The Kansas City Chiefs find themselves grappling with a significant concern regarding their kicking game as Harrison Butker has struggled in recent performances. This became glaringly evident during their 20-3 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday night, where Butker missed two of his three field goal attempts, leading to crucial momentum shifts against the Chiefs.

The first miss occurred just before halftime, as Kansas City aimed to narrow a 10-0 deficit. Following a 65-yard interception return by cornerback Nohl Williams, Butker attempted a 58-yard field goal but failed to connect. Although he made a 50-yard field goal in the third quarter, his second miss proved costly. With the game on the line and just under nine minutes left, Butker's 45-yard attempt went wide right, keeping the Chiefs from closing the gap.

Head coach Andy Reid acknowledged Butker’s inconsistency, stating, "He's been one of the most consistent kickers in football. He's off a bit, so gotta fix it."

Butker's struggles have primarily stemmed from long-range attempts. This season, he has only converted 33.3% of his kicks from 50-plus yards (2-of-6). Notably, since last season, Butker has made just 7-of-15 attempts from that distance, which is a troubling statistic for the Chiefs as they aim for playoff success.

Key stats include:

• Inside 50: 9-10 (90%)
• From 50+: 2-6 (33.3%)

Additionally, Butker has missed five PATs and a total of 15 kicks since the start of last season, the highest in the NFL, costing the team 35 points. While his playoff performance remains impeccable, the Chiefs need him to regain his form as they push for a postseason return.