Kansas City Chiefs Summary

The Kansas City Chiefs faced a disappointing 20-10 loss to the Houston Texans in Week 14, marking a significant downturn for the team. Patrick Mahomes acknowledged the gravity of the situation, stating that their playoff hopes are dwindling as they fall below .500 for the first time in December since 2012, according to ESPN.

The Chiefs' offensive struggles were evident, with costly fourth-down calls haunting them throughout the game, as noted by CBS Sports. Additionally, the injury bug hit the offensive line hard, with Wanya Morris being ruled out for the season after just one play.

This loss has led to widespread speculation about the need for offensive changes in the offseason, as highlighted by multiple sources, including The Hockey Writers. Coach Andy Reid also took responsibility for his decisions in the game, labeling a pivotal fourth-down call a 'mess-up,' which reflects the mounting frustration surrounding the team.

With the Chiefs now sitting at 6-7, the pressure is on to find solutions quickly to avoid missing the playoffs for the first time in Mahomes' career, reports KC Kingdom.