Bills visit Bengals with top AFC playoff spot in sight
2 years, 3 months ago

Bills visit Bengals with top AFC playoff spot in sight

Associated Press  

BUFFALO at CINCINNATI Monday, 8:30 p.m. EST, ESPN FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NFL LINE: Bills by 1 1/2. Cincinnati’s other top edge rusher, Trey Hendrickson, is playing with a broken wrist.. TE Hayden Hurst could return.. Bills starting C Mitch Morse was cleared to resume practicing after missing two games.. WR Diggs’ status bears monitoring after he missed practice because of an illness.. DE Boogie Basham is still not practicing after missing one game. In six career Monday outings, Allen has a 3-3 record and thrown 18 TDs versus two interceptions.. With 32 TDs passing this season, Allen is two short of holding the top three single-season spots on the franchise list, and five short of matching the team record he set in 2020.. With 101 catches this season, Diggs already holds the top-three single-season spots on the team list in three seasons in Buffalo. Led by RB Devin Singletary and James Cook, the Bills had 254 yards rushing against Chicago, the most in a game ending in regulation since gaining 280 against Cleveland on Dec. 18, 2016.. Jaquan Johnson’s game-ending interception against Chicago was the second of the fourth-year player’s career and Buffalo’s first in six games.. The Bills are 21-29 on Monday night..The four largest crowds at Cincinnati’s Paycor Stadium have come in the 2022 calendar year, starting with last season’s playoff win over the Raiders on Jan. 15.. Burrow, Chase and Hendrickson were all voted to the AFC team for the Pro Bowl.. Chase leads Cincinnati this season in receptions and receiving TDs, while ranking second in receiving yards, despite missing four games to a hairline hip fracture..

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Bills finally make it back to AFC title game, where their playoff nemesis awaits in Kansas City
2 months, 1 week ago

Bills finally make it back to AFC title game, where their playoff nemesis awaits in Kansas City

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — After four years, plenty of playoff heartbreak and an offseason roster purge of leadership and skill, the Buffalo Bills are finally returning to the AFC championship game. Three of Buffalo’s past four playoffs have ended against the Chiefs, starting with a 38-24 loss at Kansas City in the AFC championship game after the 2020 season. Buffalo …

Josh Allen scores 2 TDs, Bills force 3 turnovers to beat Ravens 27-25 and reach AFC title game
2 months, 1 week ago

Josh Allen scores 2 TDs, Bills force 3 turnovers to beat Ravens 27-25 and reach AFC title game

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Josh Allen heard the “MVP! And it wasn’t one player or one unit that led to Buffalo beating Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens 27-25 on Sunday night, ending its string of three straight losses at this stage of the postseason and moving on to play the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC …

Josh Allen sends message to Bills' haters before AFC Championship clash against Chiefs
2 months, 1 week ago

Josh Allen sends message to Bills' haters before AFC Championship clash against Chiefs

Daily Mail  

Josh Allen defiantly took aim at the Bills' critics on Sunday after Buffalo booked their spot in the AFC Championship Game with a thrilling 27-25 win over the Ravens. The win sets up a fourth meeting between Allen and his friend Patrick Mahomes in the postseason, with the latter's Chiefs winning all three previous matchups. Josh Allen and the Buffalo …

After knocking off Ravens, ‘different’ Bills turn their attention to all-too-familiar Chiefs
2 months, 1 week ago

After knocking off Ravens, ‘different’ Bills turn their attention to all-too-familiar Chiefs

New York Times  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — With every Ravens turnover, every field goal forced instead of surrendering a touchdown, and every failed two-point conversion that kept the opponents just out of reach, it marched the Bills closer and closer to what they’ve been yearning to get back to for years. “You never want that feeling again.” “I think there’s something kind of …

Bills will face Chiefs in AFC title game; Eagles will host the Commanders in NFC championship game
2 months, 1 week ago

Bills will face Chiefs in AFC title game; Eagles will host the Commanders in NFC championship game

Associated Press  

Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills will take on Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC championship game for their fourth playoff matchup in five years. The Chiefs have defeated the Bills three straight times in the playoffs, including the conference title game four years ago in Kansas City. It’ll be Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley and the …

Josh Allen and Bills defeat Ravens, will play Chiefs in AFC championship game
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2 months, 1 week ago

Josh Allen and Bills defeat Ravens, will play Chiefs in AFC championship game

LA Times  

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen scrambles with the ball during a 27-25 victory over the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC divisional playoffs on Sunday. Josh Allen rushed for two touchdowns, Buffalo’s defense forced three turnovers and the Bills advanced to the AFC championship game with a 27-25 win over the Baltimore Ravens in a divisional playoff game on Sunday night. …

Championship Sunday first look: Will Josh Allen and Bills finally beat Chiefs?
2 months, 1 week ago

Championship Sunday first look: Will Josh Allen and Bills finally beat Chiefs?

LA Times  

Fourth time’s the charm? The Buffalo Bills secured a spot in the AFC championship game with a 27-25 victory over the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night, setting up a fourth postseason meeting between Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen and his Kansas City counterpart, Patrick Mahomes. At stake is a trip to the Super Bowl, where the Bills haven’t been since making …

Josh Allen, Bills edge Ravens to set up AFC title showdown with Chiefs: Key takeaways
2 months, 1 week ago

Josh Allen, Bills edge Ravens to set up AFC title showdown with Chiefs: Key takeaways

New York Times  

With the aid of a dropped two-point conversion attempt, the Buffalo Bills held on to defeat the Baltimore Ravens, 27-25, on Sunday in the final divisional round game of the weekend. The two-point conversion is no good 😳 📺: #BALvsBUF on CBS 📱: Stream on @NFLPlus and Paramount+ pic.twitter.com/s1DAo0tdm1 — NFL January 20, 2025 The win puts Buffalo in the …

Josh Allen leads balanced offense as Bills dominate Broncos for 31-7 wild-card win
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Josh Allen leads balanced offense as Bills dominate Broncos for 31-7 wild-card win

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills’ spread-the-wealth approach on offense that was so productive in the regular season proved unstoppable in their playoff opener. Whether it was Allen completing a 24-yard touchdown pass to sliding running back Ty Johnson on fourth down, or James Cook racking up 120 yards rushing, including a 5-yard touchdown run, the …

Broncos’ first postseason berth in 9 years has them facing playoff-tested Bills
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Broncos’ first postseason berth in 9 years has them facing playoff-tested Bills

Associated Press  

Denver at Buffalo Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Bills by 9. He’s the first Broncos receiver to top 1,000 yards since 2019, when he had 1,112 yards.. Four of WR Marvin Mims’ six touchdown receptions have come in the past two weeks as he’s caught all 13 passes thrown his way for 154 yards. Lutz was 13-for-13 …

Lowered expectations in April give way to Super Bowl aspirations for Bills entering playoffs
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Lowered expectations in April give way to Super Bowl aspirations for Bills entering playoffs

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — It’s been about nine months since Brandon Beane addressed a skeptical fanbase questioning whether the Bills season was already doomed in the wake of receiver Stefon Diggs being dealt to Houston. Though major hurdles are ahead, starting with Buffalo hosting the Denver Broncos in a wild-card playoff matchup on Sunday, BetMGM Sportsbook currently lists the Bills …

Bengals keep confidence and playoff hopes high as they head for a showdown with Pittsburgh
3 months ago

Bengals keep confidence and playoff hopes high as they head for a showdown with Pittsburgh

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — Saturday’s wild overtime win over the Denver Broncos was the most important in what has been a mostly disappointing season for the Cincinnati Bengals. Not only did the Bengals win their fourth straight for the first time this season and keep their slim playoff hopes alive, but they also finally made enough plays late to win a close …

Playoff hopes in the balance when the Broncos face the Bengals in Cincy
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3 months ago

Playoff hopes in the balance when the Broncos face the Bengals in Cincy

Associated Press  

Denver at Cincinnati Saturday, 4:30 p.m. EST, NFL Network BetMGM NFL Odds: Bengals by 3. Last week: Chargers beat Broncos 34-27; Bengals beat Browns 24-6. The Broncos have scored 166 points in their past five games, their most in a five-game span since 2014.. Zach Allen’s 26 quarterback hits are the most by an interior defensive lineman in the NFL …

Bills seek to lock up AFC’s No. 2 seed in closing home schedule against the Jets
3 months ago

Bills seek to lock up AFC’s No. 2 seed in closing home schedule against the Jets

Associated Press  

New York Jets at Buffalo Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Bills by 9 1/2. … The Bills are getting healthier with starting CB Rasul Douglas practicing fully after missing two games.. Buffalo’s starting safety tandem of Damar Hamlin and Taylor Rapp continue practicing on a limited basis after also missing the past two outings.. Series notes The …

Riding a 3-game win streak, the Bengals cling to playoff hopes with the Broncos next
3 months, 1 week ago

Riding a 3-game win streak, the Bengals cling to playoff hopes with the Broncos next

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — The Cincinnati Bengals took care of business and won three straight games for the first time this season. “We just put ourselves in a position to now play some real meaningful games.. We found a way to get the win and now we can turn our focus to a short week and the Denver Broncos.” What’s working Joe …

Broncos start strong, but blow a late lead and fail to clinch a playoff berth in a tough defeat
3 months, 1 week ago

Broncos start strong, but blow a late lead and fail to clinch a playoff berth in a tough defeat

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — The Denver Broncos had an 11-point lead midway through the third quarter Thursday night as they closed in on a win that would punch their team’s tickets back to the playoffs after an eight-year absence. But we’ve just got to learn from it and come back next week stronger and focus on getting our 10th win.” The …

Bengals still have a slight chance of making the playoffs, but must beat the struggling Browns
3 months, 1 week ago

Bengals still have a slight chance of making the playoffs, but must beat the struggling Browns

Associated Press  

Cleveland at Cincinnati Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Bengals by 7. The Browns haven’t lost the season series to the Bengals since 2017.. Before Cleveland’s recent dominant run, Cincinnati won seven straight and 12 of 15. Stats and stuff The Browns had six turnovers — four picks and two fumbles — last week.. Thompson-Robinson finished last week’s …

5-time defending AFC East champion Bills face Pats in 1st meeting of season between division rivals
3 months, 1 week ago

5-time defending AFC East champion Bills face Pats in 1st meeting of season between division rivals

Associated Press  

New England at Buffalo Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Bills by 14. Key injuries Patriots safety Kyle Dugger, running back JaMycal Hasty and cornerback Marcus Jones all sat out the first practice of the week.. Buffalo might play it safe with LB Matt Milano, who sustained a groin injury last week in his third game after missing …

Lions and Bills meet in matchup of odds-on Super Bowl favorite and a top contender
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Lions and Bills meet in matchup of odds-on Super Bowl favorite and a top contender

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The NFC-leading Detroit Lions are playing the AFC East-leading Buffalo Bills in a marquee, late-season matchup that might be a Super Bowl preview. “There’s no place you’d rather be than playing this type of football, this type of team, in December,” Lions coach Dan Campbell said. “You saw a team that’s fighting for their lives to try to …

Cincinnati Bengals punish error to beat Dallas Cowboys 27-20
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Cincinnati Bengals punish error to beat Dallas Cowboys 27-20

The Independent  

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Bills’ letdowns on defense, special teams and clock management in loss to Rams are all too familiar
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bills’ letdowns on defense, special teams and clock management in loss to Rams are all too familiar

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — There’s plenty of concern and second-guessing to unpack from how the Bills unraveled on defense, special teams and clock management in their loss to the Los Angeles Rams to wonder whether it was premature labeling Buffalo as Super Bowl contenders only a week earlier. The bright side is the loss to the Rams didn’t end the …

Bills’ push for AFC top seed continues with visit to Rams, who need to keep pace in NFC West
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bills’ push for AFC top seed continues with visit to Rams, who need to keep pace in NFC West

Associated Press  

Buffalo at Los Angeles Rams Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL odds: Bills by 3 1/2. … OLB Jared Verse should play despite rolling his ankle in practice Thursday.. TE Tyler Higbee, who sustained a serious knee injury in the NFC wild-card game at Detroit, won’t make his season debut this week despite getting in three full practices. Stats …

Bengals trying to end another 3-game skid in visit to suddenly surging Cowboys
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bengals trying to end another 3-game skid in visit to suddenly surging Cowboys

Associated Press  

Cincinnati at Dallas Monday, 8:15 p.m. EST, ESPN BetMGM NFL Odds: Bengals by 5 1/2. Dallas lost to Houston in Week 11.. Burrow is one of six QBs with at least three consecutive games of 300-plus yards passing and at least three TDs. But Hendrickson does have 4 1/2 sacks in his past four road games and 9 1/2 in …

NFL Week 11 takeaways: Bills make case as AFC’s best team, Bo Nix rookie of the year?
4 months, 2 weeks ago

NFL Week 11 takeaways: Bills make case as AFC’s best team, Bo Nix rookie of the year?

New York Times  

Week 11 Sunday brought a few blowouts and some key missed kicks, but it was highlighted by a couple of classic rivalry games: the Bills knocking off the Chiefs, the Packers surviving in Chicago and the Steelers outlasting the Ravens. I’ll get concerned if the Chiefs and Ravens drop another game next week, but losing in competitive games against very …

Chargers out to continue dominant defensive run against Burrow, Bengals
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers out to continue dominant defensive run against Burrow, Bengals

Associated Press  

Cincinnati at Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EST, NBC/Peacock BetMGM NFL odds: Chargers by 1 1/2. It was Tuipulotu’s second straight game with at least two sacks, and all 5 1/2 of his QB takedowns this season have come over the past three outings. Knowing every successful run also keeps Bengals QB Joe Burrow off the field, the Chargers …

Despite the heroics of Burrow and Chase, 4-6 Bengals let another one slip away with Chargers next
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Despite the heroics of Burrow and Chase, 4-6 Bengals let another one slip away with Chargers next

Associated Press  

CINCINNATI — Even with Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase at their dazzling best, the Cincinnati Bengals couldn’t quite do enough to get a win at Baltimore. Burrow keeps saying the Bengals can be a playoff team, but that’s looking less and less likely as they keep letting the close games slip away. Burrow and Chase, the duo that led Cincinnati …

Colts are counting on QB Joe Flacco to snap 2-game losing streak when Bills come to town
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Colts are counting on QB Joe Flacco to snap 2-game losing streak when Bills come to town

Associated Press  

Buffalo at Indianapolis Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Bills by 4. The Bills are 7-2 or better for the 10th time in franchise history and is seeking its first 8-2 start since 1993.. Buffalo’s magic number to clinch a fifth straight AFC East title is five — a combination of Bills wins and losses by the New …

Ravens, Bengals meet again in a rematch of their overtime thriller from last month
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravens, Bengals meet again in a rematch of their overtime thriller from last month

Associated Press  

Cincinnati at Baltimore Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EST, Amazon Prime. Key injuries Bengals: WR Tee Higgins has missed two games with a quad injury after missing two earlier in the season with a hamstring issue.. OT Orlando Brown has missed two games with a right knee injury.. TE Erick All Jr. injured his knee Sunday and went on IR. … Bengals …

Bengals vs. Raiders: A Crucial Test for Both Teams
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Bengals vs. Raiders: A Crucial Test for Both Teams

Associated Press  

The Bengals and Raiders are locked in a tight battle for the division lead, with both teams trading blows throughout the game. The Bengals' offense has been struggling to run the ball, while the Raiders' passing attack has been inconsistent. The Bengals have a slight edge in turnovers, but the Raiders have a better offensive line and more rushing weapons. …

Bills Prepare to Host Rival Dolphins in Intense AFC East Showdown
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Bills Prepare to Host Rival Dolphins in Intense AFC East Showdown

Associated Press  

The Miami Dolphins are looking to bounce back from a tough 31-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills in their next game. The Bills are coming off a 13-1 record and are looking to extend their winning streak against the Dolphins. The game will be televised on CBS and has a spread of 6. The Dolphins will be without starting safety …

Buffalo Linemen Stepping Up in Crucial Victory Against Seattle
5 months ago

Buffalo Linemen Stepping Up in Crucial Victory Against Seattle

Associated Press  

The Buffalo Bills showcased their physical prowess in a 31-10 victory over the Seattle Seahawks in Orchard Park. The Bills dominated the trenches, limiting the Seahawks to only 32 yards rushing and forcing three-and-outs on their first two possessions. The defense also played a dominant role, forcing two turnovers and holding the Seahawks to a mere 6-yard gain on fourth …

Bengals' Burrow Heating Up, Can Get to .500 with Win Over Eagles
5 months ago

Bengals' Burrow Heating Up, Can Get to .500 with Win Over Eagles

Associated Press  

The Bengals can get to .500 with a win over the Eagles, despite a sluggish start from both teams. Joe Burrow has been doing enough to get wins for the Bengals in the past two games, but the Bengals' defense has been stifling the Eagles' offense. The Bengals have a chance to win this game if they can force turnovers …

Browns and broken offense back home to face Bengals and QB Burrow looking for first win in Cleveland
5 months, 1 week ago

Browns and broken offense back home to face Bengals and QB Burrow looking for first win in Cleveland

Associated Press  

Cincinnati at Cleveland Sunday, 1 p.m., EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Bengals by 4 1/2. Turner was limited this week.. Browns: Cleveland’s offensive line took another hit with backup C Nick Harris breaking his leg last week. The Browns haven’t lost the season series to the Bengals since 2017.. Before Cleveland’s recent dominant run, Cincinnati won seven straight and 12 …

Bills Prepare to Return to Tennessee: Josh Allen's Challenge
5 months, 1 week ago

Bills Prepare to Return to Tennessee: Josh Allen's Challenge

Associated Press  

The Buffalo Bills return home after three road games to host the Tennessee Titans in a crucial AFC East matchup. Josh Allen will be looking to lead the Bills to victory against the Titans, who are looking to bounce back from a tough loss to the Colts. The game is a rematch of the first meeting between the two teams …

Bengals’ overtime defeat vs. Ravens their latest instance of losing at winning time
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Bengals’ overtime defeat vs. Ravens their latest instance of losing at winning time

New York Times  

CINCINNATI — When the season began, the Cincinnati Bengals and Joe Burrow were expected to return to a spot they occupied every healthy year of the franchise quarterback’s career. It’s definitely not disbelief, I know exactly what’s happening.” What’s happening is they are making losing plays at winning time. We can’t keep coming up one play short.” That doesn’t merely …

Bengals offense starting to click entering Week 5 showdown against rival Ravens
6 months ago

Bengals offense starting to click entering Week 5 showdown against rival Ravens

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Despite their 1-3 start, the Cincinnati Bengals are starting to play better with a big challenge set for next week. Second-year back Chase Brown picked up 80 yards on 15 carries and ran for the first two touchdowns of his career in Sunday’s 34-24 win over Carolina, while Zack Moss added 51 yards on the ground and …

Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase looks to exploit Panthers secondary that has allowed 7 TDs in 3 games
6 months ago

Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase looks to exploit Panthers secondary that has allowed 7 TDs in 3 games

Associated Press  

Cincinnati at Carolina Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, Fox. Key matchup Bengals WR Ja’Marr Chase vs. Panthers secondary. Series notes The overall series is tied, but the Panthers have only managed one win against the Bengals in the past five outings, that coming at home in 2018.. … The Panthers have lost five of their past six games at home going …

Josh Allen’s Buffalo Bills look to stay unbeaten when they visit Lamar Jackson’s Baltimore Ravens
6 months ago

Josh Allen’s Buffalo Bills look to stay unbeaten when they visit Lamar Jackson’s Baltimore Ravens

Associated Press  

Buffalo at Baltimore Sunday, 8:20 p.m. EDT, NBC BetMGM NFL Odds: Ravens by 2 1/2 Against the spread: Bills 2-1, Ravens 1-2 Series record: Ravens lead 6-5. Key injuries The Bills ruled out starting linebacker Terrel Bernard, who will miss his second consecutive game with a pectoral injury, and starting nickel CB Taron Johnson, who’s been out since hurting his …

Bills seek 3-0 start for 1st time since 2020 in hosting 0-2 Jaguars on Monday night
6 months, 1 week ago

Bills seek 3-0 start for 1st time since 2020 in hosting 0-2 Jaguars on Monday night

Associated Press  

Jacksonville at Buffalo Monday, 7:30 p.m. EDT, ESPN BetMGM NFL Odds: Bills by 5 1/2. Stats and stuff Four Jaguars players and coaches will be making a return to Buffalo: WR Gabe Davis, C Mitch Morse, special teams coordinator Heath Farwell and receivers coach Chad Hall.. Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence is 2-0 against the Bills. He has eight TDs and …

Bills efficiently come together in beating Dolphins despite a short week and injury to Bernard
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Bills efficiently come together in beating Dolphins despite a short week and injury to Bernard

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — It wasn’t simply one aspect of football that the Buffalo Bills had working for them in their latest convincing win over the AFC East rival Miami Dolphins. The Bills defense was keyed by third-year bit player Ja’Marcus Ingram, who had two interceptions — including one returned 31 yards for a touchdown in his seventh career game. …

Steelers-Bills playoff game moved to Monday as Buffalo area hit by potentially dangerous snowstorm
1 year, 2 months ago

Steelers-Bills playoff game moved to Monday as Buffalo area hit by potentially dangerous snowstorm

Associated Press  

BUFFALO, N.Y. — A potentially dangerous snowstorm that hit the Buffalo region on Saturday led the NFL to push back the Bills’ wild-card playoff game against the Pittsburgh Steelers from Sunday to Monday. Kathy Hochul in the best interest of public safety, and with the Buffalo Bills and the Pittsburgh Steelers, as the region prepares for the storm,” the NFL …

Bills and Steelers, both counted out a month ago, to meet in playoffs after late-season rallies
1 year, 2 months ago

Bills and Steelers, both counted out a month ago, to meet in playoffs after late-season rallies

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Stefon Diggs can’t speak to how Buffalo’s opening-round playoff opponent, the Pittsburgh Steelers, turned around their season and secured the AFC’s seventh and final playoff berth on the final weekend. “Four more” is what Diggs whispered into quarterback Josh Allen’s ear on Sunday, after the Bills capped an unlikely run by beating Miami. “That’s been the …

Bills host Steelers in AFC wild-card matchup of surging teams
1 year, 2 months ago

Bills host Steelers in AFC wild-card matchup of surging teams

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH at BUFFALO Sunday 1 p.m. EST, CBS OPENING LINE: Bills by 10, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. STEELERS PLAYER TO WATCH: QB Mason Rudolph’s unlikely late-season emergence helped Pittsburgh rip off three straight wins to reach the playoffs for the 11th time in coach Mike Tomlin’s 17 seasons. And the Steelers beat Buffalo in the divisional round of the ’95 …

Bills show ability to overcome their flaws by rolling into playoff meeting against Steelers
1 year, 2 months ago

Bills show ability to overcome their flaws by rolling into playoff meeting against Steelers

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Let’s dispense with predictions, because enough people — Buffalo Bills fans included — already have been proven wrong by a team that has defied the odds and the eye test by earning a playoff berth, never mind the AFC’s No. All it takes for proof is the montage of national media naysayers spliced together in a …

Analysis: Bills, Cowboys were the NFL’s biggest winners in Week 18, securing the No. 2 seeds
1 year, 2 months ago

Analysis: Bills, Cowboys were the NFL’s biggest winners in Week 18, securing the No. 2 seeds

Associated Press  

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. Matthew Stafford watched Carson Wentz lead the Rams to a comeback win over the 49ers to clinch the NFC’s sixth seed. Lions coach Dan Campbell said “it’s not good news ” but not as bad as it seemed when LaPorta was carted to the locker room. The …

Steelers move a step closer to playoffs with win over Ravens
1 year, 2 months ago

Steelers move a step closer to playoffs with win over Ravens

LA Times  

Mason Rudolph threw a 71-yard touchdown pass to Diontae Johnson on the first play of the fourth quarter, and the Pittsburgh Steelers took a step toward the postseason with a 17-10 victory over the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday. After Baltimore’s Gus Edwards lost a fumble, the Steelers kicked a field goal with 3:13 remaining. The Ravens didn’t manage a first …

Bills looking to clinch AFC East, playoff berth against a Dolphins team they’ve dominated recently
1 year, 2 months ago

Bills looking to clinch AFC East, playoff berth against a Dolphins team they’ve dominated recently

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The only thing that stands in the way of a fourth straight AFC East title for the Buffalo Bills is a Miami Dolphins team they’ve beaten nine times in their past 10 meetings. “It’s been survive and advance, win or go home.” There’s much more at stake this week than when the Bills beat Miami 48-20 …

Dolphins and Bills meet in Sunday night showdown that will decide AFC East
1 year, 2 months ago

Dolphins and Bills meet in Sunday night showdown that will decide AFC East

Associated Press  

BUFFALO at MIAMI Sunday 8:20 p.m. EST, NBC OPENING LINE: Bills by 3, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. The Dolphins dominated the Bills in the 1970s by going 20-0 against their division rival, which still stands as the NFL’s longest winning streak against one opponent.. Josh Allen threw for 320 yards and four touchdowns in Buffalo’s win over Miami in Week …

Buffalo Bills overcome deficiencies, missteps to set up showdown at Miami for AFC East title
1 year, 2 months ago

Buffalo Bills overcome deficiencies, missteps to set up showdown at Miami for AFC East title

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Don’t count the Buffalo Bills out of — or into — the playoffs just yet. Diggs’ production also dropped toward the end of last season, and the receiver declined to speak to the media for the final three weeks and playoffs. That’s been only half the problem for Diggs in the past three outings, during which …

The Bills look like playoff contenders again. Now they have to prove it over their final 3 games
1 year, 3 months ago

The Bills look like playoff contenders again. Now they have to prove it over their final 3 games

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Given up for done after consecutive losses in early November, the Buffalo Bills have their fans clambering back onto the bandwagon and checking out the latest playoff projection simulators to verify what their eyes apparently fail to see: a bona fide contender. And the team could have made it easier by not blowing late leads to …

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