The Kansas City Chiefs, having secured the AFC’s top seed and a bye week, are set to face the Houston Texans in the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs. This highly anticipated matchup will take place on Saturday, January 18th, at 3:30 PM Central Time. The game will be broadcast nationally on ESPN, allowing fans across the country to tune in and witness the Chiefs’ quest for a historic third consecutive Super Bowl victory. Kansas City finished the regular season with an impressive 15-2 record, led by star quarterback Patrick Mahomes. They will host the 10-7 Texans, who earned the fourth seed in the AFC.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes
The Chiefs are aiming to achieve a feat never before accomplished in the NFL: winning three consecutive Super Bowls. This Divisional Round game against the Texans marks their first step in that challenging journey. The Texans, despite their lower seed, pose a formidable challenge and will be looking to upset the reigning champions. This game promises to be a thrilling contest with significant playoff implications.
The full 2025 NFL playoff schedule outlines the path to Super Bowl LIX, which will be held in New Orleans on February 9th. The Divisional Round features other exciting matchups, including the Baltimore Ravens against the Buffalo Bills in the AFC, and the Washington Commanders against the Detroit Lions, and the Los Angeles Rams against the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC. The winners of these games will advance to the Conference Championships, followed by the Super Bowl. Each round promises intense competition and high stakes as teams battle for a chance to hoist the Lombardi Trophy. Stay tuned to see if the Chiefs can continue their dominant run and make history.
