Following the Chiefs' commanding win over the Texans in the Divisional Round of the playoffs, Patrick Mahomes didn't hold back his praise for Travis Kelce. Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce did it again.
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes makes a firm declaration about TE Travis Kelce, who had a big day vs. Texans in playoff game
NFL fans couldn't believe after a Houston Texans linebacker was slapped with a penalty during a late slide by Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes.
Kelce has been one of the best playoff performers of all time. In 23 postseason games played, the former Cincinnati Bearcats star has notched 172 catches for 2,020 yards and 20 touchdowns. He has also helped guide Kansas City to three Super Bowl wins in the previous five seasons, including back-to-back titles in 2022 and 2023.
The best quarterback in football has weathered changes around him with his persistence, problem-solving ability and willingness to adjust.
Amid the questionable calls, Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs came out on top against the Texans, 23-14. Mahomes finished with just 177 yards and one touchdown to lead the Chiefs back to the AFC Championship Game.
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,
Mahomes threw for 177 yards and a touchdown, most of it going to best buddy Kelce, and the Chiefs beat the Texans 23-14 on Saturday.
Two hits by the Texans against Mahomes were flagged for roughness, and both drew criticism from fans and the ESPN broadcast booth alike. At one point, ESPN's Troy Aikman said he "could not disagree more" with the decision to call a penalty on Houston's Henry To'oTo'o on a hit to Mahomes.
Travis Kelce set a playoff record, caught seven passes for 117 yards and touchdown in Kansas City’s 23-14 win over Houston.
Patrick Mahomes threw for 177 yards and a touchdown in a 23-12 win over the Houston Texans in the divisional round to advance to the AFC championship game.