Patrick Mahomes is likely to play for the Kansas City Chiefs against the Houston Texans despite a high-ankle sprain, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Mahomes is confident in managing his injury and will assess his condition later in the week.

Head coach Andy Reid remains optimistic but has a backup plan with Carson Wentz ready to take over if necessary. The Chiefs have already clinched the AFC West but are still vying for the No. 1 seed in the playoffs, which could allow Mahomes to rest if secured.