Kansas City Chiefs

Report: Justin Houston (knee) could miss the rest of 2015

Published Dec. 16, 2015 10:57 p.m. ET

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The Kansas City Chiefs may need to learn how to generate a playoff pass rush without linebacker Justin Houston.

The All-Pro pass rusher's season is reportedly in jeopardy due to a lingering knee issue he suffered in Week 12 against the Buffalo Bills. He hasn't been on the field since.

Via NFL Media's Rand Getlin:

Visiting a renowned knee surgeon like Dr. James Andrews is deflating news. Houston just inked a long-term deal this season, and the team was banking on his skills for a deep postseason push.

Instead, they'll need to rely on old veteran Tamba Hali -- and replacement Dee Ford -- to generate something like the pressure they would've had with Houston healthy.

I’m told #Chiefs LB Justin Houston was set to visit Dr. Andrews regarding his knee. Some fear he’ll miss the rest of the regular season.
— Rand Getlin (@Rand_Getlin) December 16, 2015