‘The next challenge is just as tough, probably tougher. The Baltimore Ravens’ defense allowed the fewest rushing yards in the NFL this season (80 per game) and the lowest average per carry (3.55). Baltimore ranked second to Denver in sacks with 54 and allowed the fewest passing yards per game over the final seven weeks of the regular season.’
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Bills could be home playoff underdog for first time since 1967
‘According to the website sportsoddshistory.com, the last time the Bills were a home playoff underdog was Jan. 1, 1967, when the Kansas City Chiefs were a 3½-point favorite and won the AFL championship game 31-7 at War Memorial Stadium. The Chiefs would lose Super Bowl I to the Green Bay Packers 35-10 two weeks later.’
Another high stakes, yet affordable Bills home playoff game on horizon
‘Fans can get into Highmark Stadium for Sunday’s game for a little under $200.’
Bills used criticism about defense as fuel to beat down Broncos and may again against Ravens
‘Of course, the questions were perfectly fair because at times the Bills were not a good run defense and they finished the regular season ranked tied for 18th in the NFL in yards allowed per carry (4.5), and their 62 runs of at least 10 yards were the ninth-most in the league. And as for third-down defense, it was pretty awful as they ranked 29th with a conversion rate allowed of 43.8%.’
Buffalo called ‘city of losers’ at Ravens press conference. Everybody laughed
‘The room erupted in laughs except for an uncomfortable-looking Harbaugh, who seemingly regretted asking if Coleman had a problem with Bills fans. “… I apologize to the world,” Harbaugh says.’
Bills Mafia bride cashes in on groom’s viral wedding day gift: ‘I might have to go through a table’
‘The wedding day gift? Tickets to a Bills game of Doiron’s choice.’
First comes love, then comes football: N.S. groom surprises bride with Buffalo Bills tickets during wedding
‘“The fact that we’re going to be able to go to a Buffalo stadium, experience that crowd, the tailgate and everything is going to be a surreal experience. I can’t wait,” she said.’
Lamar Jackson vs. Josh Allen: Which QB deserves MVP most, and why it’s not a done deal despite All-Pro results
‘Most would say the NFL MVP race is over, especially considering last week’s All-Pro vote. Lamar Jackson was voted AP first-team All-Pro over Josh Allen, by the same voters who will decide the NFL MVP award. In fact, in case you were wondering, Sunday’s game will have no impact on the MVP race as the votes were already cast after the end of the regular season and before the playoffs.’
Bills staring at NFL playoff odds they’ve never faced before in divisional round game vs. Ravens
‘The odds could fluctuate throughout the week, but if the Ravens close as the favorite, it would mark the first time since the merger that the Bills have gone into a home playoff game has an underdog.’
NFL Films’ Slo-Mo Shot of Josh Allen’s Fourth-Down TD Pass vs. Broncos is Too Cool
‘The great folks at NFL Films captured the play in a brilliant video that the Bills rightfully called cinema.’
It’s really happening: Ryan Fitzpatrick is returning to Buffalo for Bills vs. Ravens in divisional round
‘Former Buffalo Bills quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick is officially the legend of the game for the Bills’ divisional round matchup with the Baltimore Ravens. Fitzpatrick was the Bills’ quarterback from 2009-12 and now serves as an analyst for Prime Video’s Thursday Night Football.’
Davis remains in concussion protocol, Anderson day-to-day with calf injury
‘In addition to Davis, Bills head coach Sean McDermott said offensive lineman Alec Anderson is day-to-day with a calf injury. Anderson left the game late in the first half, but did return to the field.’
Pizzeria guaranteeing Bills win or refund
‘Pesci’s Pizza & Wings posted on Facebook that if you do an online preorder for a large pizza and 20 wings or a large pizza/pound boneless specials between Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll get refunded if the Bills lose.’
Viral Bills fan wears Nate Burleson’s red jacket as good luck charm during playoffs
‘Justine Staffone is what Bills Mafia is all about. During Sunday’s game he was shown on TV in the stands wearing a top hat, a chicken wing necklace, and the red jacket that’s making him a sensation among Bills fans.’
‘Pulling all our resources’: Los Angeles Bills Backers rally in the face of devastation
‘“Considering the people who lost their houses, property, and otherwise, people have been able to pull together really well over this last week. It’s crazy how much we’ve been able to do over seven days,” said Daniel Godwin, co-president of the South Bay LA Bills Backers.’