The Kansas City Chiefs are set to continue their playoff journey, facing off against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park in a highly anticipated rematch from the previous season’s Divisional Round meeting. This playoff showdown features two of the NFL’s premier quarterbacks, adding to the excitement and raising the stakes for both teams with aspirations of clinching the championship. Despite both teams encountering challenges during the regular season, they find themselves just one win away from advancing to the AFC Championship Game.
As the playoffs progress, it’s no surprise that players are dealing with various degrees of injuries and health concerns. Both the Chiefs and the Bills have ruled out several players entering the Divisional Round, with others carrying questionable designations into the weekend. The toll of a grueling season is evident, and the war of attrition is expected to influence the unfolding action during the upcoming game.
The Chiefs, gearing up for their road outing, have released their list of inactive players. Notable absences include wide receiver Kadarius Toney, cornerback Ekow Boye-Doe, defensive end BJ Thompson, offensive lineman Wanya Morris, and defensive tackles Derrick Nnadi and Neil Farrell. Head coach Andy Reid had previously announced the inactivity of nose tackle Derrick Nnadi, wide receiver Skyy Moore, and left tackle Wanya Morris. On the eve of the game, wideout Kadarius Toney was downgraded from questionable to out. However, there is a silver lining for the Chiefs, as defensive lineman Charles Omenihu and linebacker Willie Gay Jr., initially labeled as questionable, are active for the Divisional Round. Additionally, rookie defensive end Felix Anudike-Uzomah is a healthy scratch for the second consecutive playoff game.
On the Bills’ side, their list of inactives includes wide receiver Gabe Davis, safety Taylor Rapp, and linebackers Terrel Bernard and Baylon Spector, along with cornerbacks Christian Benford and Alec Anderson. The Bills faced numerous injuries during the week, ruling out four players on Friday. Despite linebacker Terrel Bernard being questionable with an ankle injury sustained in the Wild Card win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, he will miss the Divisional Round alongside teammates Gabe Davis, Taylor Rapp, and others.
Both teams are navigating the challenges of injuries, creating an intriguing and unpredictable atmosphere for this pivotal playoff clash.
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