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WATCH: Travis Kelce throws Justin Tucker’s helmet so Patrick Mahomes can warm up

Chiefs All-Pro tight end Travis Kelce tried to chump Ravens kicker Justin Tucker and make him move so Patrick Mahomes can warm up

We’re a little over an hour away from the Ravens and Chiefs kicking off the AFC title game, and star tight end Travis Kelce just added some drama to the contest.

Baltimore’s All-Pro kicker, Justin Tucker was down in the Chiefs end of the field warming up with quarterback Patrick Mahomes, Kelce and the Kansas City offense took the field for some early pregame warmups of their own.

After watching Mahomes take a couple of dropbacks with Tucker still stretching, and his helmet in the Chiefs way, Kelce took upon himself to tell the kicker to move, while tossing his helmet.

Social media reacts to everything, and this altercation was no different.

Ravens vs. Chiefs inactives: Baltimore to employ 9 defensive backs against Kansas City

Ravens vs. Chiefs inactives: Baltimore to employ 9 defensive backs against Kansas City

We’re a little over an hour away from the Ravens and Chiefs battling for the AFC Championship game, and Baltimore has 9 defensive backs active aganst the Kansas City offense.

Mark Andrews and Marlon Humphrey are officially active.

5 reasons why the Ravens will beat the Chiefs in AFC Championship game

We’re looking at five reasons why the Baltimore Ravens will defeat the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game

The time has come, and we’re a little over 3 hours from one of the biggest AFC Championship tilts in NFL history when the Baltimore Ravens host the Kansas City Chiefs at M&T Bank Stadium.

Since becoming Kansas City’s head coach in 2013, Andy Reid has been 4-1 through the regular season against the Ravens, while quarterback Patrick Mahomes has been 3-1.

Last Sunday, the Chiefs defeated the Bills in Buffalo 27-24 to advance to the AFC’s final game, while Baltimore is riding high after a 34-10 win over Houston and rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud.

With pregame warmups already underway, we’re looking at five reasons the Ravens will win the AFC Championship.

Chiefs rule out WR Kadarius Toney for sixth consecutive game

Chiefs rule out WR Kadarius Toney for the sixth consecutive game vs. Ravens

The Kansas City Chiefs will again be without wide receiver Kadarius Toney for the sixth straight game because of his lingering hip injury. In addition to his hip ailment holding him out of action Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens, the Chiefs have listed personal reasons on the report.

The young receiver has had a season to forget with injury issues, subpar production and noticeable miscues throughout the year. Toney finished the 2023 season with 169 yards and a touchdown on 27 receptions, including several dropped passes. He could be a tough roster decision for general manager Brett Veach in the offseason.

On Saturday, the Chiefs also announced other roster moves ahead of their AFC Championship battle with the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday. Kansas City elevated two practice squad players: defensive tackle Mike Pennel and cornerback Keith Taylor. The loss of Derrick Nnadi on the defensive line this week could open some playing time for Pennel.

Mike Edwards (concussion), Isiah Pacheco (ankle/toe) and Willie Gay (neck) remain listed as questionable. The Chiefs players could be game-time decisions as the team travels to Baltimore for the chance to earn a return to the Super Bowl.

AFC Championship picks: Who the experts are taking in Ravens vs. Chiefs

We’re looking at the NFL expert picks for the AFC Championship game and the Ravens are projected to defeat the Chiefs

We’re a little over 32 hours from one of the biggest AFC Championship tilts in NFL history when the Baltimore Ravens host the Kansas City Chiefs at M&T Bank Stadium.

Since becoming Kansas City’s head coach in 2013, Andy Reid has been 4-1 through the regular season against the Ravens, while quarterback Patrick Mahomes has been 3-1.

Last Sunday, the Chiefs defeated the Bills in Buffalo 27-24 to advance to the AFC’s final game, while Baltimore is riding high after a 34-10 win over Houston and rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud.

With preparation for the matchup set to begin, we’re looking at one thing to watch at each offensive position group.

Marlon Humphrey among 3 listed as questionable for AFC Championship game

The Ravens are listing Marlon Humphrey, Rock Ya-Sin and Tylan Wallace as questionable for the AFC Championship game, while Mark Andrews will play

The Ravens released their final injury report, and the team is listing Marlon Humphrey, Rock Ya-Sin and Tylan Wallace as questionable for the AFC Championship game, while Mark Andrews will play after missing six games.

Head Coach John Harbaugh said he is “confident” that Humphrey will play on Sunday, which is a big boost to the secondary. Ronald Darby has played well with Humphrey sidelined, and it could give Baltimore’s secondary even more versatility.

Andrews enters the game with no injury designation.

3 burning questions ahead of Ravens AFC Championship matchup vs. Chiefs

We’re looking at seven burning questions ahead of the AFC Championship Game between the Baltimore Ravens and Kansas Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs travel to Baltimore for the AFC Championship Game to take on the Ravens.

Since becoming Kansas City’s head coach in 2013, Andy Reid has been 4-1 through the regular season against the Ravens, while quarterback Patrick Mahomes has been 3-1.

Last Sunday, the Chiefs defeated the Bills in Buffalo 27-24 to advance to the AFC’s final game, while Baltimore is riding high after a 34-10 win over Houston and rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud.

With preparation for the matchup set to begin, here are three burning questions to answer.

Ravens vs. Chiefs: 7 early storylines to watch in the AFC Championship game

We’re looking at seven early storylines to watch when the Baltimore Ravens host the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game

The Kansas City Chiefs travel to Baltimore for the AFC Championship Game to take on the Ravens.  Kickoff at M&T Bank Stadium is slated for 3:00 p.m. ET.

Sunday will mark the Chiefs sixth-consecutive AFC title game appearance, it’s first of the stretch that will be played on the road.

Last Sunday, the Chiefs defeated the Bills in Buffalo 27-24 to advance to the AFC’s final game, while Baltimore is riding high after a 34-10 win over Houston and rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud.

The last time these two teams met was in 2021 in Week 2.

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson had two fourth-quarter rushing Touchdowns to defeat the Chiefs 36-35.

Since becoming Kansas City’s head coach in 2013, Andy Reid has been 4-1 through the regular season against the Ravens, while quarterback Patrick Mahomes has been 3-1.

With preparation for the matchup set to begin, here are seven storylines to watch.

Bucs could be awarded comp pick in 2024 NFL draft

Tampa Bay could be getting an extra draft pick for the efforts of one of its former safeties for their work in 2023.

Losing a player stings, but the NFL at least has a system to make up for it (somewhat, at least). The Tampa Bay Buccaneers could potentially be a benefactor of that system in 2024.

NFL compensatory picks are awarded to teams who lose out on significant players in free agency and are awarded to those teams the next year. The pick given to teams is calculated on a formula that includes a number of qualifiers, including APY of a contract signed, the percentage of snaps a player plays and their awards and accolades for their performance (such as AP All-Pro nods or PWFA awards). While these comp picks have not been officially announced by the NFL Management Council yet, Over the Cap projects these potential comp picks and estimates that the Bucs will get one for the 2024 NFL draft.

Over the Cap projects that the Bucs may get a comp pick for their loss of safety Mike Edwards in free agency to the Kansas City Chiefs, and they project it as a 7th-round pick. Edwards did not get any notable accolades from press awards in 2023, and he only played 57% of Kansas City’s 2023 defensive snaps, so a 7th-round projection would make a lot of sense.

In Kansas City this year, Edwards netted 32 solo tackles, one sack, two fumble recoveries and one interception. His cash AAV this year was $3,000,000.

On the other end of the spectrum, the Los Angeles Rams are set to be benefactors due to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Over the Cap projects that the Rams will get a fifth-round pick from quarterback Baker Mayfield for his efforts with the Bucs after he left the Rams at the end of the 2022 season.

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Chiefs DB Mike Edwards in concussion protocol after early exit vs. Bills

#Chiefs DB Mike Edwards is in concussion protocol after leaving Kansas City’s matchup against the #Bills in the first quarter.

The Kansas City Chiefs may be without veteran defensive back Mike Edwards for the remainder of their matchup against the Buffalo Bills after he exited the game with an injury.

Edwards took a nasty shot to the head while defending a pass from quarterback Josh Allen to receiver Stefon Diggs on the game’s first drive. He prevented a reception on the play but did not immediately come to his feet after tackling Diggs.

He eventually went to the sideline with Chiefs medical personnel and made his way to the locker room after being placed in concussion protocol.

Kansas City’s secondary has been bolstered by Edwards’ presence all season, and the loss of such an experienced member of their defense could cost the Chiefs dearly against Buffalo’s high-octane offense.

Fans should stay tuned to see if Edwards can return to the gridiron as Kansas City endeavors to punch its ticket to a sixth-consecutive AFC Championship Game.