‘The Bills finished with a 38-20 victory over the Chiefs, and it was all Buffalo the entire time.’
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Bills defense proves early season success was no fluke as it dominates Patrick Mahomes and Chiefs
‘That’s why Mahomes’ favorite target, Tyreek Hill wasn’t nearly as productive as he can be. The Bills held Hill to just seven catches for 63 yards. A big reason for that is the job Taron Johnson did in coverage on Hill most of the night. Johnson led the Bills with 12 tackles and a pass breakup, fresh off signing a three-year contract extension over the weekend.’
Even Josh Allen’s teammates amazed by his play vs. Chiefs: “He was on a whole other level”
‘“Yeah we needed it so that was good to see. I thought Josh made some unbelievable plays during that drive but he didn’t do it by himself either so we needed that drive. Momentum was shifting a little bit there and we got it when we needed it,” McDermott said.’
4 Observations: Bills dominant in win over Chiefs 38-20
‘After the loss in the conference championship game, Bills general manager Brandon Beane was clear about the adjustments that needed to be made to the roster in order to beat Kansas City. The Bills needed to find a way to get more pressure on the Patrick Mahomes and that meant adding more talent to the defensive line. The Bills spent their top 2 draft picks on defensive lineman who had an impact against the Chiefs. Greg Rousseau had 5 tackles, a sack and an interception. Carlos “Boogie” Bashman added 3 tackles and half a sack. The Bills were able to rush four nearly the entire game and it felt like Mahomes was never comfortable in the pocket.’
Buffalo Bills arrive back in WNY after victory in Kansas City
‘The Bills Mafia packed the fences at the Buffalo-Niagara International Airport to welcome the team home after their 38-20 victory.’
Worth the wait: Bills make statement, beat Chiefs in Kansas City
‘Allen scored the Bills’ first points on a 9-yard run in the first quarter, then connected with Emmanuel Sanders and Dawson Knox on two long touchdown passes in the second quarter. The score to Sanders covered 35 yards, and the one to Knox spanned 53 yards.’
Carucci Take2: Bills make it clear they’re now the top dog of the AFC
‘The Bills clearly were the better team in every respect Sunday night. Their smothering defense made the NFL’s best offense look ordinary. Their offense found big play after big play against the Chiefs’ porous defense.’
Chippewa Street hosts even bigger Bills Block Party second time around
‘Business owners from Soho, 67 West, Rec Room, Local Kitchen & Bar, Buffalo Taphouse, and Bottoms UP came together to pull off the watch party with the city’s support.’
Part 2: Bills receiver Stefon Diggs goes 1-on-1 with Ashley Holder
‘I’m right where I need to be, and where we need to be. As a unit we have a lot of guys that can have success, so for me, I just have to continue my job, even if its away from the ball, trying to create things for other guys and making plays when they do come my way. Everything isn’t going to be perfect, so for me, I’m going to try get better pushing forward and well see where we end up.’
Bills fans welcome team back at the airport
‘Chants of “MVP” were heard when quarterback Josh Allen came into view. Many of the players stopped and waved to the fans who came out to support them.’
Bills get signature win, take down Chiefs in AFC Championship Game rematch
‘Not even a lengthy weather delay of over an hour at halftime could stop the Bills as they overcame both the Chiefs and the lightning in the victory.’
Bills leave no doubt who is number one now
‘The real disparity is on defense. The Bills have a very good one. The Chiefs have a very bad one.’
Bills game brings much needed business to bars/restaurants after months of struggle
‘It was a good night for Bills fans — but also local business to bounce back amid the pandemic.’
Bills blast Chiefs in weather-delayed, statement game
‘Josh Allen put together an explosive first half and the defense rattled Patrick Mahomes the entire night. Even a 91-minute halftime weather delay due to lightning and heavy rain did not derail the Bills from a massive regular season win 38-20.’
Bills break team points record with win over Chiefs
‘The Bills have wracked up 127 points so far, the most over in the first five games of any season in team history and in seven of the previous eight games dating back to last season, Buffalo has scored 35 points or more. They join the 2012 Broncos as the only other team in NFL history to do that.’