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Kansas City Chiefs 2023 playoff picture
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18 weeks fly by when you’re having fun — thankfully, the show is not over yet. The NFL playoff picture can be a bit fuzzy at times, but don’t worry — we’re here to clear things up.

After a 31-13 win against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 18, the team’s overall season record triumphs at 14-3, landing the spot as the No. 1 seed in the AFC.

What does this mean?

No, not like a seed in the ground — although, this could blossom into a beautiful Lombardi trophy in a few weeks. Seeding is the rank that the eligible playoff teams are in based on qualifications such as overall season records, division records, and tie-breakers. The No. 1 seed position means we get to watch one less Chiefs game due to a first round bye week, but this means the team can rest up + plan ahead for the Divisional Round.

How did we get here?

This year, unprecedented changes led to the final playoff picture.

The Buffalo Bills, KC’s biggest threat, had to cancel their Week 17 game due to a medical emergency with safety Damar Hamlin. Buffalo (12-3) entered Monday night needing a win to maintain the AFC’s No. 1 seed, and the Bengals (11-4) had a chance to earn that top seed with two more wins and a loss.

The NFL ultimately decided that the No. 1 seed would be decided by regular season winning percentage, with the Chiefs coming out on top after Week 18. The AFC championship game will be played at a neutral site if the Chiefs face the Bills. The league is considering several neutral championship game sites, including indoor and outdoor stadiums.

Road to Super Bowl LVII

Now that the details are worked out, it’s time to look at the ultimate goal — Super Bowl LVII. The Chiefs will have a first round bye week before facing the lowest remaining seed from the Wild Card Round. The Divisional Round will come to Arrowhead on Saturday, Jan. 21, or Sunday, Jan. 22.
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Tuesday, Jan. 10
  • Early Eyes | Tuesday, Jan. 10 | 8 p.m. | recordBar, 1520 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, MO | $15 | For this indie-pop five-piece band, recent accomplishments include their debut LP, “Look Alive!” and touring with bands like flipturn. 🎶
Wednesday, Jan. 11
  • Retro Storytime: What am I? | Wednesday, Jan. 11 | 10-10:45 a.m. | Arts & Heritage Center, 8788 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, KS | Free | This picture quiz book is perfect for preschoolers, and the event includes a craft after storytime.
  • Hunt for the Philosopher’s Stone | Wednesday, Jan. 11-Sunday, Jan. 22 | Times vary | Weston Wine Company, 540 Main St., Weston, MO | $15 | Wander the town of Weston to solve puzzles, take pictures, and sample wine in order to find the magically hidden stone.
Thursday, Jan. 12
  • JAM Sessions: Winter Mad Science | Thursday, Jan. 12 | 10:15-11 a.m. | 5801 W. 135th St., Overland Park, KS | $0-$5 | Kids will explore different properties of ice and snow and conduct their own experiments. ❄️
  • Puppy and Kitten Yoga | Thursday, Jan. 12 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Avenue 81, 8055 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, KS | Donation | Talk about down dog and cat pose — this chair yoga session will benefit the Humane Society of Greater Kansas City. 🧘‍♀️
  • Lions Walking Club | Thursday, Jan. 12-Thursday, Oct. 26 | Riverfront Community Center, 123 S. Esplanade St., Leavenworth, KS | Free | Join this 30-60 minute walk in the global mission to fight diabetes. 🚶‍♂️
Friday, Jan. 13
  • Live Band Emo/Punk Karaoke | Friday, Jan. 13 | 7-11 p.m. | The Rino, 314 Armour Rd., North Kansas City, MO | $15-$18 | Sing your favorite punk rock song alongside a live band (like you’ve always dreamt), presented by Sweet EMOtion KC. 🤘

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Weather
  • 57º | Mostly sunny | 7% chance of rain
Sports
  • Locked in. The KC Current signed free agent midfielder Débora Cristiane de Oliveira, commonly known as Debinha. The Brazilian national is signed with the club through the 2024 season with a third-year option — plus, she’s one of the most sought-after free agents this offseason. ⚽
  • It’s almost time to step up to the plate. The Royals officially announced home game times for the 2023 regular season schedule. The home opener is set for Thursday, Mar. 30 at 3:10 p.m. vs. the Minnesota Twins at Kauffman Stadium. ⚾
  • Taking down franchise records, one tackle at a time. That’s what Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton did this weekend, accomplishing his 180th tackle of the season — breaking Derrick Johnson’s 2011 single-season record for tackles. (Chiefs Wire)
Opening
  • There’s a new pizza spot in town. Chentes on the Hill’s grand opening is Friday, Jan. 13 at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy live music, karaoke, and Mexican style pizzas — at 612 N. 5th St., KCK. 🍕
  • Wild Child — a wine + cocktail bar from the team behind Drastic Measures — is set to open in Shawnee this February. The bar (11022 Johnson Dr.) will also have a selection of non-alcoholic and low ABV beverages. Cheers.🍷 (IN Kansas City Magazine)
Coming Soon
  • The Iron District is welcoming a new eatery — say hello to Elephant Wings. This homestyle Indian cooking originally began as a private chef experience to elevate your evening. The spot will open in the spring, an official date is TBD.
Announced
Number
  • 5,608. That’s the number of total yards thrown by Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes this season. That surpassed the record of 5,562 yards set by Drew Brees in 2011 with the New Orleans Saints. (AP News)
Theater
Holiday
  • Cafe Cà Phê is ringing in the Lunar New Year — including dragon dancing, KC Current autograph signing, and limited edition merchandise. The event is Saturday, Jan. 21 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at 221 Southwest Blvd., KCMO. 🎉
Civic
  • The Downtown Council is now accepting nominations for its 2023 annual awards. The nomination process will run through Wednesday, Jan. 18 — the awards will be featured at the DTC’s Annual Luncheon on Friday, April 14 at the Loews Kansas City Hotel.
Wellness
  • Newhouse, KC’s first domestic violence shelter, is hosting Worthy Pop-up Bar, an event centered around the importance of empowerment, self-care, and healthy relationships. The pop-up will be at The Maverick — 1911 Broadway Blvd., KCMO — on Friday, Mar. 3 and Saturday, Mar. 4 from 5-11 p.m.

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