Hurts largely succeeded against the blitz on the NFC side of the playoff bracket. But the Los Angeles Rams, who sacked Hurts seven times in Philadelphia’s 28-22 win in the divisional round, gave the Eagles quarterback considerable trouble. Oftentimes it appeared his checkdown options were ill-placed or covered up entirely.

Defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo's use of the blitz could be Chiefs' key to beating the Bills in the AFC Championship Game on Sunday.

C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans were able to solve the Los Angeles Chargers in the Wild Card Round, coming away with a 32-12 victory. However, now, Stroud an

All but one of this year's head coaching vacancies have been filled and Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo isn't in the mix for the Saints' job, which likely means that Spagnuolo will be back in Kansas City for a sixth season in 2025.

The Houston Texans fell short against the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Divisional Round. Here's what DeMeco Ryans said postgame.

Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo pulled out one of his best calls when his team needed it against the Bills.

The Houston Texans' incredible run during the ... And when the offense needed to respond, defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo dialed up enough pressure to cause a turnover on downs.

For the first time this year, the Kansas City Chiefs are gearing up for a playoff game as they continue their ongoing quest for a record third championship in a row. Standing in their way this Saturday are the Houston Texans, a feisty AFC South squad that just took on the reigning Super Bowl winners less than a month ago.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) smiled at wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (8) after Kelce caught a pass for a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans during the AFC Divisional Round playoff game on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Tammy Ljungblad [email protected]

Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo won’t be as forgiving ... Saturday’s divisional-round playoff game against the Houston Texans is cornerback Jaylen Watson. Watson could start ...

Travis Kelce sets a new NFL record with his ninth career 100-yard game in the playoffs; The Divisional Round continues on Sunday night as the Philadelphia Eagles host the Los Angeles Rams and the Buffalo Bills face the Baltimore Ravens,

Patrick Mahomes is, of course, the Chiefs’ engine. But Kansas City’s defense routinely makes game winning plays when it matters most.