The origin of one of the biggest plays by the Chiefs’ defense — Karlaftis’ 16-yard sack of Houston quarterback C.J. Stroud, on fourth down in the fourth quarter — could be traced to a practice session that took place two days earlier.

The Texans faced a fourth down at the Chiefs' 40-yard line, but they came out of the huddle late, with just five seconds left on the play clock. Most would probably expect a timeo

The Chiefs selected former West Lafayette and Purdue DE George Karlaftis in the first round of the 2022 draft. He's yet to lose a playoff game.

Kansas City Chiefs defense end George Karlaftis discusses his performance in the divisional round against the Houston Texans.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis continues his team's sack barrage against Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud with the team's fourth sack of the drive and eighth of the game.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis brings down Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud for a 16-yard sack to give his team the ball in Texans territory.

The Chiefs recorded eight sacks and hit Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud six other times. George Karlaftis had three of the sacks.

The Houston Texans lost to the Kansas City Chiefs 23-14 and their hopes of finally reaching the AFC title game for the first time in franchise history ended.

The Kansas City Chiefs are heading back to the AFC Championship game. Despite a gritty performance from Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, the Chiefs recorded a 23-14 win in the AFC divisional round on the strength of future Hall of Fame tight end Travis Kelce,

Travis Kelce set a playoff record, caught seven passes for 117 yards and touchdown in Kansas City’s 23-14 win over Houston.

With a Divisional Round win against the Houston Texans, the Kansas City Chiefs have advanced to the AFC Championship game and are hopeful for a Super Bowl three-peat.