The Kansas City Chiefs return to Arrowhead in Week 14 for a pivotal matchup against the surging Houston Texans. Sitting at 6-6 with the season entering its decisive stretch, it’s do-or-die time for Kansas City to make a run for the NFL playoffs.
Houston, meanwhile, arrives riding a four-game winning streak, including back-to-back victories over the Buffalo Bills and Indianapolis Colts, with its own playoff hopes on the line. With both teams fighting for positioning, fans are in for an electric atmosphere on Sunday Night Football. Here’s a look at who will be calling the action on NBC.
Houston Texans at Kansas City Chiefs: Game Details
Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025
Time: 8:20 p.m. ET
Location: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri
TV: NBC
Stream: NFL+, Peacock
Who Are the Announcers for Chiefs-Texans on NBC?
- Lead Play-by-Play Announcer: Mike Tirico
- Color Commentator: Cris Collinsworth
- Sideline Reporter: Melissa Stark
NBC’s primetime slate will begin with Football Night in America (7:00 p.m. ET), leading into the Chiefs-Texans matchup at 8:20 p.m. ET. Fans can tune into one of the most recognizable broadcast teams in sports, calling the action.
Tirico continues as the lead play-by-play voice, delivering trademark big-game presence to the Sunday night stage. Widely renowned for his smooth delivery and smart analysis, Tirico has become a fixture of marquee football broadcasts.
Prior to joining Sunday Night Football, Tirico spent nearly a decade calling ESPN’s Monday Night Football from 2006 to 2015. His versatile résumé includes the Olympics, World Cup soccer, NBA, NHL, college sports, golf, tennis, and the Indy 500.
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Joining Tirico in the booth is Collinsworth, who is currently in his 17th season as a color analyst for Sunday Night Football. The former Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver earned three Pro Bowl selections during his eight-year NFL career and has collected 17 Emmy Awards across HBO, FOX, and NFL Network. He also recently completed 500 games as a broadcaster.
On the sidelines, Stark connects viewers to everything happening beyond the main action. More than just reporting injuries or scores, she provides context and human stories that unfold throughout the night. With over 25 years in sports broadcasting, Stark’s poise and clarity ensure fans stay engaged with every moment.
For fans listening on the radio, Chiefs coverage will air on 96.5 The Fan (96.5 FM). Longtime voice of the Chiefs Mitch Holthus will be on play-by-play, with former Chiefs wide receiver Danan Hughes providing color commentary and Josh Klingler reporting from the sidelines.
For fans outside of Kansas City, Westwood One will broadcast the game nationally.
