Over |
| 2024-10-13 | NE | 41-21W | 192 | 192 | Over |
| 2024-10-06 | BUF | 23-20W | 331 | 94 | Under |
| 2024-09-29 | JAX | 24-20W | 345 | 101 | Over |
| 2024-09-22 | MIN | 7-34L | 307 | 38 | Under |
| 2024-09-15 | CHI | 19-13W | 260 | 75 | Under |
| 2024-09-08 | IND | 29-27W | 234 | 213 | Over |
Chiefs Recent Games
| Date | vsOpp | Result | PassYd | RushYd | O/U |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-15 | CLE | 21-7W | 179 | 132 | Under |
| 2024-12-08 | LAC | 19-17W | 210 | 96 | Under |
| 2024-11-29 | LV | 19-17W | 306 | 63 | Under |
| 2024-11-24 | CAR | 30-27W | 269 | 165 | Over |
| 2024-11-17 | BUF | 21-30L | 196 | 78 | Over |
| 2024-11-10 | DEN | 16-14W | 266 | 57 | Under |
| 2024-11-04 | TB | 30-24W | 291 | 124 | Over |
| 2024-10-27 | LV | 27-20W | 262 | 82 | Over |
| 2024-10-20 | SF | 28-18W | 154 | 184 | Over |
| 2024-10-07 | NO | 26-13W | 331 | 139 | Under |
| 2024-09-29 | LAC | 17-10W | 245 | 101 | Under |
| 2024-09-22 | ATL | 22-17W | 217 | 128 | Under |
| 2024-09-15 | CIN | 26-25W | 151 | 149 | Over |
| 2024-09-05 | BAL | 27-20W | 291 | 72 | Over |
Texans Vs Over/Under
Chiefs Vs Over/Under
Team’s Player Projections
| Houston Texans | DK | FD | PassYd | PassTD | RushYd | RecYd | Rec | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Texans | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Andrew Beck | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| British Brooks | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Nico Collins | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Tank Dell | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Stefon Diggs | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Troy Hairston | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Xavier Hutchinson | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Xavier Johnson | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Johnny Johnson III | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Kansas City Chiefs | DK | FD | PassYd | PassTD | RushYd | RecYd | Rec | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Chiefs | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Hollywood Brown | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Baylor Cupp | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Clyde Edwards-Helaire | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Anthony Firkser | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Jody Fortson | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Noah Gray | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Mecole Hardman | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Jaaron Hayek | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
| Peyton Hendershot | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan | nan |
Texans Notable Injuries
-
British Brooks –
OUT
(knee)
Last Game: 2024-09-29 – 0.1 fpts avg over last 5 games -
Stefon Diggs –
OUT
(knee)
Last Game: 2024-10-27 – 14.5 fpts avg over last 5 games -
Brevin Jordan –
OUT
(knee)
Last Game: 2024-09-15 – 1.4 fpts avg over last 5 games -
John Metchie III –
QUESTIONABLE
(shoulder)
Last Game: 2024-12-15 – 6.7 fpts avg over last 5 games -
Davis Mills –
QUESTIONABLE
(illness)
Last Game: 2024-10-13 – 1.6 fpts avg over last 5 games -
Cade Stover –
QUESTIONABLE
(appendix)
Last Game: 2024-12-01 – 3.5 fpts avg over last 5 games
Chiefs Notable Injuries
-
Jody Fortson –
OUT
(knee)
Last Game: 2024-10-27 – 0.5 fpts avg over last 5 games -
Mecole Hardman –
OUT
(knee)
Last Game: 2024-11-29 – 2.3 fpts avg over last 5 games -
Peyton Hendershot –
QUESTIONABLE
(calf)
Last Game: 2024-11-24 – 1.1 fpts avg over last 5 games -
Patrick Mahomes –
QUESTIONABLE
(ankle)
Last Game: 2024-12-15 – 18.2 fpts avg over last 5 games -
Rashee Rice –
OUT
(knee)
Last Game: 2024-09-29 – 16.2 fpts avg over last 5 games
Offense Team Comparison
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