The Kansas City Chiefs fell to the Houston Texans, 17-10, on Thursday night as the two teams kicked off the preseason at Arrowhead Stadium.
Chiefs' quarterback Patrick Mahomes played the entirety of the first quarter, completing five of seven passes for 33 yards in two drives of action.
The Texans jumped out to an early lead when quarterback Brandon Weeden found tight end Jordan Akins for a six-yard touchdown late in the first quarter. The duo connected for another score on the Texans' next drive, extending Houston's advantage.
Veteran quarterback Chad Henne, who took over at the beginning of the second quarter, led the Chiefs on their lone touchdown-scoring drive of the contest, finding wide receiver Demarcus Robinson for a 24-yard score late in the first half.
It was part of a strong night for Robinson, who led all receivers with 48 yards through the air on three catches.
Kicker Harrison Butker added a 32-yard field goal midway through the second half to complete the scoring for Kansas City.
Kansas City will continue the preseason on Aug. 17 as the Chiefs travel to Atlanta to take on the Falcons.
Photos from the Chiefs vs. Texans preseason game at Arrowhead Stadium
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Terrance Smith (48) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Kendall Fuller (23) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Robert Golden (22) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) in the huddle during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Sammy Watkins (14) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs punter Dustin Colquitt (2) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Tanoh Kpassagnon (92) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back David Amerson (24) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Cheerleader during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Breeland Speaks (57) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Terrance Smith (48) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Xavier Williams (98) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Allen Bailey (97) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Andy Reid talks to Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Steven Nelson (20) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Special teams line during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Special teams line during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Hometown Hero during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Kerwynn Williams (25) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
SUBJECT during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Stadium Sunset during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs punter Dustin Colquitt (2) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Justin Houston (50) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Cheerleader during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Breeland Speaks (57) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Arrion Springs (38) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Stadium Clouds during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Demetrius Harris (84) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Sky and clouds through the goal post during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Sky above arrowhead with the goal posts during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Chad Henne (4) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Chad Henne (4) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Gehrig Dieter (12) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Andy Reid during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Fans during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Demarcus Robinson (11) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Demarcus Robinson (11) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Demarcus Robinson (11) and Kansas City Chiefs running back Damien Williams (26) celebrate during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Demarcus Robinson (11) and Kansas City Chiefs running back Damien Williams (26) celebrate during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Field during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Jordan Sterns (46) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Clark Hunt presents a check to Cornerstones of Care during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
KC Wolf during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Daniel Braverman (83) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Jace Amaro (89) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Matt McGloin (5) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Salute to Service presentation during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Tremon Smith (39) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Raymond Davison (60) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Will Redmond during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle T.Y. McGill (99) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Ben Niemann (56) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Ben Niemann (56) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Ben Niemann (56) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones (95) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Chase Litton (8) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Alex Ellis (82) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Jordan Smallwood (9) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Dee Liner (96) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive tackle Bentley Spain (68) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Alex Ellis (82) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Fans during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive guard Kahlil McKenzie (66) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
A young fan during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Alex Ellis (82) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Terrance Smith (48) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt (27) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle T.Y. McGill (99) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive tackle Laurent Duvernay-Tardif (76) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Justin Houston (50) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive line during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive guard Kahlil McKenzie (66) and wide receiver Jordan Smallwood (9) during Texans at Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on 8/9/18.
