With the 2024 NFL season’s Super Bowl matchup hanging in the balance, this weekend’s AFC and NFC Championship games promise to deliver thrilling moments. The Buffalo Bills, led by Josh Allen, face Patrick Mahomes’ Kansas City Chiefs, while the Philadelphia Eagles take on the Washington Commanders. Here are five bold predictions for these high-stakes matchups.
Bills to upset Chiefs in AFC championship
Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills will overcome the Kansas City Chiefs to win the AFC Championship. Despite being the only team to defeat the Chiefs in the 2024 regular season, Buffalo’s success lies in its ability to avoid turnovers. With the fewest turnovers in the league this season, the Bills have created a recipe for success against Mahomes’ Chiefs. Allen’s stellar postseason performance and low turnover rate make this the year Buffalo advances to the Super Bowl.
Mahomes to commit costly turnover
Patrick Mahomes, despite being a three-time Super Bowl MVP, will be pressured into a costly turnover by the Bills’ adaptable defense. Buffalo’s defensive adjustments in previous playoff games show they can force mistakes from even the best quarterbacks. Expect the Bills to use unexpected defensive tactics, leading to a turnover that will prove crucial in their victory over the Chiefs.
Hurts’ streak of interception-free playoff games ends
Jalen Hurts will throw his first interception in six playoff games as the Philadelphia Eagles face the Washington Commanders. Washington’s strong secondary, including ball-hawking cornerbacks and safeties, will capitalize on Hurts’ slight injury and force him to throw more from the pocket. Hurts’ streak of avoiding interceptions will come to an end, but it won’t be enough to derail the Eagles’ pursuit of the Super Bowl.
Cooper to catch touchdown in rematch against Chiefs
Amari Cooper, the Buffalo Bills’ trade acquisition from the Cleveland Browns, will finally break out with a touchdown catch against the Chiefs in the AFC Championship. Despite a quiet postseason, Cooper will shine in this crucial game, proving his worth after being acquired to bolster the Bills’ receiving corps. His touchdown catch will help propel Buffalo towards an upset victory over Kansas City.
Dotson to catch a touchdown against his former team
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jahan Dotson, traded from the Washington Commanders, will catch a touchdown pass in the NFC Championship. With the Commanders being his former team, it’s likely that the Eagles will design plays to highlight Dotson in the red zone. This bold move will help the Eagles secure a victory while adding fuel to the fire in their rivalry with Washington.
