Holding Carr in check: Raiders QB Derek Carr has a 1-4 career record against the Chiefs, with 6 TDs and 5 INTs.
King of the takeaway: The Chiefs lead the league in takeaways (25) and turnover differential (+14).
Good matchup for Ware?: Chiefs RB Spencer Ware's only 100+ yard rushing game this year came in Week 6 against Oakland (131 rush yards).
Will Maclin play?: WR Jeremy Maclin (groin injury) hasn't played since Week 9 against Jacksonville. On Tuesday, Andy Reid said he's 'optimistic' Maclin will play Thursday against Oakland.
Achilles heel: Kansas City's defense allows 263.0 pass yards per game (11th-most in NFL) and 121.9 rush yards per game (6th-most).