
The Buffalo Bills are getting ready for the biggest rematch in their history when they face the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship on January 26. After a thrilling 27-25 win against the Baltimore Ravens in the divisional round, Sean McDermott’s team is now facing one of the toughest challenges in the playoffs. This game is not only about tactics; it also involves history, determination, and McDermott’s strong expectations for his players.
is not just about strategy-it’s about history, resilience, and McDermott’s no-nonsense expectations for his team.
Bills and Chiefs: A Rivalry Built on Playoff Battles
This will be the seventh playoff meeting between the Bills and the Chiefs, with Kansas City holding a commanding 4-2 lead in the rivalry. The last time Buffalo defeated the Chiefs in the postseason was way back in the 1993 conference round, but that victory ultimately led to a heartbreaking Super Bowl loss against the Cowboys.
When asked if the Bills’ past playoff history with the Chiefs was a burden, he brushed off that idea. “I can’t really say; I wasn’t around during those years,” he explained. “But based on my own playoff experience, you need to play your best football, no doubt about it. You have to play at a level that helps you win.”

Another reporter inquired whether the Bills’ recent playoff letdowns inspired him.
McDermott quickly dismissed that idea, saying, “Not something I think about at all.”
McDermott’s Achievements Are Impressive
Since becoming the head coach of the Bills in 2017, McDermott has changed the team into a regular playoff contender, unlike when his predecessors were in charge. Under his leadership, the Bills have only missed the playoffs once, which happened in 2018. Before his time, the team hadn’t reached the playoffs since 1999. Although McDermott has achieved a lot, he still has two big goals to reach: winning a conference championship and securing a Super Bowl title.
McDermott’s Clear Message to the Team
January 20: During a press conference, McDermott openly discussed his expectations for the game at Arrowhead Stadium. While looking back at the divisional-round game, he recognized how strong the Ravens’ defense was but pointed out that his team needed to step up their offensive plays.
“I thought the Ravens played great defense, really tough against us. We definitely didn’t score enough points,” McDermott said.
“We had a solid drive or two in the fourth quarter. However, at the end of the day, we need to put points on the board, and that’s our main goal here.”
Can the Bills End Their Playoff Struggles?
As the Bills prepare for their game, the pressure is intense. Will Buffalo finally rewrite its playoff story, or will it get defeated by the Chiefs again? One thing is certain: the journey to the Super Bowl will be tough.