‘“Pray hard,” Babich said with a smile. “We just got to sit down as a staff and come up with a plan. You know this is the Kansas City Chiefs, and we know what they’ve done in the postseason. We know what they’ve done to us in the postseason, sent us home multiple times. So we got to do a great job of putting together the best plan, and not only to handle all the weapons that they do have because they have a tremendous amount of weapons, but one that our guys are able to execute.”’
BillsBeat - January 23, 2025
Buffalo Bills injury report: Updates on key defenders worrisome
‘The team’s best cornerback, Christian Benford, remains in concussion protocol; perhaps its best linebacker, Matt Milano, is battling hamstring soreness; and its best safety, Taylor Rapp, has a hip injury.’
State & Union: Bills Mafia and what makes WNY truly great
‘“It is incredible to see that level of support and compassion. And we so appreciate the fundraiser for doing this. It’s incredible,” she added. “I know that must have been a very difficult situation, but I hope (Andrews) sees the good in that too. And we cannot thank him enough for how he has been such a strong supporter of our organization.”’
Matt Milano update: Bills star linebacker has sore hamstring ahead of AFC title game vs. Chiefs
‘The hamstring issue comes at a horrible time for the Bills and Milano, who has played excellent football in the past two playoff games. He made several important plays against the Ravens, including a pass breakup on Lamar Jackson’s two-point conversion attempt in the third quarter of Buffalo’s 27-25 victory.’
Why Peyton Manning hopes that this is the year Bills’ Josh Allen wins it all
‘“Josh, kind of like Lamar, I hate it because both of them can’t make it to the Super Bowl this year and I feel like both of them deserve to go,” Manning told Clark. “And people are going to say about one of them, ‘Eh, they can’t do it.’ I mean I lived that world, right? My first eight years, that’s what I lived, right? I know Josh hears that from time to time. ‘He does these great things, but…’ I’d love for him to get rid of the but and I’d love for him to get down to New Orleans… Both he and Lamar deserve that chance to play in the Super Bowl.”’
Updates on Milano, Benford, Rapp following Bills' first day of practice leading into AFC title game
‘Linebacker Matt Milano (hamstring) was a limited participant, as was cornerback Christian Benford, who continues to work through the concussion protocol. One player missed Wednesday’s practice, which was a walk-thru, as safety Taylor Rapp has yet to return to action since being carted off the field due to a hip injury sustained against the Baltimore Ravens this past Sunday.’
Bills run game riding a stop-us-if-you-can approach to the doorstep of the Super Bowl
‘“Joe just does such a great job of presenting a similar picture to the defense that ends up being very different,” said Edwards, who won a Super Bowl with the Rams in 2021. “So it could be one of multiple things that a defense has to prepare for. And I would even say from the start of this year to now, the run menu has expanded.”’
Bills WR Amari Cooper putting wins over production in first trip to an NFL championship game
‘“I’m very satisfied,” Cooper said Wednesday. “I’ve never been this far in the playoffs. Obviously every receiver wants to have 10-20 catches a game. But that’s not always how the cookie crumbles. And it’s not always the most beneficial thing for the team, force-feeding one guy the ball just for the sake of that. Winning is obviously way more important.”’
Buffalo Bills: Having another shot at the Chiefs
‘This year’s Bills have the ability. They can prove it to the nation this weekend. Get ready for the ride.’
Buffalo Bills Mafia raises over $70Gs for rival player's charity
‘Well, to say that the goal has been achieved would be a wild understatement.’
Thursday's Kansas City Coverage
Patrick Mahomes dismisses talk of Chiefs getting help from refs but regrets flop attempt (Kansas City Star)
Chiefs’ Andy Reid wins AFC Coach of Year award, but KC’s 101 Awards banquet is no more (Kansas City Star)
Don’t hate them because they’re beautiful: How KC Chiefs became ‘Public Enemy No. 1’ (Kansas City Star)
Three ways KC Chiefs have changed since their regular-season loss at Buffalo Bills (Kansas City Star)
Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen to join shortlist of quarterbacks to meet four times in playoffs (Kansas City Star)
If Chiefs beat the Bills in AFC Championship Game, a bettor will win $1 million (Kansas City Star)
How much does it cost to go to a Chiefs playoff game? Fans share their expenses (Kansas City Star)
NFL officiating under scrutiny after flags for Texans’ hits on Patrick Mahomes (Washington Post)
Patrick Mahomes responds to NFL refereeing favoritism allegations after questionable penalties (New York Post)
Patrick Mahomes could force NFL to create flopping rule — with one play being scrutinized (New York Post)
Patrick Mahomes sends poignant message to ‘legend’ Travis Kelce ahead of AFC Championship as retirement questions loom (New York Post)
Travis Kelce reacts to Lil Wayne accusing the Kansas City Chiefs of ‘cheating’ against Houston Texans in playoff game (New York Post)
Andy Reid and the Chiefs are chasing history, but the Bills and two former Utes stand in the way (Salt Lake City Deseret News)
NFL’s most hated? Chiefs are stirring plenty of contempt in Super Bowl three-peat push (USA Today)
Chiefs, Bills know each other well. DeAndre Hopkins could be X-factor for Super Bowl bid (USA Today)
Patrick Mahomes on whether NFL officials favor the Chiefs: ‘The referees are doing their best’ (AP)
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has grown and matured over the years, both on and off the field (AP)
Patrick Mahomes addresses flopping and referee favoritism allegations after outrage over penalties (Fox News)
Travis Kelce refuses to speak about penalties against Texans for hits on Patrick Mahomes as fans rage (Fox News)
Ravens star pleads for somebody to beat Chiefs: ‘We can’t let them keep getting away with this’ (Fox News)
Travis Kelce’s ex-girlfriend says she would ‘love’ for Bills to beat Chiefs (Fox News)
Chiefs Superstar Travis Kelce Has Dominated Bills In The Playoffs (Forbes)
Patrick Mahomes disagrees Chiefs are getting favorable calls (ESPN)
Chiefs’ absurd penalty streak in playoffs does little to dispel notion that referees favor Kansas City (CBS Sports)
Patrick Mahomes on perception of Chiefs’ preferential officiating treatment: Players decide games, not calls (CBS Sports)
Ravens’ Marlon Humphrey is rooting for anyone to beat the Chiefs: ‘Can’t let them keep getting away with this’ (CBS Sports)
Why all the hate for Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs is only making them stronger (Fox Sports)
Bills’ Von Miller Compared Patrick Mahomes to Kobe Bryant Ahead of AFC Championship (SI)
Shocking ESPN Graphic Shows Just How Much Refs Have Favored Chiefs in the Playoffs (SI)
Stephen A. Smith: Patrick Mahomes Threepeat Would Cement Him as Greatest QB Ever (SI)
Patrick Mahomes Had ‘Awesome’ Reaction to Caitlin Clark Watching Chiefs’ Playoff Game (SI)
Patrick Mahomes Candidly Addressed Controversial Calls in Chiefs’ Win vs. Texans (SI)
Chiefs Super Bowl hero, Pro Bowler not expected to return for playoff run (The Sporting News)
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes addresses flopping allegations: ‘… I probably shouldn’t have done that’ (The Sporting News)
‘I have to play my best football’: Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes prepares for AFC Championship rematch vs. Bills (KHSB-TV)
‘We’ll cook our Buffalo meat’: KC Buffalo Co. cashes in on Chiefs-Bills rivalry (KHSB-TV)
Chiefs are four quarters away from NFL history (KCTV-TV)
Reid: Chiefs won’t activate Hardman due to knee injury (KCTV-TV)
Bills Pro Bowl LB Matt Milano among those limited in practice for AFC Championship Game (KCTV-TV)
Andy Reid named AFC Coach of the Year, winningest NFL coach in history (KCTV-TV)
Patrick Mahomes on whether NFL officials favor the Chiefs: ‘The referees are doing their best’ (KCTV-TV)
Mahomes on possibility Kelce retires: ‘Appreciate every time on field with him’ (KCTV-TV)
Fans expected to travel nearly 550 miles to watch AFC Championship in KC (KCTV-TV)
Siblings wager charity donation on Chiefs-Bills AFC Championship Game outcome (KCTV-TV)
Andy Reid named AFC Coach of the Year for annual NFL 101 Awards (KDAF-TV)
Kansas City artists craft Arrowhead Stadium replica made from cake (KDAF-TV)
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid earns AFC honor (KMBC-TV)
Mahomes on controversial calls in Chiefs-Texans: ‘There were a lot of other plays that really decided the outcome’ (KFNZ-FM)
Reid, Mahomes Quotes: Jan 22 (WHB-AM)
AFC Championship Injury Report | Chiefs vs. Bills (Chiefs.com)
Bills fans create $60,000 charity fundraiser to support Ravens TE Mark Andrews
‘Over the last few days, the Bills fan community has come together to raise over $60,000 (at the time of writing) for Breakthrough T1D, a non-profit organization devoted to Type 1 diabetes research and advocacy and a charity that Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews has supported in the past.’
Amari Cooper finds satisfaction with Bills, trading personal production for team success
‘“I’m very satisfied. I’ve never been this far in the playoffs,” Cooper said following practice Wednesday as the Bills prepare to play the top-seeded and two-time defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday.’
Bills fans raise nearly $80,000 for charitable cause of Ravens’ Andrews after dropped 2-point try
‘In a matter of 24 hours, Howard went from being in the stands, cheering the Bills to a 27-25 win over Baltimore in a divisional playoff on Sunday, to starting the fundraiser. He did so in response to Andrews being the focus of criticism, including receiving death threats, on social media in the aftermath of him losing a fumble and dropping a potential game-tying 2-point conversion with 1:33 left.’
How the Bills channeled the Tom Brady-Bill Belichick 'Patriot Way' on their way to AFC title game vs. Chiefs
‘That term means something different to everyone, both good and bad. My interpretation of the “Patriot Way” is the ability to beat teams with complete rosters rather than top-heavy ones, do the little things right, not beat yourself and capitalize on an opponent’s mistakes.’