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FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018 file photo, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) breaks a tackle-attempt by Oakland Raiders defensive end Arden Key (99) during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo.. For the first time in a decade, the top seed in the AFC playoffs goes to a team not led by Tom Brady or Peyton Manning. The Chiefs haven't had a true franchise QB since Len Dawson led the Chiefs to their only Super Bowl title. But after trading up to select Mahomes in the first round in 2017, then letting him learn the ropes under Alex Smith, Mahomes responded with one of the best seasons in NFL history for a first-year starter. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Offensive star power headlines Colts-Chiefs showdown

By Dave Skretta Jan. 10, 2019 04:02 PM EST

Graphic looks at NFL divisional round matchups and predicts the winners; 3c x 3 inches; 146 mm x 76 mm;
Philly has St. Nick but New Orleans has lots of Saints

By Barry Wilner Jan. 10, 2019 10:03 AM EST

Colts-Chiefs Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Jan. 10, 2019 09:53 AM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (11-6) at KANSAS CITY (12-4) Saturday, 4:35 p.m. ET, NBC OPENING LINE — Chiefs by 5 RECORD VS. SPREAD —...

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles responds to a reporter's question during an availability Wednesday Jan. 9, 2019 in Philadelphia. The Eagles face the New Orleans Saints on Sunday in a divisional playoff game. (AP Photo/Jacqueline Larma)
Nick Foles is proving to be Mr. Clutch

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 10, 2019 01:42 AM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017 file photo, Arizona Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians watches during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Indianapolis. Bruce Arians is the latest coach entrusted to transform the struggling Tampa Bay Buccaneers into winners. The 66-year-old came out of a one-year retirement to fill the team's fifth coaching vacancy in a decade. Arians replaces Dirk Koetter, who was dismissed Dec. 30, 2018 after leading the Bucs to 19 wins and no playoffs berths over the past three seasons. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Buccaneers counting on Arians to help QB Winston blossom

By Fred Goodall Jan. 09, 2019 09:22 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts outside linebacker Darius Leonard runs a drill during practice at the NFL football team's facility, Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in Indianapolis. The Colts will play Kansas City in a AFC divisional round game on Saturday. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Colts' defensive turnaround has provided playoff spark

By Michael Marot Jan. 09, 2019 08:53 PM EST

New England Patriots cornerback Stephon Gilmore (24) warms up during an NFL football practice, Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. The Patriots are scheduled to host the Los Angeles Chargers in the AFC divisional round game, Sunday, Jan. 13, in Foxborough. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Patriots defense aims to win 'mind game' with crafty Rivers

By Kyle Hightower Jan. 09, 2019 06:19 PM EST

FILE - In this June 16, 2016, file photo, Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Vic Fangio watches during the NFL football team's minicamp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest, Ill. A person with knowledge of the decision tells The Associated Press that Denver Broncos general manager John Elway has decided on Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Vic Fangio as his new head coach. The person spoke on condition of anonymity Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, because the team hadn't announced the hiring. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)
AP source: Broncos pick Vic Fangio as new head coach

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 09, 2019 04:27 PM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 14. 2018, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemywalks on the field before the team's NFL football game against the New England Patriot, in Foxborough, Mass. It was Doug Pederson a couple years ago. Matt Nagy last year. Now, it's Eric Bieniemy that is juggling the roles of Chiefs offensive coordinator with the phone calls from teams searching for their next head coach. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)
Bieniemy latest Chiefs assistant on path toward top job

By Dave Skretta Jan. 09, 2019 02:31 PM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 23, 2018, file photo, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (12) fakes a handoff to running back Marlon Mack (25) during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the New York Giants in Indianapolis. Lately, the Colts have allowed Luck to use his preferred strategy by scoring early and often then relying on a balanced attack and an increasingly stout defense to close out victories. It’s happened each of the past two weeks in crucial games, putting Indy on the cusp of a historic milestone. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)
Fast starts helping Colts take control during playoff run

By Michael Marot Jan. 09, 2019 02:11 AM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017 file photo, Arizona Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians watches during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Indianapolis. Bruce Arians is the latest coach entrusted to transform the struggling Tampa Bay Buccaneers into winners. The 66-year-old came out of a one-year retirement to fill the team's fifth coaching vacancy in a decade. Arians replaces Dirk Koetter, who was dismissed Dec. 30, 2018 after leading the Bucs to 19 wins and no playoffs berths over the past three seasons. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Bruce Arians comes out of retirement to coach Buccaneers

By Fred Goodall Jan. 08, 2019 09:50 PM EST

Chiefs' struggling defense gets Colts' potent offense next

By Dave Skretta Jan. 08, 2019 04:38 PM EST
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs' defense had been hearing all season about how bad they were, and how they were the biggest threat to an offensive...

FILE - In this Oct. 1, 2016, file photo, Indianapolis Colts punter Pat McAfee, right, and Colts safety Mike Adams joke on stage during an NFL fan rally on Regent Street in London. McAfee successfully took his comedy routine from the Colts' locker room to the stage. Now the former punter hopes to get his kicks through a new medium _ television. McAfee hopes to become the first ex-punter to do on-air work for Fox Sports. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland, File)
Former Colts punter hopes to find his voice on television

By Michael Marot Jan. 08, 2019 01:17 PM EST

Chicago Bears kicker Cody Parkey (1) kicks and misses a field goal during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, in Chicago. The Eagles won 16-15. (AP Photo/David Banks)
Even in era of offense, NFL playoffs come down to defense

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 08, 2019 12:16 PM EST

FILE - In this Aug. 30, 2018, file photo, Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) talks with offensive coordinator Matt LaFleur before a preseason NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings in Nashville, Tenn. A person familiar with the decision says LaFleur has accepted Green Bay’s offer to become the next head coach of the Packers. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski, File)
AP source: LaFleur accepts offer to become Packers coach

By Teresa M. Walker Jan. 07, 2019 09:14 PM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 9, 2018, file photo, Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Freddie Kitchens walks on the field after an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Cleveland. The Browns have interviewed Kitchens, who has already shown them what he can do with their offense. Kitchens took over game-planning and play-calling duties in October when Todd Haley was fired on the same day the club dismissed coach Hue Jackson. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
Browns interview coordinator Kitchens for head coaching job

By Tom Withers Jan. 07, 2019 08:26 PM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 9, 2018, file photo, Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Vic Fangio walks to the field before an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, in Chicago. A person with knowledge of the decision tells The Associated Press that Denver Broncos general manager John Elway has decided on Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Vic Fangio as his new head coach. The person spoke on condition of anonymity Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, because the team hadn't announced the hiring. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)
Broncos interview Bears defensive coordinator Fangio

By Arnie Stapleton Jan. 07, 2019 05:08 PM EST

File- In this Dec. 24, 2017, file photo, then-Detroit Lions coach Jim Caldwell watches during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati. The Browns have interviewed former Indianapolis and Detroit coach Caldwell for their job. Caldwell met Wednesday, Jan. 2, with general manager John Dorsey and others on the search committee at the team’s facility in Berea, Ohio. The team is confirming interviews after they are completed. (AP Photo/Gary Landers, File)
Jets interview former Colts, Lions coach Jim Caldwell

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Jan. 07, 2019 03:28 PM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 30, 2018, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) throws a touchdown pass to wide receiver Demarcus Robinson, unseen, during the second half of an NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders, in Kansas City, Mo. Mahomes made The Associated Press 2018 NFL All-Pro Team, Friday, Jan. 4, 2018. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
Chiefs' Mahomes ready for postseason debut against Colts

By Dave Skretta Jan. 07, 2019 03:01 PM EST

Los Angeles Chargers defensive end Melvin Ingram (54) sacks Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson in the second half of an NFL wild card playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Offenses took a holiday on wild-card weekend

By Barry Wilner Jan. 07, 2019 05:09 AM EST