Bills Face Broncos in High-Altitude Showdown

Injuries Set a Tense Tone

The Buffalo Bills and Denver Broncos kicked off their playoff clash with a bang, but not the kind you'd expect. Early on, both teams had to deal with injuries.

• Denver's Marvin Mims Jr. had a rough start.
• Buffalo's Dorian Williams looked worse.

Both walked off, but it set a tense tone.

History Repeats Itself?

The Bills and Broncos have history. Last year, Buffalo stomped Denver 31-7.

• Josh Allen was on fire, throwing two touchdowns and running for another.
• The Broncos' only bright spot? A missed field goal. Not exactly a highlight reel.

49ers Pull Off a Dramatic Win

Meanwhile, the San Francisco 49ers pulled off a dramatic win against the Philadelphia Eagles.

• Down big and missing star George Kittle, the Niners relied on their defense and Christian McCaffrey's heroics.
• McCaffrey scored two touchdowns, sealing the deal.

Bills Squeeze Past Jaguars

The Bills also squeezed past the Jacksonville Jaguars.

• Josh Allen put the team on his back, scoring three touchdowns.
• But he's banged up—foot, knee, and finger. Not ideal for facing Denver's fierce pass rush.

Denver's Strengths

Speaking of Denver, they're healthy, rested, and playing at home.

• Their defense is brutal, leading the league in sacks.
• Allen is the better quarterback, but the Broncos' altitude and defense will test him.

Wild Playoff Season

This playoff season is wild.

• Twelve fourth-quarter lead changes already, and it's just getting started.
• The league is tight, and every game is a battle.

Today's Games

• Bills vs. Broncos at 4:30 p.m. ET
• 49ers vs. Seahawks at 8 p.m. ET

Buckle up—it's gonna be a ride.