<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/without-chiefs-cowboys-and-steelers-current-nfl-playoff-picture-before-week-14"><strong>Kansas City Chiefs</strong> find themselves out of the NFL playoff picture before Week 14</a>. Head coach <strong>Andy Reid</strong>, therefore, made sure to motivate <strong>Patrick Mahomes</strong>, <strong>Travis Kelce</strong>, and the rest of his players as the team <strong>enters a critical stretch</strong> of the season.</p>



<p><em>“<strong>Let’s go. You’re in the month of December and you’re still in it, so let’s go. That’s what important</strong></em>,” was <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Reid</a>‘s message to the Chiefs during his Wednesday press conference, as quoted by Charles Goldman of <em>A to Z Sports</em>.</p>



<p>Coming off a painful loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Chiefs</a> sit <strong>10th in the AFC standings</strong>—three places shy of the 7th seed (currently held by the 8-4 Buffalo Bills), which grants the final Wild Card spot.</p>



<h2>Can the Chiefs still make the 2026 NFL playoffs?</h2>



<p>While the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/are-the-chiefs-eliminated-from-nfl-playoffs-after-loss-to-cowboys">loss to the Cowboys hasn’t eliminated the Chiefs from the 2026 NFL playoffs</a>, it left Reid’s team in a precarious position. According to <a href="https://www.nfl.com/standings/playoff-picture">NFL Next Gen Stats</a>, Kansas City currently has a <strong>34% chance</strong> of making the postseason.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251203_BUS_538570_Kelce-Mahomes_b6742d98.webp&amp;width=1920&amp;height=1080" alt="Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes before a game" class="wp-image-103353" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px"></figure><figcaption>Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes speak before a game against the Chargers.</figcaption></figure>



<p>At 6-6, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Mahomes</a> and company <strong>have no margin for error</strong>. They now enter a crucial run in their playoff push, starting with a Sunday Night Football showdown against the Houston Texans, currently 8th in the AFC (7-5). A win would increase the Chiefs’ playoff probability to 58%, while a loss would reduce their chances to 11%.</p>


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<p>The Chiefs’ schedule also includes <strong>must-win games</strong> against division rivals Los Angeles Chargers (8-4) and Denver Broncos (10-2) to try and climb from third place in the AFC West. While any setback could prove costly, their leader has shown <strong>nothing but optimism</strong>.</p>



<p>Before his encouraging message for Mahomes, Kelce and company on Wednesday, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/andy-reid-issues-strong-warning-to-texans-chargers-and-broncos-as-chiefs-face-crucial-stretch">Reid put the Texans, Chargers, and Broncos on notice, warning</a> everyone that the Chiefs are <strong>capable of winning all five</strong> remaining games.</p>



<h2>Have the Chiefs ever missed the playoffs with Reid, Kelce, and Mahomes?</h2>



<p>The Chiefs missed the playoffs <strong>just once with Reid and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/travis-kelce">Kelce</a>: that occurred in 2014</strong>, when both were in their second year in Kansas City. <strong>Mahomes, on the other hand, has always made</strong> the postseason so far.</p>



<p>In fact, since Mahomes took over as the starting quarterback in 2018, the Chiefs have constantly reached <strong>at least the AFC Championship Game</strong>, with five trips to the Super Bowls—winning three of them.</p>



<p>The 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season is therefore changing the outlook for a team that got used to succeeding in recent years. For instance, the Chiefs have dominated the AFC West with consecutive division titles since 2016. <strong>That supremacy appears to be at risk</strong> this year.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott">Dak Prescott</a></strong> admitted that the consecutive wins against the Philadelphia Eagles and the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a></strong> are a massive confidence boost for the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a></strong>, who are trying to stay alive in the playoff race.</p>



<p><em>“Just the place that we were in of having to get these wins against two elite teams. I mean, the two teams that played in the Super Bowl last year. You’re talking about two organizations that obviously know how to win. We just beat them both in two great games in four days showing the resiliency of this unit and of this brotherhood on top of everything that we’ve been through.”</em></p>



<p>However, Prescott said they need to take things slowly because, despite having beaten two <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong> favorites, the trip to Detroit to face the Lions will be very challenging next week. <em>“I don’t know if there’s been two more impressive wins, but, I can tell you we’re not going to just sit on some high because of that. We know we’ve got a big one coming again next week and all this really does for us is just give us more confidence knowing that we can go play with whoever.”</em></p>



<h2>Can the Cowboys win the Super Bowl?</h2>



<p>The Dallas Cowboys can win the Super Bowl after their outstanding performances in victories over the Eagles and Chiefs. However, the first step is making the playoffs and, due to their slow start in the 2025 season, they do not control their own destiny.</p>


        

        


<p>The Cowboys have a 6-5-1 record, but they need other teams like the Seahawks, Packers, and 49ers to start losing games, or it will be impossible to catch them. Another option is to surpass the Eagles to win the NFC East title.</p>



<p>For that reason, when a reporter asked Dak if he savored beating Patrick Mahomes, Prescott emphasized that it is all a team effort and said he hopes to see the Chiefs again in a hypothetical Super Bowl.</p>


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<p><em>“It’s a team game. I can’t say that (savor beating Mahomes). No. We’re 1-1. Hopefully we can play again in a bigger stage and in a more meaningful game sooner than later. He’s a hell of a player. You know how great he is. He’s an incredible player, but, at the end of the day, this is a team game. This isn’t necessarily me versus him.”</em></p>

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<p>Andy Reid and the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a></strong> have had a very difficult 2025 season. After losing to the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a></strong>, the defending AFC champions fell to a 6-6 record and the road to the playoffs suddenly became an uphill battle.</p>



<p>Even though <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a></strong> is still one of the best quarterbacks in the league, key mistakes by other stars have prevented the Chiefs from being contenders. For example, during the Thanksgiving game, drops by wide receivers and multiple penalties by their cornerbacks.</p>



<p>As if that weren’t enough, the bad news continues for Kansas City, because heading into the final stretch of the schedule, Reid will lose one of Mahomes’ most important teammates.</p>



<h2>Who is injured with Chiefs?</h2>



<p>Josh Simmons suffered a wrist fracture during the game between the Chiefs and the Cowboys and, according to Ian Rapoport, will be out for at least four games. A big blow for an already depleted offensive line.</p>


        

        


<p><em>“Chiefs LT Josh Simmons, who impressed against the Cowboys before exiting with an injury, suffered a dislocated and fractured wrist, sources say. He left the stadium in a cast and is out indefinitely. A significant injury for Josh Simmons, who now will likely head to IR.”</em></p>



<p>The Chiefs need to win out and have three teams lose at least three of their remaining games: the Bills, Jaguars, and Chargers. The schedule isn’t easy for Kansas City, with matchups against Houston, the Chargers, Titans, Broncos, and Raiders.</p>


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<p>Andy Reid and the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a></strong> were left on the brink of elimination after losing to the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a></strong> on Thanksgiving. A key factor was the multiple defensive pass interferences caused by George Pickens and CeeDee Lamb.</p>



<p>The legendary head coach admitted that he didn’t agree with many of them, but the referees are a factor they can’t control. <em>“I’m not always going to agree with the call, but then, the calls are made. I will say that they’ve got some physical receivers. Big strong physical guys and, you know, that’s the way they were playing and in return my guys were fighting to maintain leverage on that. It’s not the way I saw it, but it’s the way they saw it. The officials saw it, so they made the calls. You got to stay aggressive against those guys (Pickens and Lamb). There’s no other way to do it.”</em></p>



<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott">Dak Prescott</a></strong> was unstoppable for Steve Spagnuolo’s defense because Pickens and Lamb feasted on man-to-man coverage. However, a topic of debate after the game is whether the referees’ decisions against the Chiefs were overly strict.</p>



<h2>What happened with Chiefs and the referees?</h2>



<p>The Chiefs had 10 penalties for 119 yards in the game against the Cowboys. Undoubtedly, the most controversial sequences with the referees were the multiple defensive pass interferences that resulted in first downs for Dallas.</p>


        

        


<p>Andy Reid wasn’t happy with most of them because he expected that if George Pickens and CeeDee Lamb were being physical, the referees would allow his cornerbacks to play under the same conditions.</p>


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<p>Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson struggled all game, and when they needed a final stop to give Patrick Mahomes a chance, Lamb and Pickens drew those penalties that sealed the win for Dallas.</p>

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<p>Andy Reid and the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a></strong> are in serious trouble after losing to the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a></strong> on Thanksgiving. The team has fallen to a 6-6 record, and if they want to stay alive in the playoff race, they’re going to have to win their five remaining games.</p>



<p>The schedule includes a strong defense like the Houston Texans, two very tough divisional rivals in the Chargers and Broncos, as well as two matchups that look more manageable against the Titans and Raiders.</p>



<p>The problem is that if they want to keep dreaming about the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong>, the Chiefs no longer control their own destiny. No matter what happens, even delivering a five-game winning streak, three teams will have to help them, or there will be no hope.</p>



<h2>Why did the Chiefs lose to the Cowboys?</h2>



<p>Andy Reid explained that the Chiefs lost to the Dallas Cowboys mainly because of individual mistakes, especially the large number of penalties they committed. For the head coach, that has been a key factor this season.</p>


        

        


<p><em>“The bottom line is we’re having too many penalties and we’ve got to make sure we take care of that. Both sides of the ball. No excuses with it. We’ll work on cleaning it up. The guys know. They understand we’ve got to clean up a few things. We’ve got to do better as coaches. We’ve got to do better as players. You go back to the drawing board and you keep working. That’s what you do. We were close here, but we gave away too many opportunities. You can’t have those things.”</em></p>



<p>The Chiefs have run out of room for error with a 6-6 record. However, Reid says the mindset doesn’t change because they work under that pressure every week. <em>“We go in every week thinking that. There are no days off on that. It’s competition and you’re giving it your all. I wouldn’t expect less from the guys now.”</em></p>


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<p>Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs can reach the playoffs if they win their five remaining games and that combines with at least three losses from the following teams: the Bills, Chargers, and Jaguars.</p>



<p>Reid has nothing to reproach his quarterback for, as he put in an epic effort in Arlington. <em>“He battled his tail off. Four touchdowns and so on. Those are hard to look when you lose a game, but, he battled.”</em></p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a></strong> was very clear with his teammates after the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a></strong> lost 31-28 to the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a></strong> on Thanksgiving. From this moment on, the goal is clear. Win every game and hope for some help with the playoffs in mind.</p>



<p><em>“At the end of the day, you just got to win every game now and hope that’s enough. So, we’re going to play a lot of good football teams coming up. If we’re going to make the playoffs, we’re going to have to win them all. That’s got to be the mindset when we step into the building when we get back.”</em></p>



<p>The Chiefs were <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong> favorites before the season started, but the key for Andy Reid’s team is that it has a 1-6 record in one-score games. Last year, that record was 12-0, including the playoffs. A massive swing.</p>



<h2>Can the Chiefs make the playoffs?</h2>



<p>The Chiefs can make the playoffs if they win their five remaining games and get some help. Patrick Mahomes will need to lead his team to an 11-6 record and hope that the Bills, Chargers, and Jaguars lose at least three times.</p>


        

        


<h2>What are the Chiefs’ playoff chances?</h2>



<p>The Chiefs have a 47% chance of making the playoffs. Why do they need three games of help when Buffalo, Los Angeles, and Jacksonville have a 7-4 record? Because the Chiefs already lost to each of those teams during the regular season, so the tiebreaker would leave them out. Mahomes knows they have a roster capable of winning out, but inconsistency has been the main problem.</p>


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<p><em>“Our ceiling is playing in the Super Bowl. We have all the same guys, we have the players, but, at the end of the day, you got to go out there and do it every single week. We can beat anybody, but we’ve shown that we can lose to anybody. So, we got to be more consistent. It starts with me. The ceiling can be what it is, but until you put it on the football field, you won’t be able to go out there and win football games.”</em></p>



<h2>Are the Chiefs eliminated from playoffs?</h2>



<p>No. The Chiefs are not eliminated from the playoffs, but they are in a very tough situation. They need the Bills, Jaguars, and Chargers to lose three games, in addition to winning all their remaining matchups. Another important factor is whether, with certain combinations of results, the Ravens and Steelers also get into the wild card race.</p>



<h2>Can the Chiefs win the AFC West?</h2>



<p>The Chiefs can win the AFC West, although that would be a sports miracle. The Broncos have a 9-2 record compared to Kansas City’s 6-6. Denver would have to lose all its remaining games and the Chiefs win all theirs for that possibility to happen. In addition, the Chargers are in the middle with a 7-4 record.</p>

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a></strong> suffered a devastating 31-28 loss against <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott">Dak Prescott</a></strong> and the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a></strong> on Thanksgiving. Now, the big question is what their chances are of making the playoffs.</p>



<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a></strong> was close to pulling off an epic comeback, but for almost the entire game, the Chiefs’ defense couldn’t stop George Pickens and CeeDee Lamb, and in the end, that was the key factor.</p>



<p>Now, Andy Reid’s team is far from being a <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong> contender, and in something shocking, the priority is trying to salvage what remains of a 2025 season that has been disappointing.</p>



<h2>Are the Chiefs out of the playoffs after loss against Cowboys?</h2>



<p>No. The Chiefs are not eliminated from the playoffs, but they are two games behind the Bills, Chargers, and Jaguars in the fight for a wild-card spot. Additionally, they lose the tiebreaker against all those teams, so in reality, they are three games behind.</p>


        

        


<h2>What is the Chiefs’ record after loss to Cowboys?</h2>



<p>The Chiefs’ record is 6-6 after a loss to the Cowboys, and that means that if they want to make the playoffs, they will have to win all five remaining games. Their opponents are the Texans, Chargers, Titans, Broncos, and Raiders.</p>


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<p>What is certain is that the Chiefs no longer control their own destiny to reach the playoffs. The AFC West title is an almost impossible task with the Broncos holding a 9-2 record, and in the wild-card race, they need help from multiple teams.</p>

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a></strong> have a slight hope of making the playoffs. <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott">Dak Prescott</a></strong> has had a great season alongside George Pickens and CeeDee Lamb, but when Jerry Jones kept his promise and strengthened the defense with Quinnen Williams and Logan Wilson, everything changed. Two consecutive wins, including an epic comeback against the Philadelphia Eagles.</p>



<p>However, the schedule offers no relief. With a 5-5-1 record, the Cowboys have to win all their games to have a real chance at earning a wildcard spot. That tough stretch continues on Thanksgiving.</p>



<p>The next opponent is a daunting challenge. <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a></strong> and the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a></strong>, who are also fighting to stay alive in the AFC playoff picture after an overtime victory over Daniel Jones and the Indianapolis Colts.</p>



<h2>What happens if the Cowboys lose against the Chiefs on Thanksgiving?</h2>



<p>If the Cowboys lose to the Chiefs on Thanksgiving, they would be very close to being eliminated from the playoff race. Dallas would drop to a 5-6-1 record and would still have very tough opponents left on their schedule, such as the Detroit Lions and the Los Angeles Chargers.</p>


        

        


<p>In this scenario, if the Chiefs beat the Cowboys, Jerry Jones’ team would have to win all their remaining games, finish 11-6-1, and hope for a combination of favorable results. Dallas would require massive help, needing other teams such as the Packers, Lions, 49ers, and Panthers to drop drastically in the standings.</p>



<p>Obviously, a loss to the Chiefs would also all but seal the NFC East race, as the Eagles would have a three-and-a-half–game lead with a win over the Bears on Black Friday.</p>


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<h2>Are the Cowboys eliminated from the playoffs with a loss to the Chiefs?</h2>



<p>No. The Cowboys would not be eliminated from the playoffs with a loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, but their chances of advancing would drop dramatically. They would have to win their final five games and get a lot of help.</p>



<h2>What happens if the Cowboys win today vs Chiefs?</h2>



<p>If the Cowboys beat the Chiefs, Dallas would have a strong chance to control its own destiny on the road to the playoffs. According to multiple simulators, an 11-5-1 record gives them a 100 percent chance of advancing to the postseason.</p>

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a></strong> are still fighting to stay alive in the playoff race. After a loss to the Broncos in Week 11, many thought they were done, but the defending AFC champions responded with an overtime win over the Indianapolis Colts.</p>



<p>Meanwhile, the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a></strong> pulled off an epic comeback after trailing 21-0 against the Philadelphia Eagles. <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dak-prescott">Dak Prescott</a></strong> leads a great offense alongside George Pickens and CeeDee Lamb, but there is no room for error with a 5-5-1 record.</p>



<p>Now, two teams that dreamed of capturing the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong> before the start of the season meet in a must-win game early in the schedule on Thanksgiving. Find out what happens if the Chiefs lose to the Cowboys in Week 13.</p>



<h2>What happens if the Chiefs lose against the Cowboys on Thanksgiving?</h2>



<p>If the Chiefs lose against the Cowboys on Thanksgiving, Andy Reid’s team will fall to a 6-6 record and will practically be left with no chance of winning the AFC West, considering that the Denver Broncos could have a four-game lead in the standings and also hold the tiebreaker.</p>


        

        


<h2>Can the Chiefs make the playoffs if they lose to the Cowboys?</h2>



<p>Yes. The Chiefs can still make the playoffs even with a loss to the Cowboys. However, the mission would be very complicated, as they would have no other option but to win out the rest of the way to have a chance with an 11-6 record.</p>


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<p>The big problem is that, at the moment, the Chargers, Jaguars, and Bills are the teams holding the wild-card spots with a 7-4 record. In addition to the Chiefs falling two games behind, Kansas City also has the disadvantage of losing all the tiebreakers against those three rivals.</p>



<h2>What happens if the Chiefs win today vs Cowboys?</h2>



<p>If the Chiefs win today over the Cowboys, Patrick Mahomes’ team would have a 7-5 record and would need help from the Chargers, Jaguars, Bills, Texans, and Steelers to climb in the standings. The big advantage is that they would be just one game away from entering the playoff zone.</p>

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<p>Isiah Pacheco will be a key piece for the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a></strong> if they want to reach the playoffs. Although the running game finally came alive with Kareem Hunt in the game against the Indianapolis Colts, Andy Reid needs depth at the position.</p>



<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a></strong> led an epic comeback last week to beat the Colts in overtime, and with a 6-5 record, the Chiefs remain one game behind the 7th seed in the AFC as they look to secure a spot in the postseason.</p>



<p>Now, the next challenge in this uphill battle is the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a></strong> on Thanksgiving. In a game that promises to be an offensive duel, Pacheco’s presence could be fundamental on the road.</p>



<h2>Is Isiah Pacheco playing today for Chiefs vs Cowboys in Week 13?</h2>



<p>Yes. Isiah Pacheco is playing today for the Chiefs against the Dallas Cowboys, as the running back has finally recovered from the knee injury he suffered during the Week 8 victory over the Commanders.</p>


        

        


<h2>Who is starting running back for Chiefs?</h2>



<p>Kareem Hunt will be the starting running back for the Kansas City Chiefs to face the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving. Andy Reid will likely take a cautious approach regarding the number of snaps for Isiah Pacheco, but nevertheless, it will be a very important return to help Patrick Mahomes.</p>


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Is Isiah Pacheco playing for Kansas City Chiefs against Dallas Cowboys in Week 13 game on Thanksgiving?

Is Isiah Pacheco playing today for Kansas City Chiefs vs Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving? - Bolavip US

Is Isiah Pacheco playing today for Chiefs vs Cowboys?

<p>The upcoming <strong>Thanksgiving</strong> slate features a series of highly attractive matchups, with the showdown between the <strong>Kansas City Chiefs</strong> and the <strong>Dallas Cowboys</strong> arguably standing out as the most high-profile. <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a></strong> and his teammates absolutely need a win at AT&amp;T Stadium; otherwise, their playoff chances could slowly fade away.</p>



<p>The clash for Chiefs Kingdom will be anything but easy—<strong>especially considering how much the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Cowboys</a>’ defense has improved in recent weeks</strong>. Mahomes, the face of this team, knows that overcoming that unit will be the key to coming out on top.</p>



<p><em>“Obviously, they’ve been in the scheme a little bit longer and then they’ve added players, they’ve also gotten players healthy. <strong>You see that they’re playing at a higher level than they were playing at the beginning of the year</strong>. That comes with being more comfortable with the scheme that you’re in. They’re coached really well by Coach Eberflus</em>,” he said via Jon Machota.</p>



<p><em>“They fly around to the football and they’re kind of in the same situation as us, it’s kind of all on the line. You have to go out there every single week and play your best football. And they’ve responded these last few weeks and played really good football, so <strong>it will be a great challenge for us</strong>.”</em></p>



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<h2>A defense supercharged by Williams</h2>



<p>The Dallas Cowboys’ defense has been significantly boosted since the acquisition of defensive tackle Quinnen Williams from the Jets at the trade deadline. <strong>Williams instantly provided an elite presence in the interior</strong>, evident by his immediate production in his first two games with Dallas:<strong> he recorded 1.5 sacks, contributed to 5 total tackles, and generated a high number of pressures. </strong></p>


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<p>This presence has helped the defense drastically improve, culminating in allowing just 90 total rushing yards over their last two contests. Williams’ arrival has been credited with transforming the unit from a struggling group into a competitive and dominant force.</p>



<h2>A pivotal showdown for the Chiefs and Cowboys</h2>



<p>This upcoming matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a> <strong>carries enormous weight for both teams’ playoff aspirations</strong>. For the Cowboys, securing a win is essential to maintain their hopes in the NFC East and ensure a favorable home-field advantage in the postseason. </p>



<p>Similarly, the Chiefs desperately need a victory to close the gap in the highly competitive AFC West and improve their challenging path to securing a playoff berth. A win here serves as a major statement game for either contender heading into the final stretch of the season.</p>

Patrick Mahomes reveals main aspect the Cowboys have perfected in recent games

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<p>Andy Reid delivered great news for the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a></strong> ahead of the long-awaited Thanksgiving game against the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Dallas Cowboys</a></strong>. <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a></strong>, Isiah Pacheco, Xavier Worthy, and Rashee Rice are all off the injury report.</p>



<p>Mahomes was dealing with a groin injury but practiced all week. Rice had a hamstring issue that made him a limited participant on Monday, and Worthy had an ankle injury that also left him limited to start the week.</p>



<p>The Chiefs are trying to win another <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong>, but they have very little margin for error with a 6-5 record. Winning the AFC West is very unlikely since the Broncos are three games ahead and hold the tiebreaker, so the goal is to secure a spot as a wild-card team.</p>



<h2>Is Isiah Pacheco playing for Chiefs vs Cowboys?</h2>



<p>Yes. Isiah Pacheco will play for the Kansas City Chiefs against the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving Day. The running back suffered a knee injury in Week 8 during the win over the Commanders, but Andy Reid confirmed that he is back.</p>


        

        


<h2>Who is out for Chiefs vs Cowboys in injury report?</h2>



<p>Noah Gray (concussion), Trey Smith (ankle), and Chris Roland-Wallace (back) have all been officially ruled out for the Chiefs before the Week 13 game on Thanksgiving against the Dallas Cowboys.</p>


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Andy Reid and Kansas City Chiefs confirm Patrick Mahomes' injury report for blockbuster game against Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving Day

Andy Reid and Chiefs confirm Patrick Mahomes' injury report for game against Cowboys on Thanksgiving - Bolavip US

Andy Reid and Chiefs confirm Patrick Mahomes' injury report for game against Cowboys

<p>As Week 13 approaches—a crucial stretch in the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a></strong>—the AFC West currently has a clear leader: the <strong>Denver Broncos</strong>. Bo Nix’s squad boasts a 9-2 record, leading both the Chargers and the <strong>Kansas City Chiefs</strong>. Can <strong>Patrick Mahomes</strong> and <strong>Andy Reid</strong> still claim their division with a few weeks left to play?</p>



<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Chiefs</a> face a challenging path to secure their tenth consecutive division title, as <strong>they no longer control their own destiny in the AFC West race</strong>. Despite this, an improbable 6-0 finish to their schedule would elevate their odds to approximately 60% of clinching the division.</p>



<p>However, this scenario heavily relies on multiple concurrent losses from the Los Angeles Chargers and the Denver Broncos. Specifically, the Chiefs need the Chargers to drop at least two games beyond their Week 15 matchup with Kansas City, including losses to teams like the Raiders or Eagles.</p>



<p>Furthermore, <strong>the Broncos must lose their Week 17 rematch with the Chiefs and suffer two additional losses</strong> in their remaining schedule against opponents such as the Jaguars or Packers. The Chiefs’ chances are now dependent on this highly specific set of external results to bypass the current leaders.</p>



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<h2>AFC West standings ahead of Thanksgiving</h2>



<p>As Week 13 of the NFL approaches, the AFC West has a clear leader: the Denver Broncos. Sean Payton’s team holds a 9-2 record, riding an eight-game winning streak. The Chargers sit in second at 7-4, while the Chiefs are in third with six wins and five losses. Rounding out the division, the Raiders are comfortably at the bottom, practically eliminated from playoff contention, with a 2-9 record.</p>


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<h2>Mahomes and company must maintain their level of play</h2>



<p>Patrick <strong>Mahomes and the Chiefs offense must maintain the high level of execution </strong>demonstrated in their recent successful outings if they wish to continue their winning ways. While the team’s defense has been stellar, consistent offensive production is vital for long-term success, especially against playoff contenders.</p>



<p>The QB needs to sustain his efficient passing and limit turnovers, while the receiving corps must hold onto the ball and capitalize on red-zone opportunities. By preserving this elevated level of performance, particularly in the critical final games of the season, <strong>the Chiefs can secure a strong postseason position and overcome the challenges of a competitive AFC West.</strong></p>



<h2>What’s next for the Chiefs?</h2>



<p>The Kansas City Chiefs face a challenging and critical three-game stretch, beginning with a tough road test against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&amp;T Stadium. Following that key matchup, they return to Arrowhead Stadium for two crucial home games against AFC rivals: the Houston Texans and the Los Angeles Chargers. </p>



<p>Success in these upcoming contests, particularly against the Chargers in a vital divisional game, is paramount if the Chiefs hope to close the gap and compete for the AFC West title.</p>



<p>These are all the games the Chiefs have remaining in the regular season, where they’ll be looking to rack up as many wins as possible in their bid to claim the division.</p>



<ul><li>@ Dallas Cowboys – Week 13</li><li>Houston Texans – Week 14</li><li>Los Angeles Chargers – Week 15</li><li>@ Tennessee Titans – Week 16</li><li>Denver Broncos – Week 17</li><li>@ Las Vegas Raiders – Week 18</li></ul>



<h2>What games are left for the Broncos and Chargers?</h2>



<p>In the battle to secure the top spot in the division, these are the remaining games for both the Denver Broncos and the Los Angeles Chargers, direct competitors of the Chiefs.</p>



<p><strong><em>Denver Broncos:</em></strong></p>



<ul><li>@ Washington Commanders – Week 13</li><li>@ Las Vegas Raiders – Week 14</li><li>Green Bay Packers – Week 15</li><li>Jacksonville Jaguars – Week 16</li><li>@ Kansas City Chiefs – Week 17</li><li>Los Angeles Chargers – Week 18</li></ul>



<p><strong><em>Los Angeles Chargers:</em></strong></p>



<ul><li>Las Vegas Raiders – Week 13</li><li>Philadelphia Eagles – Week 14</li><li>@ Kansas City Chiefs – Week 15</li><li>@ Dallas Cowboys – Week 16</li><li>Houston Texans – Week 17</li><li>@ Denver Broncos – Week 18</li></ul>


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Can the Chiefs still win the AFC West? The results Kansas City needs

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<p>One of the highlights of Week 13 in the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a></strong> will take place in Arlington, as the <strong>Dallas Cowboys</strong> host the <strong>Kansas City Chiefs</strong>. This Thanksgiving matchup could easily serve as a preview of a potential <strong>Super Bowl</strong> clash.</p>



<p>One of the most interesting side notes of this game centers on the uniforms both teams will wear next Thursday, which have already been confirmed by the franchises.</p>



<p>As journalist Jon Machota reported on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-cowboys">Cowboys</a> will wear their traditional dark blue uniforms with a white helmet, while the Chiefs will take the field in their alternate look—white jerseys and a red helmet.</p>



<p>This way, <strong>both teams will be easily distinguishable on the green turf of AT&amp;T Stadium, </strong>a venue that promises to host a compelling matchup between two title contenders.</p>



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<h2>Cowboys and Chiefs eye the playoffs</h2>



<p>The upcoming Thanksgiving Day matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs">Kansas City Chiefs</a> carries immense significance for both teams’ playoff aspirations. </p>


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<p>The Cowboys, currently locked in a tight race in the NFC East, desperately need a victory to maintain pressure on their division leader and solidify their standing in the Wild Card hunt. </p>



<p>Similarly, the Chiefs require a crucial win to gain breathing room in the highly competitive AFC West and improve their position for a potential first-round bye. For both teams, securing a victory in this high-profile contest <strong>is imperative to keep their postseason hopes strongly alive.</strong></p>



<h2>When and where will Dallas and Kansas City play?</h2>



<p>The highly anticipated matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and the Kansas City Chiefs is set to take place on <strong>Thanksgiving Day</strong>, <strong>Thursday, November 28th</strong>. The game will be played at <strong>AT&amp;T Stadium</strong> in Arlington, Texas, the home field of the Cowboys.</p>

Dallas Cowboys vs Kansas City Chiefs: Uniforms for Week 13 on Thanksgiving, revealed

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<p>The <strong>Kansas City Chiefs</strong>’ resounding victory over the Colts gave <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid">Andy Reid</a></strong> and his players renewed hope of making a big splash in the upcoming playoffs. Up next are the <strong>Dallas Cowboys</strong>, who have become a team to fear in recent weeks.</p>



<p>The good news for Chiefs Kingdom—especially for star quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a>—is that one of his key weapons may be available for this crucial game after recovering from a tough injury.</p>



<p>According to the latest report from <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> insider Jeremy Fowler, Isiah Pacheco is still recovering from a lingering knee injury, but<strong> he is expected to suit up with his teammates on Thursday.</strong></p>



<p><em>“<strong>Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco is targeting a return to the lineup Thursday</strong> vs Cowboys, per source. He’s been out since Week 8 with a knee injury. Will be up to team but he’s trending positively,”</em> he reported via <em>@JFowlerESPN.</em></p>



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<h2>What happened to Isiah Pacheco?</h2>



<p>The Kansas City Chiefs’ offense has been managing the absence of starting running back <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/isiah-pacheco">Isiah Pacheco</a>, <strong>who suffered a right MCL sprain during the Week 8 victory over the Washington Commanders. </strong></p>


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<p>The knee injury forced Pacheco to miss three consecutive games, though he has been making significant progress in his recovery. After being listed as a full participant in practice recently, the running back is reportedly targeting a return for the crucial Week 13 road matchup against the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving, a positive sign for the Chiefs as they look to reintegrate their primary rushing threat.</p>



<h2>Pacheco’s impact on the Chiefs’ offense</h2>



<p>Isiah Pacheco’s presence has been vital to the Chiefs’ run game this season, serving as the team’s primary rushing threat. Through eight games, <strong>he has totaled 329 rushing yards on 78 attempts, averaging 4.2 yards per carry</strong>, while also adding 11 catches for 43 receiving yards and scoring two total touchdowns (one rushing, one receiving). </p>



<p>His aggressive running style is key for Kansas City’s offense, consistently providing stability to the ground attack and helping the team in short-yardage situations, as evidenced by his 21 rushing first downs.</p>

Chiefs set to recover key weapon for crucial Thanksgiving game vs Cowboys

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