The Houston Texans are coming off the defensive performance of the season against the Chargers in the wild-card round. They'll need a repeat vs. the Chiefs.

NFL fans are up in arms and claiming that Patrick Mahomes and the KC Chiefs are getting "bailed out" in today's game against the Texans.

The Kansas City Chiefs host the Houston Texans to kick off the divisional round. Follow along for the live updates, scores and analysis.

Houston linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair (knee), right guard Shaq Mason (knee), offensive lineman Juice Scruggs (ankle) and wide receiver Robert Woods (hip) also were active. Woods did not practice all week and had been listed as questionable.

Houston Texans Jr. defensive end Will Anderson Jr. sacks Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes for an eight-yard loss on third down.

The Chiefs (15-2) go into the contest at Arrowhead Stadium well-rested after their bye week due to the team earning the top seed in the AFC. The Texans (10-7) come into the clash on the back of a fightback win over the Los Angeles Chargers in the wild-card round.

Patrick Mahomes passed for 260 yards and one touchdown, completing 28-of-41 passes. Xavier Worthy caught seven passes for 65 yards and a score. Kareem Hunt had 11 carries for 55 yards and a TD. Mahomes also ran for a TD.

The Houston Texans released their inactives list before their Divisional Round matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs.

That could bode well for a Texans defensive unit facing the intimidating offense of the Chiefs. But, the intimidating label might be in reputation only this season. Patrick Mahomes is coming off a down season by Mahomes standards,

Houston Texans wide receiver John Metchie absorbs hit-stick tackle during key third-down conversion before halftime.

The Kansas City Chiefs host the Houston Texans to kick off the divisional round. Follow along for the live updates, scores and analysis.