‘Allen-Mahomes, since they first faced off in October 2020, has been a wonderful thing. For pro football. For the cities. For the franchises. And for the quarterbacks. Seven games in, it’s a rivalry that has helped propel both players to stardom – and in Mahomes’ case, three Super Bowl titles.’
Archives for November 17, 2024
Bills-Chiefs numbers to know: These 4 stats could shape Buffalo’s game vs. Kansas City
12 – Living dangerously is no problem for the Chiefs. Kansas City has 12 straight wins in one-possession games, and the Chiefs have won nine straight when they face a second-half deficit. The Bills are 3-1 in one-score games this year and were 6-7 last season.’
A first for CBS’ NFL coverage: Taking pregame show on road for regular-season game
‘“(Chiefs-Bills) was the No. 1 game on our list because of the star power, the history, the rivalry and the incredible games between these two teams,” Berson said. “We’re the home of the AFC and we’ve been telling this (Mahomes-Allen) story and we wanted to continue to be the place that tells that story.”’
Bills Mailbag: Who is next for a contract extension?
‘The Bills have 16 pending unrestricted free agents, but just three would be considered starters: Wide receiver Amari Cooper, cornerback Rasul Douglas and safety Damar Hamlin.’
Bills vs Chiefs prediction, keys to NFL’s biggest game of the year
‘Sal’s prediction: Bills 23, Chiefs 20.’
What channel is the Bills game on? How to watch Buffalo Bills vs Kansas City Chiefs
‘There is speculation Bills-Chiefs could draw a bigger audience than the 29.2 million viewers who tuned in to NBC for the NFL season opener between the Chiefs and Ravens which is to date the largest viewership this season.’
Five Takes: Can Bills slow Chiefs budding passing game? Will BUF inch closer toward claiming 1 seed?
‘Without Coleman and Kincaid, the Bills expect to get WR Amari Cooper back after a two-game absence, as the veteran’s recovery from a wrist injury appears to have progressed to a point that will allow him to suit up against the Chiefs. With that said, it remains to be seen how much Cooper will be able to contribute, as he appears set to play with the heavy wrap that remains on his injured right wrist.’
Bills vs. Chiefs Week 11 preview: Top storylines, injury reports, broadcast details
‘According to the National Weather Service, it will be a beautiful day in November for some football. The temperature at kickoff will be around 55 degrees with light winds of 3 to 8 miles-per-hour. No precipitation is expected.’
Four Downs: How many answers can Bills offense conjure up against stingy Chiefs defense?
‘Khalil Shakir is currently Allen’s most trusted option, but if Cooper is also sidelined, the Bills will once again play with a receiving corps that includes Mack Hollins, Curtis Samuel, Tyrell Shavers and Jalen Virgil. Chiefs standout cornerback Trent McDuffie has moved from the slot to outside this season, but it wouldn’t be a shock if he matched up with Shakir.’
Sunday’s Kansas City Coverage
Travis Kelce makes promise to Chiefs fans: ‘We’re gonna start putting points up’ (Kansas City Star)
Why Chiefs — like Patrick Mahomes — believe Xavier Worthy is on verge of a breakout (Kansas City Star)
The Kansas City Chiefs have questions at left tackle again — but there’s an answer (Kansas City Star)
What’s the secret behind Steve Spagnuolo’s defense? We asked 11 Chiefs to find out (Kansas City Star)
Chiefs have been 9-0 before, but this time could be different for KC. Here’s why (Kansas City Star)
The Chiefs are living rent-free in their opponents’ heads. Next up: Buffalo Bills (Kansas City Star)
Chiefs’ Chris Jones endears himself to Bills fans with defense of their chicken wings (Kansas City Star)
What to watch as Chiefs visit Bills: Is Mahomes-Allen the NFL’s best QB rivalry? (Kansas City Star)
Chiefs-Bills prediction: Two factors I can’t ignore when making KC-Buffalo pick (Kansas City Star)
CBS Sports is treating Chiefs-Bills game on Sunday like it’s a postseason contest (Kansas City Star)
Chiefs’ Trey Smith, Andy Reid appear in new trailer for Hallmark Christmas movie (Kansas City Star)
Taylor Swift, Kelce Family Was ‘Shocked’ at Bills Mafia ‘Ruthlessness’ Last Year (SI)
Five Things to Watch on Sunday | Chiefs vs. Bills (Chiefs.com)
How to Watch and Listen | Week 11: Chiefs vs. Bills (Chiefs.com)
Josh Allen and the art of being The Man
‘For years, Allen has been Buffalo’s Atlas — carrying the franchise, if not the entire city — and yet he has taken on even more responsibility in his seventh season. His constant quest for improvement has yielded a quarterback playing at the highest level of an awing career. After an offseason in which the Bills reset their roster, Allen has led them to back to the upper reaches of contention and mounted the league’s strongest challenge to Lamar Jackson’s MVP hegemony.’
Chiefs vs. Bills showdown: CBS Sports NFL analyst Nate Burleson breaks down most anticipated game of season
‘”With Keon Coleman being banged up, that’s tough. I’d love to see him play in this one. At the same time, you got guys like Dalton Kincaid, who can also move the chains. I do feel like they have stocked up and they are better at this position than they have been in quite some time. It’s different when you have a Stefon Diggs, a true No. 1 who is a dominant force all on his own — then have a group of guys that can all do the same thing collectively. I do feel like they have that as long as the guys are healthy.”‘
Bills vs. Chiefs where to watch: NFL kickoff time, TV channel, live stream, odds, pick for AFC showdown
‘Of the past six meetings between the AFC heavyweights, five have either been one-score contests, playoff matchups, or both. Of the postseason games in that span, one was an AFC championship, another went to overtime, and another came down to a missed field goal.’
Josh Allen to host Saturday Night Live? One cast member wants it
‘“I mean, I think we’d all want to work with Josh Allen, too. Loosen him up, get him giggly, that would be fun. He’s welcome any time,” Gardner said.’
Newest Bills DT fined for being a menace
‘Phillips only recorded two solo tackles. But, as reported by ESPN’s Alaina Getzenberg, “Bills DT Jordan Phillips was fined $6,722 for unsportsmanlike conduct (taunting) in the second quarter vs. the Colts. This was not called during the game and the Bills offense was on the field at the time.”‘