‘The Bills kicker missed a short 27-yard field goal that would have put Buffalo up three scores late. He also had a 49-yarder blocked, and mis-hit the game’s opening kickoff, causing a squib-kick to the Steelers 9-yard line.’
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Buffalo Bills defeat Pittsburgh Steelers 31-17, will play Kansas City Chiefs in the Divisional Round
‘The Bills didn’t show any rust and got off to a hot start.’
Big plays fuel Bills win against Steelers
‘The other big moment came from second-year wide receiver Khalil Shakir. The wideout continues to be a reliable option, and on Monday, he gave his team a nice two-touchdown cushion.’
‘That’s how we roll’: Private parking lot owners spend day digging out snow for Buffalo Bills fans
‘“If you don’t have the heavy-duty equipment today, you are in trouble.”’
4 Observations: Bills limp into divisional round after physical win in snowy stadium
‘The Bills defense put together a solid performance despite mounting injuries in what has become a weekly storyline. Terrel Bernard left the game on a cart with an ankle injury and was ruled out for the game. The middle linebacker is Sean McDermott’s mouthpiece in the huddle. Later in the game, Taron Johnson left the field, was evaluated for a head injury and didn’t return. Christian Benford was knocked out of the game with a knee injury early on. The Bills came into the game already missing several starters. At one point in the game, A.J. Klein and Dorian Williams were at linebacker, with Kaiir Elam and Dane Jackson at cornerback and Cam Lewis in the slot cornerback spot. Sean McDermott and his staff duct taped the defense together and found a way to get the job done.’
Bills to host Kansas City Chiefs in Divisional Round after 31-17 win over Steelers
‘The game will mark the first true road playoff game of Patrick Mahomes’ career. The Chiefs star quarterback has played in 15 career playoff games, but every one has been at home or at a neutral site for the Super Bowl.’
Decades of dynasties with a desire to win: The connection between the ’60s, ’90s and ’20s Buffalo Bills
‘Some fans had a taste or two of a championship run, and others are still waiting for their chance to experience that thrill. Through the ups and downs of this team, family stories have been passed down and superstitions shared, cultivating new generations of fans when the team wasn’t at its best. Even when it didn’t see the playoffs for 17 years, Bills Mafia stood by, anxiously waiting for a new era of greatness rooted in the foundation created by their grandparents.’
Bills freeze Steelers post-season run with 31-17 win over Pittsburgh
‘Buffalo knew they were up against a gritty team, led by one of the most successful coaches in the league. The Bills braced the chilly conditions and pulled out a win to extend their postseason run.’
Bills TE Dawson Knox opens scoring during playoff game with touchdown for fourth consecutive year
‘Knox notched the first TD for the Bills last year against the Miami Dolphins in the wildcard round, in 2021 against the New England Patriots, and in 2020 against the Indianapolis Colts.’
Bills vs. Steelers: Carucci Take 2 on the game
‘Poor opponent or not, the Bills shook off the disruption of the winter blast that forced the game to move from Sunday at 1 p.m. to Monday at 4:30 p.m., and had the look of a team more than capable of a deep postseason run. Snow fell on the stadium until 4 a.m. Monday, forcing a massive effort by team personnel and shovlers hired overnight to allow the game to be played in front of more than 70,000 fans.’
Celebrate the Bills win with a bagel
‘Power City Eatery in Niagara Falls has created a fun twist on a basic breakfast favorite with the creation of their Bills bagels. The Bills themed bagel is triple layers of red, white, and blue perfect for those celebrating the big win.’
Bills handle business, advance to divisional round
‘The Bills had to wait an extra day and shovel out tons of snow, but all the effort resulted in another home playoff win 31-14 over the Steelers.’
Thad Brown: Bills supporting cast could be Super
‘Really, the Bills identity is a roster that can contribute all the way from 1-53. This isn’t a new identity. It’s who the Bills have been for years under Sean McDermott.’
Bills beat Steelers in wild-card showdown, will host Chiefs in second round of playoffs
‘Allen played a strong game for Buffalo, going 21 of 30 through the air for 203 yards and three touchdowns. He added 74 yards on the ground, including an electric 52-yard touchdown run.’
Bills fans unfazed by winter weather ahead of rescheduled playoff game
‘Fans brought shovels inside to clear the stands for themselves and fellow fans. Many of them said they wouldn’t miss this playoff game for anything, no matter how cold it is.’