AFC Championship Game Preview - Bills @ Chiefs
Buckle up everyone, the fourth edition of Josh Allen versus Patrick Mahomes in the playoffs is here. This fixture has treated us to some all-time moments in recent years, with the reigning champion Kansas City Chiefs emerging victorious every time. Is this the year that Allen and his Buffalo Bills can finally get the job done, and proceed to the Super Bowl?
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Buffalo Bills @ Kansas City Chiefs
- When: Sunday 26th, January, 2025. 6:30 pm ET
- Where: Arrowhead Stadium | Kansas City, Missouri
- TV: CBS and Paramount+
Bills @ Chiefs AFC Championship Game Preview
Just like in 2023, the Kansas City Chiefs have delivered questionable football all year long, only to turn it on in the playoffs and look primed and ready for another Super Bowl win. They remain the best-coached and most well-prepared team for every moment they may face on the biggest stage, even if they don’t have the most talented roster top-to-bottom. Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid are as dangerous of a duo as you could ask for on offense, and Steve Spagnuolo and Chris Jones are as dangerous of a duo as you could ask for on defense. So far, no one has proven they can get the better of them in the playoffs, as Buffalo are very well aware of.
The Bills just about saw off the Baltimore Ravens in the Divisional Round, benefiting greatly from a fourth-quarter from hell by Ravens tight end Mark Andrews. It was an unusual game in which Josh Allen was more of a game manager than normal. Yes, he picked up two crucial touchdowns with his legs, but, other than that, contributed just 147 total yards, instead letting his running backs do most of the heavy lifting.
Against Kansas City, fans should expect to see the fully unleashed version of Allen, who will have to be at his best to down a Chiefs defense that gave up the fourth fewest points in the regular season. Chris Jones is a force to be reckoned with at the heart of the defensive line, and Trent McDuffie remains one of the best young cornerbacks in the NFL. Still, Buffalo will fancy their chances, having ranked second in the regular season with 30.9 points per game. This rush attack, headlined by James Cook, is not something that Josh Allen has ever had before, which could be the key to helping the Bills finally get across the line against Kansas City.
Of course, when Patrick Mahomes takes to the field, everyone knows what he is capable of, and it was reassuring for Chief's fans to see Travis Kelce back to his brilliant best last week against Houston. Buffalo lost Taylor Rapp in that game and have since had cornerback Christian Benford enter concussion protocol. If neither of them can play on Sunday night, it will make life a lot harder for the Bills.
One element that has been missing for the Chiefs is their run game, producing just 50 yards on the ground last week against Houston. Buffalo will be hoping they can produce a similar result this week, although it is always dangerous to put the ball in Mahomes’ hands.
How to Watch Buffalo Bills @ Kansas City Chiefs
The Chiefs and Bills will close out the NFL Championship Sunday at Arrowhead Stadium. The game will be kicking off at 6:30pm Eastern Time on CBS, and fans can stream it on Paramount+.
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AFC Championship Game Predictions
The Bills appear to be in better form and have more ways to move the ball on offense, but it is just so hard to bet against the Chiefs in the playoffs. They are hunting the three-peat after all. Until anyone beats this team in the playoffs, I think the best thing to do is to keep backing Reid, Mahomes, Spagnuolo and Jones to get the job done.
2024-25 NFL Playoffs FAQs
Who is left in the NFL playoffs?
AFC: Kansas City Chiefs (15-2), Buffalo Bills (13-4).
NFC: Philadelphia Eagles (14-3), Washington Commanders (12-5).
What are the NFL championship games?
On the last Sunday in January, the two remaining teams in each conference will face off to determine the winners of the AFC and NFC, who will then face off in the Super Bowl.
What time are the NFC and AFC championship games?
Both Championship games are on Sunday 26th, January, 2025.
- NFC Championship game: 3 pm. ET on Fox
- AFC Championship Game: 6:30 pm ET on CBS and Paramount+
When is the Super Bowl?
Sunday, February 9th, 2025.
Where is the Super Bowl?
Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana.
Who are the reigning Super Bowl champions?
Kansas City Chiefs.
When is Bills @ Chiefs?
Sunday 26th, January, 2025. 6:30 pm ET
Who is favored to win in Bills @ Chiefs?
The Kansas City Chiefs (-130) are favored over the Buffalo Bills (+110).
What TV Channel do I need for Bills @ Chiefs?
CBS, or Paramount+ for streaming.
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