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The penultimate week of the regular season features an unusual mid-week clash between two AFC teams that are currently leading their divisions. The Kansas City Chiefs will be on the road, facing off against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Wednesday afternoon. Kansas City enters this matchup fresh off a 27-19 victory over the Houston Texans, where they covered the spread as a 3.5-point favorite. Meanwhile, Pittsburgh suffered a 34-17 defeat against the Baltimore Ravens, failing to cover the spread as a 7.5-point underdog. Historically, the Steelers hold a 22-12 advantage in their all-time regular season series against the Chiefs, but Kansas City has taken the last two contests, including a decisive 36-10 win on December 26, 2021.
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Chiefs Aim to Secure Top Seed in AFC Playoffs
Kansas City is riding high after clinching their fifth consecutive victory by defeating Houston. With a record of 14-1, the Chiefs can secure the top seed in the AFC playoffs with a win in either of their final two games or if the Buffalo Bills lose once. In their last game against the Texans, they initially trailed 10-7 early in the second quarter but regained control, leading 17-10 at halftime. Kansas City outperformed Houston in total offense, registering 375 yards compared to 311 for the Texans, and they maintained possession for 33:52 minutes, forcing two turnovers while remaining turnover-free themselves.
The Chiefs rank 12th in the league for passing offense, averaging 225.9 yards per game. They are 15th in rushing offense, with an average of 112.9 yards per game. Additionally, Kansas City is 11th in scoring offense, averaging 23.7 points, and they excel defensively, ranking third by allowing just 18.5 points per game. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes has thrown for 3,608 yards this season, recording 23 touchdowns and 11 interceptions while also contributing 295 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns. Running back Kareem Hunt leads the ground attack with 708 yards and six touchdowns. Star tight end Travis Kelce is the team’s leading receiver, with 89 receptions for 739 yards and two touchdowns.
In terms of injuries, Kansas City has several key players to monitor. Defensive tackle Chris Jones (calf), defensive back Chamarri Conner (concussion), tackle D.J. Humphries (hamstring), and linebacker Jack Cochrane (ankle) missed practice on Sunday. Tackle Jawaan Taylor (knee) was limited. Updates on their conditions will be forthcoming as the game approaches.
Pittsburgh Seeks to Bounce Back
Pittsburgh is looking to end a two-game losing streak after falling to the Ravens. Currently holding a 10-5 record, the Steelers are tied with Baltimore for the top spot in the AFC North, yet they retain the tiebreaker with a better conference record. In their recent game against Baltimore, Pittsburgh never led and trailed 17-10 at halftime. Despite tying the game in the third quarter, they couldn’t score again, allowing the Ravens to finish the game with a 17-point run. In total offense, Pittsburgh was outgained 418 to 315 and turned the ball over twice, including a critical interception that led to a touchdown.
The Steelers are ranked 25th in passing offense, averaging 198.9 yards per game. They are stronger in rushing, sitting 11th with an average of 126 yards. Pittsburgh’s scoring offense ranks 12th in the league, averaging 23.5 points per game, while their defense stands 6th, allowing 19.9 points per game. Quarterback Justin Fields has thrown for 1,106 yards with five touchdowns and one interception this season, adding five rushing touchdowns. Najee Harris leads the team in rushing with 933 yards on 238 carries. In the passing game, wide receiver George Pickens has emerged as a key target, leading the team with 55 receptions for 850 yards.
The Steelers are also managing a lengthy injury list. Fields (abdominal) and several other key players, including receivers Ben Skowronek (hip) and Mike Williams (rest), did not practice on Sunday. Limited participants included Pickens (hamstring) and cornerback Donte Jackson (back). Further updates on their statuses will be available leading up to kickoff.
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