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Chiefs and Eagles Stumble, Super Bowl Path Opens

12/9/2025

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Story summary

The Kansas City Chiefs are out of playoff contention at 6-7 after a 20-10 loss to the Houston Texans, with Patrick Mahomes throwing three interceptions.
The Philadelphia Eagles, leading the NFC East at 8-5, have lost three straight as Jalen Hurts threw four interceptions.
Both teams, once championship contenders, are struggling as the season nears its final weeks.
That leaves the path to Super Bowl LX open for other teams.

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Story summary

The Kansas City Chiefs are out of playoff contention at 6-7 after a 20-10 loss to the Houston Texans, with Patrick Mahomes throwing three interceptions.
The Philadelphia Eagles, leading the NFC East at 8-5, have lost three straight as Jalen Hurts threw four interceptions.
Both teams, once championship contenders, are struggling as the season nears its final weeks.
That leaves the path to Super Bowl LX open for other teams.