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Bills-Chiefs to clash in AFC Championship game, when is kickoff?

Bills-Chiefs to clash in AFC Championship, when is kickoff?

The Buffalo Bills will meet the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship.

The Bills (13-4) beat the Baltimore Ravens (12-5) at home in a 27-25 final to advance to the next round. That AFC title matchup will be at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City based on the Chiefs being the No. 1 seed in the AFC, just ahead of the Bills the second spot.

The NFL has announced when that will go down.

Buckle up, Buffalo, It’s going to be a 6:30 p.m. kickoff once again on Sunday, Jan. 26, in one week:

The Bills have won five-straight AFC East titles.

However, their playoff runs haves have not to plan. Buffalo has been eliminated in the Divisional round the past three years and have not made it to the AFC Championship since the 2020 season.

That AFC title game saw the Chiefs win in 38-24 fashion.

Buffalo has had their successes over Kansas City in recent years, though. All of those have come in the regular season, such as their 30-21 victory in Week 11 during this past season.

A win would put the Bills in their first Super Bowl since 1993. Meanwhile, the Chiefs and hoping to be the first team to win three-straight titles in NFL history.

Bills Wire will provide all updates leading up to kickoff for the AFC Championship game.

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Ryan Fitzpatrick named ‘Legend of the Game’ for Bills vs. Ravens

Ryan Fitzpatrick named ‘Legend of the Game’ for Bills vs. Ravens

The Buffalo Bills are set to host the Baltimore Ravens in the Divisional round on Sunday. For such a big game, they called upon former Bills quarterback and fan-favorite Ryan Fitzpatrick to get the crowd going.

The Bills announced that “Fitzy” will be back in Buffalo this weekend to be honored as the ‘Legend of the Game’.

Fitzpatrick played for nine teams over his 17-year career, but he spent the most time (four seasons) in Buffalo, which he considers “home.”

He started 53 games with the Bills from 2009 to 2012, throwing for over 11,000 yards and 80 touchdowns.

“I’m really excited about the opportunity,” Fitzpatrick said. “I love the fanbase in Buffalo, and it’s a place where I’ve always felt like I’ve been at home. I loved Kyle Williams… seeing him with all his family doing it last week… and I can’t wait for the opportunity this week to get everybody fired up.”

On living in Buffalo, Fitzpatrick said, “We lived in the Southtowns, so we had great neighbors, and have always just felt a deep connection to Buffalo.”

Prior to kickoff, Fitzpatrick will be tasked with pumping up Bills Mafia with the ‘Shout Song’ accompanied by Marv Levy’s “Where else would you rather be than right here, right now?”

He might just be crazy enough to rip his shirt off for it. It wouldn’t be the first time.

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Bills’ Brian Gaine interviews for vacant general manager job

Bills’ Brian Gaine interviews for vacant general manager job

The Buffalo Bills have had a second member of their front office interview with another team regarding their vacant general manager position.

The New York Jets have announced that the Bills’ assistant general manager Brian Gaine has interviewed for their vacant general manager position:

Gaine’s interview announcement comes after Buffalo’s director of player personnel, Terrance Gray, has also interviewed with the Jets along with the Tennessee Titans.

Gaine is in his second stint in Buffalo. He was previously the Houston Texans’ general manager but returned in 2019 after a quick year in Texas.

The Bills have won five-straight AFC East titles. Meanwhile, New York has missed the playoffs for a league-leading 14-straight years. Gaine has experience with the Jets. He was a scout with the team from 1999 to 2005.

After five seasons with the franchise, former general manager Joe Douglas was fired in New York on Nov. 19. The Jets were 30-64 under Douglas’ tenure.

Jets Wire will provide all updates relating to the team’s general manager and head coach searches throughout the coming weeks.

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Could the Buffalo Bills be back in London again in 2025?

Could the Buffalo Bills be back in London again in 2025?

Did you enjoy the Buffalo Bills across the pond before?

If so or if not, you might have a chance to do it again.

Nothing is confirmed in terms of the Bills, but two of the team’s oppnentss next season were slated as home teams for NFL games during the regular season next year: The New York Jets and Cleveland Browns.

The final answer won’t be known until the NFL releases the

OK, back to the playoffs.

Bills to host Ravens in Divisional round of 2024 NFL postseason

Bills to host Ravens in Divisional round of 2024 NFL postseason:

The Buffalo Bills roll on in their 2024 NFL postseason journey.

The Bills (13-4) beat the Denver Broncos in a 31-7 final to start their playoff trip.

Moving forward, Buffalo will face a familiar postseason foe in the Baltimore Ravens (12-5) in the Divisional round:

Buffalo will have a tough challenge as they attempt to roll on in their Super Bowl journey in Baltimore.

On top of that, they’ll be looking for revenge.

The Bills and Ravens faced off in Week 4 on “Sunday Night Football.” Baltimore took a convincing 35-10 win. However, this one will be at Highmark Stadium after Buffalo lost that one on the road.

The contest will be highlighted by quarterbacks Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson dueling. The two are the favorites for the 2024 NFL MVP Award.

During the 2020 NFL playoffs, the Bills and Baltimore clashed in the Divisional round and Buffalo won 17-3. The victory was highlighted by a game-sealing pick-six interception by cornerback Taron Johnson.

In their Wild Card round game, the Ravens beat the Pittsburgh Steelers in a 28-14 final.

Kickoff between Buffalo and Baltimore has to be announced. The NFL will release the entire Divisional round schedule at a later time.

Bills Wire will provide updates as information is made available.

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Multiple NFL teams to interview Bills’ Joe Brady for vacant head coach positions

Multiple NFL teams to interview Bills’ Joe Brady for vacant head coach positions

Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady is catching some attention across the NFL.

According to various reports and updates, including from ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Brady has had at least four teams request to interview him for their vacant head coach positions in their respective front offices.

Those four and their now former head coach that was recent fired includes:

  • New York Jets (Robert Saleh)
  • New Orleans Saints (Dennis Allen)
  • Chicago Bears (Matt Eberflus)
  • Jacksonville Jaguars (Doug Peterson)

Brady, 35, would still be a young candidate for a head coach position in the NFL currently but never say never. Brady has also only just concluded his first full season as Buffalo’s OC have taken the position originally in 2023 as an interim.

While these teams have requested permission to speak with Brady about their vacant jobs, they will not do so until next week per NFL rules. That will allow Brady to focus on the Bills’ upcoming Wild Card matchup against the Denver Broncos on Sunday.

Bills Wire will provide updates on Brady throughout the coming weeks when information is made available.

Brady discussing his potential upcoming interviews can be found in the clip below:

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Bills host Broncos in Wild Card round, when is the game scheduled?

Bills host Broncos in Wild Card round, when is the game scheduled?

The Buffalo Bills and Denver Broncos are set to do battle in the Wild Card round in the AFC with the 2024 NFL playoff picture now completely settled.

The Bills (13-4) had been locked into the No. 2 seed in the AFC since their win in Week 17 against the New York Jets. That meant a home game, but the opponent was not determined.

Heading into their season finale, the Denver Broncos (10-7) had to beat the Kansas City Chiefs to get into the postseason. Much like the Bills in their Week 18 game, the Chiefs did not play many of their starters but the Broncos still got the job done.

A strong defense for years, Denver has found a promising young quarterback in rookie Bo Nix. He helped guide his team to the playoffs for the first time since 2015.

Now it’s a brand new season for both teams. A win is all that matters.

Following the dust being settled, game times have been announced in by the NFL for the postseason

The Bills will host the Broncos at Highmark Stadium on Sunday, Jan. 12, at 1 p.m.

Buckle up, Bills Mafia.

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Bills sign QB Mike White to extension, add him to Week 18 roster

Bills sign QB Mike White to extension, add him to Week 18 roster

The Buffalo Bills have made some quarterback news ahead of facing the New England Patriots.

Although, it is minor.

The team announced two transactions involving backup QB Mike White.

White has been added to the team’s 53-man roster ahead of facing the Patriots (3-13) in Week 18. On top of that, he has been signed to a one-year contract extension:

In a corresponding move, linebacker Nicholas Morrow was released by the Bills (13-3) to make room for White. Morrow could very well end back up on Buffalo’s practice squad.

Josh Allen is slated to start under center against the Pats but only in an effort to extend his 114 game starting streak. He will quickly exit the game and Mitchell Trubisky will go the rest of the way unless White ends up seeing time.

The Bills have nothing to gain in Sunday’s contest because the No. 2 seed in the AFC postseason has already been locked up by them.

White signed in Buffalo in August and has spent the 2024 season as the defacto third-string quarterback from the practice squad. Allen and Trubisky were the only two actually signed to the active roster throughout the year.

This type of formula appears to be the move for the Bills going forward as well considering White’s extension.

White, 29, has made seven career starts. All of those came with the New York Jets. He has a record of 2-5.

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Bills recorded impressive NFL history vs. Chiefs, Lions in 2024

Bills recorded impressive NFL history vs. Chiefs, Lions in 2024

The Buffalo Bills are not the top seed in the AFC heading into the 2024 NFL playoffs. Despite that, they’ve still pulled off some historic accomplishments against the top teams from this season.

According to CBS Sports NFL Research, the Bills (13-3) are the first team in NFL history to beat two teams that won 14 games in the same season:

The Bills won a thriller against the Chiefs in Week 11 in a 30-21 final. Buffalo was cut throat in that one and took the victory.

A few games later in Week 15, the Bills went and handed the Lions a 48-42 loss. While Buffalo would like to see more defense in any outing, that exciting contest naturally featured a lot of good work from quarterback Josh Allen.

Such wins could help Allen’s quest for a 2024 NFL MVP Award, but after all, it is a team game. Everyone from the Bills locker room deserves credit.

And it’s worth noting: Helping Buffalo achieve this is a change to the NFL’s rulebook.

In 2021, the league added a 17th game… that helps in terms of the Chiefs and Lions reaching 14 wins.

Regardless, it’s an impressive accomplishment for the Bills.

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Patriots announce important quarterback plan vs. Bills in finale

Patriots announce important quarterback plan vs. Bills in finale

New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo has made an important decision ahead of his team’s 2024 season finale against the Buffalo Bills. The update is one that will catch attention across the NFL.

The first-year coach announced on Wednesday that first-round rookie Drake Maye will get the nod, pending health, along with the rest of the Patriots’ starters, against the Bills in Week 18:

Maye was injured briefly in Week 17 against the Los Angeles Chargers went he was checked out for a head injury but he did return.

From Buffalo’s perspective, the news doesn’t mean a whole lot. The Bills (3-13) have nothing to play for since Buffalo has already locked up the No. 2 seed heading into the postseason.

However, it’s huge news because of the 2025 NFL draft.

The Pats’ 2024 draft class hasn’t been touted as a very good rookie group this season… aside from Maye. He’s a long way from being solidified as a top-tier NFL quarterback, but as a first-year pro, Maye has impressed more and more.

But last week the draft order had a huge shakeup.

The New York Giants shockingly won and no longer hold the No. 1 overall pick like they previously did. Thanks to tiebreakers, the Patriots and Giants both have 3-13 records but it is New England now slated to hold the top selection. New York dropped all the way down to the fourth position.

In addition to those two, the Tennessee Titans and Cleveland Browns share the same record.

Those three teams (moreso their fans) will love hearing the Pats will start their best players against Buffalo as the Bills are not going to be going full strength. It’s all about the draft order for the others at this point.

And, naturally, it’s worth noting who the Bills will face in general.

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