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New England's defense forced five turnovers, including four first‑half interceptions of C.J. Stroud and a Marcus Jones pick‑six, as the Patriots defeated the Texans 28‑16 to advance to the AFC Championship, with Milton Williams underscoring the mindset of silencing doubters.
Denver’s Marvin Mims Jr. reportedly roasted Pat Surtain II in practice, a moment Sean Payton turned into a key postseason play, contributing to the Broncos’ go-ahead touchdown in their overtime win over the Bills in the AFC Divisional Round.
The Bills head to Denver for a likely defensive showdown in the AFC Divisional Round, with the best bet centered on the Under 46.5 as Denver’s ground game struggles and Buffalo’s pass defense limits big plays. A same-game parlay leans on Josh Allen while Buffalo is favored as short road dogs, with a rough score projection of Bills 23, Broncos 21.
Buffalo Bills head to Empower Field at Mile High to face the Denver Broncos in the AFC Divisional Round. The article lays out how to watch on TV (CBS at 4:30 p.m. ET with announcers Jim Nantz, Tony Romo, and Tracy Wolfson), where to stream (Paramount+, NFL+, TSN/DAZN for Canada, NFL Game Pass internationally), and how to listen (Bills Radio Network, SiriusXM, Westwood One) with local affiliate listings and app options.
Denver, the top seed, hosts the sixth-seeded Bills in the AFC Divisional Round, aiming for an 11th AFC Championship appearance; the Broncos boast the league’s top defense in yards per play, sacks and red-zone defense and a solid offense, while Buffalo counters with the NFL’s top rushing attack and a high-scoring offense (4th in scoring, 3rd in red zone, 4th on third-down) though their defense ranks 7th overall and struggles on third-down and red-zone defense. Bo Nix faces Josh Allen as Denver pursues a home win to advance.
Buffalo visits Denver for an AFC Divisional Round playoff rematch, focusing on five angles: Buffalo’s repeat foe status against a familiar Broncos squad with adjustments since last year; the need to stay two-dimensional on offense to counter Denver’s stout defense; protecting Josh Allen from Denver’s top pass rush; Bo Nix and the Broncos’ ability to close games even without high-scoring outputs; and trusting Buffalo’s defense, led by Tre’Davious White, to finish games as they did against Jacksonville.
The No. 6-seed Bills defeated the Jaguars 27-24 to advance to an AFC Divisional Round matchup against the No. 1-seeded Denver Broncos in Denver. Josh Allen starred, throwing for 273 yards and rushing for 33 yards, including a late 1-yard TD run to seal the win, as Buffalo relies on its quarterback’s excellence to challenge Denver’s top seed, which had a bye and hosts the showdown at 2:30 p.m. MST.
Buffalo Bills visit the Denver Broncos in the AFC Divisional Round for a revenge rematch after last year's wild-card loss, with Buffalo traveling on a short week and playing without home-field advantage.
Kansas City Chiefs' Joe Thuney is "in danger" of missing Super Bowl 58 against the San Francisco 49ers due to a pectoral injury sustained in the AFC Divisional Round. There's uncertainty about the exact nature of the injury, with some experts believing it's a torn pec and others a strain. Thuney, a key member of the Chiefs' offensive line, has been a consistent starter and was named to the All-Pro team in back-to-back years. His absence could impact the team's performance in the Super Bowl, but a final decision on his availability is yet to be made.
ESPN NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky expressed disappointment for Bills quarterback Josh Allen after a crucial play in the AFC divisional round game against the Chiefs. Orlovsky believed that receiver Stefon Diggs was to blame for dropping a pass that could have made a significant difference in the game, and he described it as a missed opportunity for one of the best throws the NFL had ever seen.
The Houston Texans' season ended with a 34-10 loss to the Baltimore Ravens, highlighting the need for improvements in their running game, wide receiver depth, and defensive strategy. The team's offseason focus will be on enhancing their roster to compete with top AFC teams like Baltimore and Kansas City, with an emphasis on finding a dynamic running back, adding playmakers to the receiving group, and continuing to develop their defense, particularly with the emergence of cornerback Derek Stingley.
The Kansas City Chiefs' defense faced a tough challenge from the Buffalo Bills' offense in the AFC Divisional Round, with quarterback Josh Allen showcasing his dual-threat abilities. Despite initial struggles, the Chiefs' defense, led by star defensive tackle Chris Jones, adopted a relentless mindset and made crucial adjustments to contain Allen and secure a 27-24 victory. The defense's strong performance, including key plays by rookie safety Chamarri Conner, highlighted their ability to finish strong and fuel the team's success.
Buffalo Bills kicker Tyler Bass expressed feeling "terrible" after missing a game-tying field goal in the AFC Divisional Round against the Chiefs, leading to a 27-24 defeat. The miss drew painful comparisons to Scott Norwood's infamous "wide right" in the Bills' Super Bowl loss in 1991. Despite the disappointment, Bass received support from his teammates and expressed gratitude for being a Buffalo Bill.
The Buffalo Bills are set to host the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC divisional round amidst frigid temperatures in the low 20s and wind chills in the low teens, with little risk for snow affecting the game. Despite snowfall last week, there is no current travel ban in place, and the Bills have been offering $20 an hour for snow shovelers to prepare the stadium. Both teams are preparing for the challenging weather conditions, with the Bills ensuring proper scheduling and communication to handle the situation.
The Baltimore Ravens will face the Houston Texans in the AFC divisional round game, with the Ravens holding home-field advantage. The Texans' offense, led by quarterback C.J. Stroud, will be up against the Ravens' strong pass defense, while the Ravens' offense, led by Lamar Jackson, will look to exploit the Texans' weaknesses in defending play-action passes. The Ravens are favored to win, with a predicted score of 26-17.