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The Chiefs road to the one-seed is not all doom and gloom

The Kansas City Chiefs have reason to believe there is still hope when it comes to capturing the AFC's one seed, even if things took a turn in Week 8…

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 12:00 AM
The Chiefs road to the one-seed is not all doom and gloom
Key Things to Know
  • Nick Halden argues the Kansas City Chiefs remain strong contenders for the AFC top playoff seed.
  • Kansas City faces a favorable three-game stretch against the Jets, Falcons, and Cardinals.
  • Winning the next three games would bring the Chiefs to an 8-2 record before playing Buffalo.
The Story in 60 Seconds

KC Kingdom argues that despite a recent two-game losing streak, the Kansas City Chiefs remain well-positioned to compete for the AFC's top seed. Nick Halden points out that Kansas City still holds only two losses on the season, with an advantageous upcoming schedule offering a clear pathway back to conference dominance.

Halden notes that upcoming matchups against the Jets, Falcons, and Cardinals could propel the Chiefs to an 8-2 record ahead of a pivotal Week 12 clash with the Buffalo Bills. He maintains that securing a first-round bye remains within reach if Patrick Mahomes and the roster adapt, regain health, and capitalize on their divisional standing.

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