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‘We’re talking ice baths, in which they sit in a single-person tub of ice water that’s between 48 and 52 degrees. You think that’s cold? They also can stand in a cryogenic cold chamber for two minutes that’s minus-180 Celsius (minus-292 Fahrenheit). They use hot tubs. Hyperbaric chambers. Massage. Chiropractic. Ultra-violet light therapy. Intravenous infusions. Acupuncture. Platelet-rich plasma injections. Stem-cell therapy. Cupping therapy. Electrical stimulation. And on and on.’

‘“I think you see a guy that’s having a lot of fun playing football with his brothers and playing within the system,” Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady said. “And he’s not caring about statistics, not caring about anything besides finding ways to win football games.”’

‘On this particular expedition in November, the Bills had more championship DNA, and they found ways to beat the previously undefeated Chiefs. Allen spearheaded the charge.’

‘The game, which featured another classic matchup between Kansas City superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes and the Bills superstar quarterback, averaged a 49.32 rating and 82.6 share on WIVB-TV (Channel 4), the local CBS affiliate.’

‘The Bills’ slot receiver ranks No. 2 in the NFL in yards after the catch with 462, behind only Cincinnati’s Ja’Marr Chase, who has 489, according to Pro Football Focus.’

‘It wasn’t an easy ask, either. Van Demark lined up across from Chiefs edge rusher George Karlaftis, a former first-round draft pick who entered the game with sacks in three of his past four games and 13 quarterback hits on the season. Van Demark, though, more than held his own in helping the Bills to a 31-20 victory. Analytics website Pro Football Focus charged him with allowing just two quarterback hurries on 47 pass-blocking snaps.’

‘Gouraige played three snaps on offense, stepping in when Dion Dawkins briefly left the lineup in the fourth quarter because of an injury. “I know he was fired up about it. So he works extremely hard, it was good to see,” Bills coach McDermott said. “And then Zach Davidson getting a catch, I think first varsity time out there. So, just overall, great win.” Davidson played 11 snaps and did finish with one catch for 5 yards in the victory. Here are four more takeaways from the snap counts in the Bills’ Week 11 win:’

‘The Bills’ use of multiple tight ends and an extra offensive lineman in various configurations has been mostly outstanding this season. Not in Sunday’s 30-21 victory over the Chiefs.’

‘Joe Brady threw a lot of personnel groupings at the Kansas City Chiefs in Sunday’s big Buffalo Bills victory. However, the only one that was very successful was the three-receiver set, 11 personnel. The Bills were able to pass reasonably well on the Chiefs, who entered the game ranked No. 5 in points allowed and No. 4 in yards allowed. As expected, however, the Chiefs were stingy against the run. The Bills gained 104 rushing yards, but 44 came on scrambles by Josh Allen, capped by his game-clinching 26-yard touchdown run.’

‘The Bills cannot disclose who they are negotiating or speaking with during this process, but said earlier this month that there has been a “significant amount of interest” among potential minority partners. The team reiterated that Monday.’

‘There was no mistake about it: CBS’ No. 1 crew had a strong game.’

‘Samuel, however, never complained publicly. He kept coming to work, keeping the faith that his moment would come. It arrived at the best possible time, as he had season highs with five catches and 58 yards, as well as his first touchdown in a Bills uniform during their thrilling 30-21 victory over the AFC-leading Chiefs.’

‘“He says he’s two guys – the smart guy and daredevil,” tight end Quintin Morris said. “The daredevil came out.”’

‘The Bills bookended the game with interceptions of Kansas City in Buffalo’s 30-21 win Sunday in Orchard Park. The statement takeaways were a testament to a defense that made plays all game as they contained Kansas City’s offense and handed the Chiefs their first loss of the season.’

‘Obviously, it’s a big deal because it opens the door for the Bills to potentially get the No. 1 seed and home-field advantage for the playoffs. That would require the Chiefs to lose one more game if the Bills win out, or lose two more if the Bills go 5-1. ESPN Analytics says the Chiefs have a 53% chance to get the No. 1 seed. Regardless, the win puts the Bills in good position to earn the No. 2 seed. Pittsburgh is 8-2, but the Steelers have a rough schedule the last seven weeks, including a visit to Kansas City. Pittsburgh’s win over Baltimore on Sunday helps the Bills, because it drops the Ravens to 7-4.’