The Kansas City Chiefs' victory over the Houston Texans secured their spot in the AFC Championship Game for the seventh consecutive year. However, there are areas for improvement that Kansas City must address as they prepare to face the Buffalo Bills. A concerning statistic was the Chiefs' wide receiver corps, specifically that only one wide receiver recorded a catch against the Texans, a trend that will need to change against Buffalo. Marquise Brown's potential to capitalize on one-on-one matchups could be vital for the Chiefs, especially considering his absence in their last meeting this season against the Bills.

Another key player, DeAndre Hopkins, was underutilized in the last game, playing just 31% of snaps. His presence in the red zone and on third downs has historically elevated the Chiefs' offensive success, and he will need to be more involved moving forward. On defense, the return of cornerback Jaylen Watson from injury is a positive development, but he needs to be on the field for the majority of snaps. The Chiefs' defense has shown vulnerability, particularly in the weeks following Watson's injury, but they can return to form if Watson and Joshua Williams play effectively on the outside. Understanding Buffalo's offensive tendencies, particularly with slot receiver Khalil Shakir, is essential for Kansas City's defensive strategy.