No, the Kansas City Chiefs are out of the playoffs.
Their elimination was confirmed after a 16-13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers
on December 14, 2025, combined with wins by the Buffalo Bills, Jacksonville
Jaguars, and Houston Texans.
Playoff Streak Ends
The Chiefs' 10 consecutive playoff appearances, the second-longest in NFL history, have ended. This marks the first miss since 2014, and Patrick Mahomes will miss the postseason for the first time as starter. Their record stands at 6-8 with three games left.
Key Game Details
Kansas City led 13-3 at halftime but allowed 13 unanswered points. Mahomes exited late with a knee injury, and backup Gardner Minshew's interception sealed the defeat. Remaining opponents include the Chargers, Titans, Broncos, and Raiders.
