Hello all. Chiefs fan here. The excitement in KC (and I am sure in Tenn) is palpable. Both teams are so close to heading to the SB, yet so far. This is going to be an epic game. Here are a few thoughts.
1. I am truly surprised that Vegas and so many sports commentators are picking the Chiefs. I am guessing they either did not watch the previous game we played, or are choosing to ignore it. Henry is a BEAST! He embarrasses d-backs like nobody I have seen.
2. While everybody is talking about Henry, they seem to give no regard to Tannehill. I haven't watched him a lot, but he seems to make the right throws when the pressure is on.
3. I hear a lot of buzz about how much better our defense has been recently, and while that may be true, they still really struggle against the run and nobody runs it better than DH. Chiefs will be focusing everything on trying to stop the run. If Tannehill can make key throws at key times, the Chiefs are in big trouble. Your o-line is amazing!
4. I think what people are missing is the inspired way the Titans are playing. They have been underdogs on the road with nothing to lose and rising to the occasion. Vrabel has everybody feeding off of that and playing to their peak potential.
5. Regarding social media and local media, there are a few delusional fans that have poor memory talking about an easy Chiefs victory, but most of us understand what a huge challenge we are facing.
I would not bet huge on a Chiefs win or a Titans win. I think it will be a knock-down, drag out fight till the end. I do think the Chiefs will pull it out in the end, but it will not be easy.
Here's to a great game where everybody stays healthy and the refs let the players play!
Just want a good game without injuries or horrible ref calls! I still hope the Chiefs roll,.... just being honest about how hard it will be to face you guys!