Dec 21, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy (1) fumbles a pass as Houston Texans cornerback Myles Bryant (27) defends during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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Chiefs vs. Texans Divisional Round Injury Report: Who’s In, Who’s Out?

Chiefs vs. Texans playoff injury updates

The Kansas City Chiefs are set to take on the Houston Texans in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs, and both teams are dealing with crucial injury updates. With Kansas City looking to secure their spot in the AFC championship and Houston aiming for an upset, the injury report could play a significant role in determining the game’s outcome. Below is a detailed breakdown of the key injuries for each team.

Chiefs vs. Texans Injury Report

Game Time: Saturday, Jan. 18, 4:30 p.m. ET
Location: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri

Kansas City Chiefs Injuries

Jaylen Watson (CB): Full Participation (Ankle) – Questionable
Mecole Hardman (WR): Limited Participation (Knee) – Doubtful
Patrick Mahomes (QB): Full Participation (Ankle) – Expected to play
Trent McDuffie (CB): Full Participation (Knee) – Expected to play
Isiah Pacheco (RB): Full Participation (Rib) – Expected to play

Key Return: Jaylen Watson appears set for a return after a fractured ankle in Week 7, a boost for Kansas City’s secondary.

Houston Texans Injuries

Joe Mixon (RB): Expected to play
Azeez Al-Shaair (LB): Did Not Participate (Knee) – Questionable
Robert Woods (WR): Did Not Participate (Hip) – Questionable
Teagan Quitoriano (TE): Full Participation (Calf) – Expected to play

Key Concerns: Joe Mixon is expected to play. Meanwhile, Azeez Al-Shaair and Robert Woods add uncertainty to Houston’s defense and receiving corps.

Where and How to Watch Chiefs vs Texans?

Date: Saturday, Jan. 18
Time: 4:30 p.m. ET
TV Coverage: ESPN (KMBC locally)

Kansas City Chiefs Injury Report

Player	Position	Injury	Tue	Wed	Thu	Game Status
Mecole Hardman	WR	Knee	LP	LP	LP	DOUBTFUL
Chamarri Conner	DB	Shoulder	FP	FP	FP	(-)
D.J. Humphries	T	Hamstring	FP	FP	FP	(-)
Patrick Mahomes	QB	Ankle	FP	FP	FP	(-)
Trent McDuffie	CB	Knee	FP	FP	FP	(-)
Isiah Pacheco	RB	Rib	FP	FP	FP	(-)
Nikko Remigio	WR	Wrist	FP	FP	FP	(-)
Carson Steele	FB	Hip	FP	FP	FP	(-)
Jawaan Taylor	T	Knee	FP	FP	FP	(-)
Jaylen Watson	CB	Ankle	FP	FP	FP	QUESTIONABLE
Chris Jones	DT	Calf	FP	FP	FP	(-)

Houston Texans Injury Report

Player	Position	Injury	Tue	Game Status
Azeez Al-Shaair	LB	Knee	DNP	(-)
Shaq Mason	G	Knee	DNP	(-)
Juice Scruggs	C	Ankle	DNP	(-)
Robert Woods	WR	Hip	DNP	(-)
Denico Autry	DE	Knee	LP	(-)
Nico Collins	WR	Not Injury Related – Rest	LP	(-)
Dalton Schultz	TE	Shoulder	LP	(-)
Will Anderson Jr.	DE	Hand / Elbow	FP	(-)
Nick Broeker	G	Hand	FP	(-)
Teagan Quitoriano	TE	Calf	FP	(-)

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