The Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs will face off in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs tonight. The Chiefs have had the upper hand in the postseason matchups between the two teams, with quarterback Patrick Mahomes leading his team to victory in the last two meetings. However, the Bills will have home-field advantage this time around, which could make all the difference.
The Bills had to overcome a snowstorm last week, with stadium workers and volunteers shoveling snow to prepare Highmark Stadium for their wild card game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. While this weekend's weather won't be as severe, the snow and frigid temperatures could still impact the game.
According to the National Weather Service, the temperature in Buffalo is expected to be around 24 degrees Fahrenheit at kickoff, with scattered flurries possible during the game. The wind could also play a factor, blowing westward between 9 and 13 miles per hour.
The Chiefs are coming into the game on a three-game win streak, with their well-balanced attack led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes and wide receiver Rashee Rice. Meanwhile, the Bills are on a six-game win streak, with quarterback Josh Allen leading the charge.
The oddsmakers have the Bills as a slight 2.5-point favorite, but the Chiefs shouldn't be counted out. Mahomes has a perfect record when playing in temperatures below 18 degrees, and the Chiefs have covered the spread in their last three matchups against the Bills.
Will the Bills finally be able to defeat the Chiefs in the playoffs? Only time will tell. But one thing is for sure, this divisional round matchup promises to be an exciting game between two powerhouse teams.