Chiefs need more fire as target in Houston

Turning it Around

Laurant Duvernay-Tardif was challenged by the San Diego Chargers. He was caught by an early defensive line twist that led to him being pushed back into the pocket. Unfortunately, Alex Smith was still in the pocket, was hit and fumbled the ball. LDT had some work to do at half time. He did that work and in the second half handle the same play with much better results. Here’s the difference:

There is a possibility that the team will be without both starting guards against the Texans. Both Parker Ehinger (concussion) and LDT (high ankle) are on the injury report. That will be a challenge to overcome.

Stat of the Week

Four. That’s it. Just 4. Against San Diego that is the total number of pressures the Chiefs were able to generate. Three quarterback hits and a solitary sack.

That won’t be enough against Brock Osweiler. Leaving him time in the pocket with his speedy receiver corps will cost the Chiefs. The KC pass rush has to get home against familiar foe Ryan Clark and old friend Jeff Allen.

AFC West Power Rankings

I am ranking the AFC West based on the Kansas City Chiefs that played the 4th quarter of week one. That is the team that they should be each and every snap of 2016. If they do, they should every team in this division.

On a neutral field, this is where I see the teams of the AFC West. Denver is a hair behind at this point because 4th quarter Alex Smith is the best QB in the division this week. Oakland is on the rise and could get bumped next week with a better defensive showing against Atlanta. Looking at you, Sean Smith.

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