This game will be a battle of two teams that prefer to run the football and play defense.  Both teams are on two game winning streaks and the Jaguars have had two weeks to get ready for this football game.  But, it’s at Arrowhead Stadium which should work big-time in the Chiefs favor.

The Chiefs run defense is soft as they allow 118.0 yards rushing per game and 4.2 yards per carry so expect the Jaguars to attack them on the ground.  Look for Fred Taylor (156 yards) rushing and Maurice Drew (100 yards rushing) to battle the solid linebacking crew of the Chiefs early and often.  The Chiefs must also spy on QB David Garrard who is not scared to run the ball.  He has 21 carries for 99 yards (4.7 ypc) so far this season.  The Chiefs have a solid pass defense as they allow 167.8 yards per game and they hold opposing QBs to a 62.6 Rating so far this season.  The dangerous thing about the passing game of the Jags is that Garrard that he spreads the football around because he doesn’t have a #1 WR.

The Chiefs would be smart to attack the Jags thru the air.  The reason for that is because the Jags have a solid run defense as they have only allowed 64.5 yards rushing per game over the last two games.  But, you just know that Edwards will give the football to Larry Johnson often as he has 263 yards rushing this season.  If the Chiefs’ offensive line gives Damon Huard time to throw the ball he should have success.  With Dwyane Bowe (18 rec, 299 yards, 3 TDs) and Eddie Kennison returning this week the Chiefs should be able to put pressure on the Jags defense down the field.  That will also open up the middle of the field for TE Tony Gonzalez (21 rec, 238 yards, TD) who should have a big game.

PREDICTION:  Look for this to be an outstanding football game.  But, I think the Chiefs will feed off of the home crowd and beat the Jaguars by a field goal.