Chiefs Seek a Reset Against Struggling Jets

The Kansas City Chiefs will host the New York Jets at Arrowhead Stadium on November 8, with both teams looking to halt a slide. Kansas City opened the season with five straight wins but has since lost two games, including a 28-24 defeat to Denver after giving up an 11-point lead in the fourth quarter. The loss put the Broncos atop the AFC West; the Chiefs are 5-2.

Quarterback Patrick Mahomes said the team still has its goals in reach and needs to improve after last week. Defensive end George Karlaftis said Kansas City must do a better job of closing out games, particularly when protecting a late lead.

New York is 2-6 and has dropped three straight, each by a single possession. The Jets lost 38-33 to Las Vegas last week despite scoring on their first six drives. They struggled in the red zone, scoring touchdowns on two of six trips, while the Raiders converted all four of theirs. Wide receiver Garrett Wilson was in concussion protocol during the week; running back Breece Hall could return after missing five games with a quadriceps injury.

The Jets have also had trouble defending the run. Kansas City running back Kenneth Walker, who was held to 36 yards against Seattle and 69 against Denver, will have a chance to respond against a defense that has allowed several opponents to rush for more than 140 yards.

Kansas City has won its last three home games against New York, outscoring the Jets 83-22. Tight end Travis Kelce is set to play his 200th game. The Chiefs are favored by 10 points.