The Kansas City Chiefs will try to get some revenge on the Buffalo Bills in Sunday’s AFC title game. The last time these two teams played each other, the Bills ended the Chiefs’ undefeated streak, winning 30-21.
Patrick Mahomes threw for 196 yards and three touchdowns but also tossed two interceptions in the loss. Meanwhile, Josh Allen posted 317 total yards, two total touchdowns, and an interception.
Therefore, whichever defense can get that critical stop or force turnover, could make a huge difference in the outcome. The Chiefs enter Sunday’s game at full strength on both sides of the ball, which is rare at this time of the year.
However, the Bills have a few notable injuries on defense, which could impact them on Sunday night.
On Thursday, Cameron Wolfe of the NFL Network reported that Bills safety Taylor Rapp did not practice for the second straight day because of a hip injury. However, linebacker Matt Milano (hamstring soreness) and cornerback Christian Benford (concussion protocol) practiced again and made good progress.
Bills S Taylor Rapp (hip) didn’t practice for 2nd straight day. Shaping up as a big moment for rookie Cole Bishop in line to start for Rapp Sunday vs. Chiefs
LB Matt Milano (hamstring soreness), CB Christian Benford (concussion protocol) practiced again, continuing good progress
— Cameron Wolfe (@CameronWolfe) January 23, 2025
With Rapp missing his second consecutive practice, Buffalo will likely go with rookie defensive back Cole Bishop. Bishop did not play any defensive snaps in the wild-card round against the Denver Broncos but saw 33 defensive snaps in last week’s game against the Baltimore Ravens.
The rookie safety had three combined tackles in the divisional-round win. During the regular season, Bishop recorded 40 combined tackles, two pass deflections, and a forced fumble in 16 games (4 starts).
The second-round pick has struggled a little bit in pass coverage, allowing 18 completions on 25 targets and a 127.4 pass rating when targeted.
That said, you have to believe Andy Reid and Co. will try to get Bishop matched up with one of KC’s receivers or Travis Kelce. It wouldn’t be surprising to see KC take a couple of deep shots with Xavier Worthy or Hollywood Brown.
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The Buffalo Bills are facing a major setback ahead of their highly anticipated AFC Title Game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Starting quarterback Josh Allen is now in danger of missing the crucial matchup due to a lingering injury.
Allen, who has been a key player for the Bills throughout the season, suffered a shoulder injury in the team’s Divisional Round win against the Baltimore Ravens. While he was able to finish the game, the injury has reportedly worsened in the days following.
Head coach Sean McDermott has remained tight-lipped about Allen’s status for the game, but sources close to the team have expressed concerns about his ability to play. Backup quarterback Mitchell Trubisky has been taking first-team reps in practice, signaling that the Bills are preparing for the possibility of Allen sitting out.
Losing Allen would be a significant blow to the Bills’ chances of advancing to the Super Bowl. The young quarterback has been a dynamic playmaker all season, leading the team to multiple comeback victories and setting franchise records along the way.
As Bills fans anxiously await official word on Allen’s status, the team must rally together and prepare for the possibility of facing the Chiefs without their star quarterback. The stakes are high, and the Bills will need to bring their A-game if they hope to pull off an upset and advance to the Super Bowl. Stay tuned for updates on Allen’s status as game day approaches.
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