Archives for January 24, 2021

‘“Think about 17 years. We changed the culture. That’s what it was about,” Waufle said. “All of a sudden we had a chance to go to Jacksonville and play in a playoff game. It didn’t work out that day, but it all started then.’

‘“We’re going to keep it up for at least a week. As long as the Bills are alive, we’ll keep it up. If they’re successful Sunday and play in the Super Bowl, we’ll keep it up a little bit longer,” Buckley said.’

‘“From day one, coach McDermott came in and set the expectations for the organizations and how the staff can support the team, and same with (General Manager) Brandon (Beane),” Teague said.’

‘His love affair with the Bills started before he was born. His father wouldn’t drive his pregnant mother to the hospital until a particular Bills game had ended — and this was a preseason game.’

‘In hindsight, despite Mahomes’ continuing singular magic, the Bills would probably make that trade again.’

‘Buffalo’s 397 first downs were tied for the most in the NFL with the Chiefs.’

Patrick Mahomes’ last injury prompted Chiefs play-calling changes. This one can’t. (Kansas City Star)
With Super Bowl on line, Chiefs know they face a different Bills team Sunday evening (Kansas City Star)
Patrick Mahomes has been gifted motivation he definitely did not need (Kansas City Star)
Patrick Mahomes’ return reflects both being ‘special type of human’ and Chiefs’ luck (Kansas City Star)
Tyreek Hill’s game is so much more than mere speed … or being a ‘return specialist’ (Kansas City Star)
Desire to be great: Why Chiefs’ Travis Kelce, Tyreek Hill are elite receiving targets (Kansas City Star)
This could be key to Chiefs’ success vs. Bills (stop us if you’ve heard this before) (Kansas City Star)
Seven things to know about Chiefs’ AFC Championship Game opponent: Buffalo Bills (Kansas City Star)
When it comes to AFC title-game experience, the Chiefs have a big edge over the Bills (Kansas City Star)
Chiefs’ keys vs. Bills: What Andy Reid & Co. need to do to reach the Super Bowl again (Kansas City Star)
Why Andy Reid is beloved for reviving the Kansas City Chiefs … but for much more, too (Kansas City Star)
Let’s unpack the many colorful colors of Chiefs coach Reid’s Hawaiian shirt collection (Kansas City Star)
One fourth-down decision tells you all you need to know about Chiefs coach Andy Reid (Kansas City Star)
How a great sense of humor factors into Andy Reid’s winning ways (and it truly does) (Kansas City Star)
Andy Reid takes his food just about as seriously as he takes winning NFL championships (Kansas City Star)
Here’s a little secret for you: Andy Reid’s perfect prime rib recipe (plus a bonus tip) (Kansas City Star)
Chiefs coach Andy Reid has his fingerprints throughout the NFL. Here’s what we mean (Kansas City Star)
The numbers add up: A case for Andy Reid among the NFL’s all-time great coaches (Kansas City Star)
Here is how Chiefs coach Andy Reid has fared against all 32 NFL teams in his career (Kansas City Star)
Andy Reid’s approach with Chiefs began to take shape when he was a youngster in L.A. (Kansas City Star)
One from The Star’s vault: Did you know Chiefs’ Reid dreamed of being a sportswriter? (Kansas City Star)
Chiefs-Bills prediction: Offense hasn’t been itself, but Chiefs’ defense is rising (Kansas City Star)
Will Bills employ same defensive strategy against Chiefs, hoping for different result? (Kansas City Star)
Local businesses prepare for AFC game (Saint Joseph News Press)
Chiefs’ Mathieu Making Most Of Opportunity In Kansas City (AP)
Column: Mahomes ‘Cleared’ For Big Game. What Could Go Wrong? (AP)
Kansas City Chiefs CB Bashaud Breeland clears concussion protocol (ESPN)
Source: Kansas City Chiefs RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire likely to play vs. Buffalo Bills (ESPN)
Why Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes is the premier practitioner of the free play (ESPN)
2021 AFC Championship: Here’s how Andy Reid’s initial staff with 1999 Eagles is still impacting the NFL today (CBS Sports)
What channel is Bills vs. Chiefs on today? Time, TV schedule for AFC championship game (The Sporting News)
Bills vs. Chiefs picks, predictions against spread: Why Kansas City will advance to Super Bowl 55 (The Sporting News)
Why does Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker keep missing extra points? (The Sporting News)
Patrick Mahomes vs. Josh Allen: Which QB has the strongest arm in the NFL? (The Sporting News)
Tyreek Hill’s deep crossing routes give Chiefs a near-unstoppable weapon (The Sporting News)
Bills vs. Chiefs odds, predictions, betting trends for 2021 AFC championship game (The Sporting News)
How many Super Bowls have the Chiefs won? History of Kansas City’s big game appearances (The Sporting News)
Nick Jacobs’ Gameplan: Keeping the Lamar Hunt trophy (KSHB-TV)
Kansas City Chiefs fans eager to witness history as team hosts 3rd straight AFC Championship (KSHB-TV)
Medical professionals believe Chiefs are good for our mental health (KSHB-TV)
Breeland clears concussion protocol (WDAF-TV)
Buffalo Bills arrive in Kansas City ahead of AFC Championship (WDAF-TV)
Kansas City and Buffalo mayors place bet on AFC title game (WDAF-TV)
Local shop owners benefit from selling Chiefs apparel during playoffs (WDAF-TV)
In the heart of Buffalo, member of the Chiefs Kingdom operates bar (KCTV-TV)
How to Watch and Listen | AFC Championship Game: Chiefs vs. Bills (Chiefs.com)

‘Still, this is a delicious, delectable matchup. This is Mahomes, who will likely lose out on MVP of the season to Aaron Rodgers but is unquestionably MVP of the sport, matching up with Allen, who this year has emerged as a quarterback who isn’t just every bit as productive as Mahomes but also every bit as entertaining.’

‘But this game is about more than two of the best quarterbacks in the league, both legitimate MVP candidates.’

‘Chiefs 31, Bills 27.’

‘The Giants had the second pick. The Jets had the third pick. The Bills had the seventh pick in 2018. All three teams needed a quarterback.’