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Chiefs headlines for Friday, December 20
Sources - Chiefs to activate WR Hollywood Brown, barring setbacks | ESPN
Brown hasn’t played for the Chiefs since suffering a sternoclavicular injury on the first play of the first preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. He had surgery and was in rehab before returning to practice for the first time last week.
Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Thursday “there’s a good chance’’ Brown plays on Saturday.
“He’s done a nice job,” Reid said. “He’s been able to run and keep himself in running shape.’’
Bleacher Report’s Expert Week 16 NFL Picks | Bleacher Report
“The Chiefs control their own destiny in pursuit of the No. 1 seed in the AFC and continue to churn out close wins. They’re motivated to do everything in their power to secure that first-round bye as they target the first-ever NFL three-peat.
“Houston comes to Arrowhead having clinched its own division already, although CJ Stroud hasn’t exactly lit the world on fire in his sophomore season. It’s true, the Texans can take advantage of the middling Chiefs secondary with their explosive skill weapons now that Nico Collins is back to full strength.
“Still, I envision an Andy Reid masterclass incoming and a playbook that throws the kitchen sink at Houston in each scenario. Fool me once.”
NFL Week 16 Power Rankings: The Chiefs head back to No. 1, the Vikings close in on the Lions | PFF
Strength of schedule to date: 24
Strength of schedule remaining: 5
Projected avg. wins: 14.9
% chance of making the playoffs: 100.0
% chance of winning the division: 100.0
% chance of winning the conference: 40.3
% chance of winning the Super Bowl: 21.0
The Chiefs improved to 13-1 after an unconvincing win over the Browns — a familiar formula this season. However, the big storyline is Patrick Mahomes’ ankle injury, which he suffered late in the game. He is considered week-to-week, but with their current position, the Chiefs don’t need to rush him back. Still, knowing Mahomes, he’ll do everything he can to return quickly. His 81.0 PFF grade ranks ninth among quarterbacks this season.
Tom Brady’s Power Rankings: Who made the GOAT’s Top 5 teams entering Week 16? | FOX Sports
1. Kansas City Chiefs (13-1) (Last week: 2)
Week 15 result: Defeated Cleveland Browns, 21-7
Brady’s thoughts: ”Making their return to the top spot in my power rankings, it’s the Kansas City Chiefs. [Steve Spagnuolo], you’ve got a dominant defense. I know you know this. You’re forcing so many turnovers against the Browns last week.
“I know Patrick [Mahomes] suffered an ankle injury in the game, but that’s a guy whose toughness is never in doubt. I’m sure he’s gonna do everything he can to get back...
