Chiefs Defeat Texans 23-14 to Reach Seventh Straight AFC Title Game

Jan 19, 2025, 12:29 AM

The Kansas City Chiefs advanced to their seventh consecutive AFC Championship Game after defeating the Houston Texans 23-14 in the Divisional Round on Saturday. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes threw for 177 yards and one touchdown, connecting with tight end Travis Kelce for 117 yards and a touchdown on seven receptions. This victory marks head coach Andy Reid's 12th conference title game appearance, one short of Bill Belichick's record of 13. The Chiefs will host the AFC Championship Game next Sunday at Arrowhead Stadium at 6:30 PM ET, facing either the Baltimore Ravens or the Buffalo Bills. The team has hosted six of the last seven AFC title games and is pursuing a third consecutive Super Bowl title. Mahomes and the Chiefs have reached the conference title game every year since he became the starting quarterback seven seasons ago, highlighting an era of sustained dominance.