In an intense AFC divisional round matchup, the Houston Texans faced a setback in their game against the Kansas City Chiefs, culminating in a 23-14 loss. The game was marked by a controversial moment involving Texans defensive back Kris Boyd, who faced criticism for his unsportsmanlike behavior. Following a notable play where Chiefs receiver Nikko Remigio made a significant kickoff return, Boyd celebrated prematurely and threw his helmet on the field, resulting in a costly 15-yard penalty. This misstep placed the Chiefs' offense in a favorable position, significantly impacting the game's momentum.

After the incident, Texans' special teams coach Frank Ross confronted Boyd about his actions. However, Boyd responded by shoving Ross, which drew attention and concern from the coaching staff, including head coach DeMeco Ryans. Ryans later described Boyd's behavior as 'silly' and emphasized that such actions do not reflect the team's values. Boyd later expressed regret, attributing his actions to being overly excited in the moment and recognized the importance of maintaining composure on the field.