Kansas City Chiefs Playoffs scenario: How can AFC heavyweights book a spot in the postseason?

The Kansas City Chiefs have made it to the playoffs following their 30-24 overtime win against the Houston Texans in Week 15. With their 11th victory of the season, the Chiefs also sealed their AFC West division with three games to go.

Kansas City went into their matchup on Sunday with a 10-3 record, well clear of the Los Angeles Chargers, who are in second place at 7-6. As they were leading their AFC West division, the Chiefs faced the Texans with a win-and-in mantra.

They could have reached the playoffs even if they tied their game against Houston. Although Andy Reid's side needed overtime to get the win, the Chiefs showed that they can deliver the goods even after the end of regulation time.

Patrick Mahomes finished the game with 336 passing yards on 36 passes as he threw two touchdowns. The in-form quarterback also added one rushing touchdown to propel his team to glory.

Mahomes has been thoroughly impressive once again for Kansas City this season and is leading the MVP charts as well with his consistent displays.

Kansas City Chiefs schedule for remaining games in 2022-23 regular season

Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes

Following their game against the Texans in Week 15, the Kansas City Chiefs will face off against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 16. Their penultimate game of the regular season will come at home to the Denver Broncos in Week 17. The Chiefs will finish off their season with a trip to face the Las Vegas Raiders.

Although the Chiefs have already clinched their playoff berth, Patrick Mahomes and Co. will look to extend their winning run before heading into the postseason. The AFC giants look like strong contenders to make a deep run into the playoffs.