NEXT OPPONENT: KANSAS CITY (1-3)
The Chiefs have struggled defensively and seem to still be reeling from a shocking Thursday night loss to Denver on Sept. 17.
OPPONENT WEEK 4
Cincinnati 36, Kansas City 21
The Chiefs got seven field goals from Cairo Santos, but quarterback Alex Smith was sacked five times in the loss. Andy Dalton threw for 321 yards for the Bengals, who were outgained 465-451.
WHAT TO WATCH FOR
Jamal Charles, Chiefs tailback
In his eighth season, Charles at 29 is a year younger than Adrian Peterson. He's had two monster rushing seasons in his career, and a couple of injury-marred season. He has 306 rushing yards in four games.
OUTLOOK
The Vikings have a week off to prepare for this game, and the Chiefs play the Bears this Sunday. Outlook: Horns up.