Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon and linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair are both set to play in Saturday's divisional playoff game at Kansas City, NFL Network reported.

For the first time this year, the Kansas City Chiefs are gearing up for a playoff game as they continue their ongoing quest for a record third championship in a row. Standing in their way this Saturday are the Houston Texans, a feisty AFC South squad that just took on the reigning Super Bowl winners less than a month ago.

Watson is officially listed as questionable to return from his ankle injury, but multiple reports on Thursday indicated that he is expected to be part of the defense for Kansas ... Robert Woods (hip), and tight end Teagan Quitoriano (calf). The Chiefs ...

Defensively, Houston listed linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair as "Questionable" for Saturday with a knee injury. Al-Shaair, who racked up 70 tackles in 11 games this season, didn't play against the Chiefs back in Week 16 due to a league suspension. 2. Houston has thrived off takeaways all season long.

The Houston Texans are seeking their first trip to the AFC title game. Jonathan M. Alexander share five things to watch and his prediction vs. the Chiefs.

Stay updated on Patrick Mahomes' injury status as the Kansas City Chiefs prepare to face the Houston Texans in the AFC Divisional Round. Mahomes is cleared to play, boosting the Chiefs' chances against the formidable Texans defense.

Here's everything you need to know for the Houston Texans' AFC Divisional Round matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Kansas City’s quest to become the first team in NFL history to claim three straight Super Bowls begins Saturday (3:30 p.m., TV: ABC/ESPN, Radio: The Team 92.1-FM) with a visit from the Houston Texans in the divisional playoffs.

Xavier Worthy recorded seven receptions for 65 yards and a touchdown against the Texans in the first meeting of the year. CJ Stroud threw for 282 yards, one touchdown, one interception, plus 42 rushing yards in the win over the Chargers.

The NFL Divisional round playoffs begin with the Houston Texans at the Kansas City Chiefs Saturday afternoon./

Teammates choose the captains, and the Chiefs announced that quarterback Patrick Mahomes, tight end Travis Kelce, defensive lineman Chris Jones, linebacker Nick Bolton, kicker Harrison Butker and long snapper James Winchester will be captains for the playoffs.