Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs 1/18/25 – The Houston Texans (10-7) are about to compete against a strong franchise for the playoffs within the AFC Divisional Playoff, and that will be against the Kansas City Chiefs (15-2) for the postseason. The clash is said to take place on Saturday, at the GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, which is classic. The Texans are set to start at 4:30 PM ET, and you can find the match live on ABC. So make sure you don’t miss the steamy rivalry.
Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs 1/18/25 Game Info
| When: | Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 4:30 PM ET |
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| Where: | GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium |
| TV: | ABC |
| Stream: | NFL Game Pass |
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Texans | +8 (-110) | Over 42 (-110) | +400 |  |
| Chiefs | -8 (-110) | Under 42 (-110) | -500 | |
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Throughout the entire regular season, the Chiefs put on a remarkable show, and the games took place at their home field, which explains the spread of -8 along with the moneyline at -500. On the other hand, the Texans are expected to come off as the underdogs, and so they have been assigned an +8 spread and a moneyline of +400. The total has been set at 4,2 with the odds suggesting that over or under may have an equal probability, which leaves room for either to happen and for a close-scoring match.
C.J. Stroud QB vs. Carson Wentz QB
The Texans have relied heavily on C.J. Stroud, boasting an impressive 63.2 completion percentage with 3,727 passing yards. He has been able to perform well under pressure and has thrown 20 touchdown passes. Stroud does deal with pressure. He’s been sacked a whopping 52 times, and this weakness may prove disadvantageous against the Chiefs.
The Chiefs Carson Wentz hasn’t been in the game for long, having only Wentz has only been in the game for three games this season, scoring no touchdowns and earning over 100 yards in total earning a rather poor season, over the playoff game however It raises questions about whether he is ready for such a high-intensity match. Although Wentz’s performance improves, he cannot match the athletic form he displayed in previous eras, hence lacking the explosive energy required.
Texans’ Ground and Air Assault
The Texans’ offense has been performing well in their last couple of games. Joe Mixon, with over 1,000 rushing yards along with 11 touchdowns, was able to help win the last two games against the Chargers and Tennessee, scoring 32 and 23 points, respectively. Nico Collins, with over 1000 yards of receiving performance, stays as Stroud’s primary option, ensuring increased efficiency against the Chiefs’ secondary.
Chiefs’ Offensive Playmakers
Wentz had given a less-than-satisfactory performance throughout the season, but the Chiefs’ offense scored a win using veteran tight end Travis Kelce, as he had 823 receiving yards. Travis Kelce’s involvement will be crucial in sustaining the performance of the offense. Wentz then proceeded to find the end zone through a consistent scoring streak that left him with a total of 7 touchdowns. During their recent victory against Pittsburgh, their score being 29-10, they have proven that they can easily dictate the pace of the game.
Trends
Houston Texans Betting Trends
- Houston are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games.
- Houston are 3-6 ATS in their last 9 games against Kansas City.
- Houston are 1-5 SU in their last 6 games against Kansas City.
- The total has gone OVER in 4 of Houston’s last 5 games when playing on the road against Kansas City.
- Houston are 12-5 SU in their last 17 games against an opponent in the American Football Conference.
Kansas City Chiefs Betting Trends
- Kansas City are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 games.
- The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Kansas City’s last 6 games.
- Kansas City are 18-2 SU in their last 20 games.
- The total has gone OVER in 6 of Kansas City’s last 6 games against Houston.
- Kansas City are 11-0 SU in their last 11 games at home.
Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs Betting Prediction
Given the Texans’ current form, they should not be overlooked along with the Chiefs’ home record and postseason experience. Anticipate the competition to be fierce, with Kansas City edging out in the fourth quarter, considering their past experience in the playoffs and their hometown. Because of the impressive offensive statistics of the teams in question, the total going over 42 makes a good choice due to the type of team they play.
There are favorites that Kansas will win, but it will be narrow, hence the -8 spread seems reasonable. The Chiefs will cover it. You might find it profitable for top touchdown scorers’ prop bets, like Joe Mixon and Travis Kelce’s lineup for reaching the end zone with their respective teams.
Score Prediction: Chiefs 27, Texans 17.
Hilbert Mayer
Sports Writer
Hilbert Mayer is a professional sports writer, betting analyst, and content strategist with over 15 years of experience in the sports industry. Before focusing on sports betting analysis and handicapping, Hilbert worked as a sports writer for various news outlets, covering everything from game recaps to in-depth matchup features. Today, he specializes in MLB, NFL, March Madness, and UFC betting, combining his journalistic background with deep statistical expertise and real-world betting insights. His proven track record, sharp reads, and ability to break down complex matchups make him a trusted voice among both casual bettors and seasoned sharps.
Published on: January 14, 2025
Last updated: March 27, 2025