The Kansas City Chiefs have secured their seventh consecutive AFC Championship Game appearance, defeating the Houston Texans 23-14 in the Divisional Round. This win marks a significant milestone in franchise history, as only two teams – the New England Patriots and the Chiefs – have played in at least seven consecutive conference title games.
Head Coach Andy Reid won his 300th career game on Saturday, solidifying his position among the league’s top coaches. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes also reached a notable milestone, matching Joe Montana for the second-most postseason wins in NFL history.
Tight end Travis Kelce continued to shine, hauling in seven catches for 117 yards and a touchdown, bringing his ninth career playoff game with at least 100 receiving yards to the forefront. The Chiefs’ eight sacks on Saturday marked the second-most in franchise postseason history, led by defensive end George Karlaftis, who recorded three or more sacks in a single postseason game.
The win also marks the Chiefs’ eighth-consecutive playoff game victory, putting them among an exclusive group of teams to achieve this feat. With a trip to Super Bowl LIX on the line, Kansas City will face off against Buffalo this upcoming Sunday.
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