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Nicolas Roesch

Chiefs Check-in: K.C. to face biggest test of season vs. Eagles

The long wait is over as the Kansas City Chiefs host the Philadelphia Eagles in a Super Bowl rematch tonight. Both teams are coming off their bye week and are looking to stay atop their respective conference. The Chiefs are beginning the second half of their schedule at full health. They will look to keep rolling on defense and work out some kinks offensively.

Here are the top stories on this edition of Chiefs Check-in for the morning of Monday, November 20:

Slowing down the Eagles' offense

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Defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo spoke to the media about what he learned when the Chiefs faced the Eagles in the Super Bowl and what they’ll focus on in Monday night’s matchup.

Chiefs' defense takes its turn against unstoppable play

An in-depth preview on the Eagles

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We take an in-depth look at the Eagles’ schematics and tendencies and give our take on how K.C. should attack them.

Chiefs need to be more efficient with deep passing game

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Offensive coordinator Matt Nagy knows there’s room for improvement with the deep passing game and is confident it will become more efficient.

A small flaw in L'Jarius Sneed's game

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Sneed, who is having a Pro Bowl-caliber season, needs to clean up the penalties a bit but not completely get away from his aggressive nature.

Chiefs' defense ranks high in key stat

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K.C.’s defense ranks third in the NFL in first downs allowed.

George Karlaftis on an impressive streak

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Karlaftis has tallied at least four pressures in every game this season.

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