Time is running out for the Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs, led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes, face a challenging path to the playoffs following a Thanksgiving loss to the Dallas Cowboys, which leaves them with a 6-6 record. With five games remaining in the regular season, the Chiefs need to likely win all their remaining matches to secure a postseason spot. Their upcoming schedule includes games against the Texans, Chargers, Titans, Broncos, and Raiders. Currently, the Chiefs have lost critical tiebreakers to the Chargers, Jaguars, Bills, and Broncos, complicating their playoff chances. A significant loss earlier in the season to the Jaguars, where quarterback Trevor Lawrence secured a victory with a dramatic game-winning touchdown, could prove costly. Despite still being in contention, the team's current performance is notably below their usual standard since 2018.