AFC Championship Game Preview Bills vs. Chiefs – Betting Picks and Predictions

akash upadhyayJanuary 26, 2025

This AFC Championship matchup between the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs is a high-stakes showdown that has captured the league’s attention. Both teams boast elite quarterbacks in Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen, who have provided some memorable playoff moments in the past. While Mahomes holds the edge in previous playoff matchups, this year feels different for the Bills. With Allen playing smarter football and a dominant offensive line, Buffalo looks poised to break through and finally get past Kansas City.

According to CBS Sports’ Pete Prisco and Will Brinson, the Bills’ ability to control the game with their running attack and Allen’s legs gives them an edge. The key will be to manage Mahomes’ ability to turn games around with big plays and clutch moments, especially given his connection with Travis Kelce. The Chiefs’ playoff pedigree and home-field advantage are factors to consider, but the Bills’ consistency and improved play make them the favorites in this one.

With the game expected to be close, Prisco predicts a 24-23 Bills victory, while Brinson believes Buffalo can handle Mahomes and secure a victory by keeping the game grounded in a tough, physical style of play.

Will this be the year the Bills finally overcome the Chiefs? Or will Mahomes and his offense once again prove too much in a high-pressure situation?