quarterback had the entire world concerned following his concu sion in Week 4 against the as well as his absence in the final three games of the 2022 season thanks to another... morequarterback had the entire world concerned following his concu sion in Week 4 against the as well as his absence in the final three games of the 2022 season thanks to another concu sion sustained on Christmas Day against the . Both incidents have called into question the Tim Tebow Jersey safety of Tagovailoa continuing to play football.So much so that his collegiate head coach, Alabama's Nick Saban, addre sed the i sue on Wednesday. Saban has famously said in the past that he doesn't have time to watch his former players perform in the NFL on Sunday's because he is buried in work to prepare for the next Crimson Tide football game. For Saban to bring up Tagovailoa's struggles likely means it's a significant deal to the legendary head coach."I hate it that he's having these i sues and problems," Saban said on Stephen A. Smith's " " podcast. "I would trust the medical staff to make the right choices and decisions for his safety, his future. I'd love to see him continue to be able to play and have succe... less
The Sean Payton saga reaches a huge day Tuesday, when the Super Bowl-winning former head coach of the New Orleans Saints will St. Louis Cardinals Jersey be officially available... moreThe Sean Payton saga reaches a huge day Tuesday, when the Super Bowl-winning former head coach of the New Orleans Saints will St. Louis Cardinals Jersey be officially available for in-person interviews. The Denver Broncos, who fired head coach Nathaniel Hackett before the end of his first season, have requested and received permi sion from the to interview Payton, CBS Sports Insider Jonathan Jones confirmed. The Saints still hold the contractual rights to Payton, and any team that hires him will have to create a trade package to send to New Orleans. The last NFL coaching trade took place in 2006, when the sent the a fourth-round pick for Herm Edwards.With Payton soon to be available, he has armed himself with the information any team interested in hiring him will want to know: the price. Payton, an NFL analyst for Fox Sports this season, said on "The Herd" with Colin Cowherd that he has had conversations with Saints general manager Mickey Loomis and that the trade compensation required to get him will... less
is one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL, and his backup is willing to go to great lengths to protect him. Earlier this season, Keenum made a deal with Allen in hopes of getting... moreis one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL, and his backup is willing to go to great lengths to protect him. Earlier this season, Keenum made a deal with Allen in hopes of getting the star quarterback to slide more often when running the ball.At 6-foot-5 and 237 pounds, Allen is not afraid to lower his shoulder in hopes of picking up a few more yards at the end of his runs. However, that also exposes Allen to more Mike Shannon Jersey hits, which is something the want to avoid.In Week 1's win over the , Keenum watched Allen take an unnece sary risk in the running game and chose to offer him a deal. , Keenum said his offer to Allen was not a financial one."I might have incentivized him a little bit if he would slide during a game," Keenum said. "It was not a Lou Brock Jersey monetarily incentivized thing. It was more something that I would do." Just a couple weeks later, in Week 3's game against the , Allen slid at the end of a scramble to protect himself. The next week, Keenum allegedly wore nothing... less
The hoped to prove themselves offensively Monday night against the , who boast one of the 's stingiest Michal Kempny Jersey defenses under Bill Belichick. Just three plays into... moreThe hoped to prove themselves offensively Monday night against the , who boast one of the 's stingiest Michal Kempny Jersey defenses under Bill Belichick. Just three plays into the prime-time matchup, however, Arizona lost its quarterback, , to a non-contact knee injury. The former No. 1 overall draft pick scrambled on the Cardinals' first drive of the game, only to have his right knee seemingly buckle on the way to the turf. He was carted to the locker room and replaced by veteran backup . Following an MRI on Tuesday, it's official: Murray has suffered Tom Wilson Jersey a torn ACL, ending his season, .The Cardinals Murray questionable to return, though the QB looked dispirited as he was carted off, covering his head with a towel as teammates consoled him. McCoy, who fumbled on his first series taking over under center against New England, previously started two games in place of Murray this year, going 1-1 while the latter recovered Matt Niskanen Jersey from a hamstring injury. Early in the second... less
Welcome to the divisional round edition of the Pick Six newsletter!I'm not saying anyone should start getting sad right now, but I'd like everyone to know that there are only... moreWelcome to the divisional round edition of the Pick Six newsletter!I'm not saying anyone should start getting sad right now, but I'd like everyone to know that there are only SEVEN left to play this season and four of them will be going down this weekend. OK, so I know I said don't get sad, but I'm already getting sad.The divisional round of the playoffs almost always gets crazy, and I'm expecting nothing different this weekend. vs. ? Sounds awesome.The trying to beat a guy ( ) who's ? I'm watching.The and renewing one of the best playoff rivalries in history? Can't mi s that.Two division rivals ( and ) battling for a chance to go to the NFC title game? That's must-see TV.We'll be covering all four games in today's newsletter with some best bets, bold predictions, and of course, we'll be making picks.Remember, if you're hanging out with family Riley Sutter Jersey and/or friends this weekend, you should tell them all to sign up for the newsletter. To get them signed up, all you have to do . All right,... less
The race to State Farm Stadium for Super Bowl LVII is underway. The regular season is complete and now we have Super Wild Card Weekend on the horizon that features several notable... moreThe race to State Farm Stadium for Super Bowl LVII is underway. The regular season is complete and now we have Super Wild Card Weekend on the horizon that features several notable matchups. Interestingly enough, each one of these head-to-heads is a rematch from a game earlier this season, marking just the fifth time that's happened during the opening round of the postseason since the 1970 Jarvis Landry Jersey merger. We have some of the NFL's top defense and best quarterbacks set to take the playoff stage, so they'll be no shortage of drama. While all of these games deserve your attention over the coming days, there are naturally a few especially intriguing matchups. Below, you'll find our ranking of this opening playoff slate along with the viewing information you need to catch all the action. Date:Saturday, Jan. 14 |Time:4:30 p.m. ET Location:Levi's Stadium (Santa Clara, California) TV:FOX|Stream:fuboTV ( ) Odds: 49ers -9.5, O/U 43 We have ourselves an NFC West showdown to begin the playoffs between... less
Everyone is waiting on the to trade the No. 1 pick in the 2023 , but they may not stop at just one trade.League sources indicated Baker Mayfield Jersey to CBS Sports this past... moreEveryone is waiting on the to trade the No. 1 pick in the 2023 , but they may not stop at just one trade.League sources indicated Baker Mayfield Jersey to CBS Sports this past week in Indianapolis that the Bears could trade down once, then trade down again in the first round of April's draft. That result would net Chicago multiple first-round picks in 2023 and 2024 along with several other Day 2 picks.Here's how one prominent league source sees it: the Bears deal the top pick to the , who are currently selecting at No. 2 overall. The Texans don't want to get leapfrogged for their top pick and, armed with a dozen picks in this year's draft plus two firsts in next year's draft, they'll be able to give Bears GM Ryan Poles sufficient compensation to get their quarterback of the future.In some regard, the Bears may be in an even better position to make a deal at No. 2. The Texans would have taken their top quarterback, and if teams feel there are two difference-makers at QB for the 2023 season, they'll... less
PHILADELPHIA -- Jonathan Gannon has taken a lot of heat in the city of Philadelphia, despite having the No. 1 pa s defense in the NFL and the No. 2 overall defense. The Eagles'... morePHILADELPHIA -- Jonathan Gannon has taken a lot of heat in the city of Philadelphia, despite having the No. 1 pa s defense in the NFL and the No. 2 overall defense. The Eagles' defensive coordinator has his fair share of critics, despite controlling a defense that has 75 Miles Boykin Jersey sacks on the season (including postseason) -- the third-most in NFL history.Gannon's defense put on a clinic in Saturday's NFC divisional round win over the . The allowed seven points and 227 yards of offense, while limiting the Giants to 4.4 yards per attempt. Philadelphia also had five sacks and 16 pre sures with a pre sure percentage of 45.7%.It was the total domination of Justin Tucker Jersey an opponent -- and Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni wanted Gannon's biggest critics know about it."Obviously, we have great players (but) sometimes I have to hear some things about Jonathan Gannon, and I don't know if it's you guys. Might be more other people. I won't say names," Sirianni said during his post-game pre s... less
"There's an adage that everyone remembers November and December, that's the reality of our league, especially going to 17 games," head coach Mike McCarthy Monday. "The best... more"There's an adage that everyone remembers November and December, that's the reality of our league, especially going to 17 games," head coach Mike McCarthy Monday. "The best football is in front of us."McCarthy's last line, "the best football is in front of us" appears to be the case for his team's defense, specifically against the run. Their rushing defense had been their glaring weakne s, allowing 143.1 rushing yards per game in Weeks 1-10, fourth-most in the , prior to their wins at the and at home against the in Weeks 11 and 12. Dallas has allowed 81.5 rushing yards per game over its last two contests, the sixth-fewest in the league, despite facing two of the best running backs in the NFL -- the Vikings' and the Giants' ."We're just understanding teams are going to do that run the ball right at us ," Cowboys linebacker on Wednesday. "You kind of hope that teams don't play the run, screen game teams don't really want to drop back and pa s anymore, at least against us Matt Skura Jersey it's hard to... less
After years of being the laughingstock of the NFL, the NFC East turned the tables and became the best division Warren Moon Jersey in football in 2022. Every team in the division... moreAfter years of being the laughingstock of the NFL, the NFC East turned the tables and became the best division Warren Moon Jersey in football in 2022. Every team in the division finished .500 or better and three teams made the postseason. Not only did those three teams qualify for the playoffs, but each of them reached the divisional round -- the first division since the 1997 NFC Central to have three teams reach the divisional round of the postseason (first division since the 2002 realignment).The (14-3) were one of the best teams in football, winning a franchise-record 14 regular-season games en route to the . The (12-5) won 12 games for the second consecutive season and reached the divisional round of the playoffs for the first time since 2018. Dallas also reached the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time since 2006 and 2007, winning a road playoff game for the first time since the 1992 season.The (9-7-1) finished with a surprising over-.500 record in Brian Daboll's first year as head... less
San Francisco quarterback is becoming a free agent on Ben Jones Jersey March 16, and it seems very unlikely he returns to the next season. The organization seems to have accepted... moreSan Francisco quarterback is becoming a free agent on Ben Jones Jersey March 16, and it seems very unlikely he returns to the next season. The organization seems to have accepted his potential departure, but legendary 49ers quarterback Joe Montana made it clear he thinks Garoppolo is still be the best option for the team's offense. , and Garoppolo all started games in 2022, a season in which San Francisco finished with a 13-4 regular-season record and reached the NFC Championship game. But in a recent episode of the "Open Mike" podcast, Montana said without hesitation that out of the three of them, Garoppolo would be his top choice."I start Jimmy," Montana said. "He has won a lot of games. I can't say the same for Trey. Steve McNair Jersey You don't know that from him. I don't think it's hard -- I think you just start Jimmy." "You gotta go with the guy that's been winning the games" gives his surprising pick for the starting QB next season The Volume (@TheVolumeSports) Montana, who was inducted ino... less
THE ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDEExactly one year ago, Texas A&M . Shortly thereafter Nick Saban Ah, the joys of recruiting.Saban and his Alabama program wasted little time officially... moreTHE ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDEExactly one year ago, Texas A&M . Shortly thereafter Nick Saban Ah, the joys of recruiting.Saban and his Alabama program wasted little time officially reclaiming the throne on Wednesday, , only behind the Aggies' 2022 cla s and Alabama's 2021 cla s.Alabama's 2023 cla s includes a record nine five-star players, including EDGEKeon Keeley (No. 3 overall), offensive linemanKadyn Proctor (No. 5 overall) and safetyCaleb Downs (No. 8 overall)Of the Crimson Tide's 28-player cla s, 27 are five- or four-star recruits. The only one who isn't?Conor Talty, the second-ranked kicker in the country.Behind Alabama is Georgia, Texas, Cody Barton Jersey Oklahoma and Ohio State. Not five-star recruit signed with the Crimson Tide, even though it sometimes seems that way. In fact, another SEC team -- South Carolina --Nyckoles Harbor, and , writes Brandon Huffman.No recruiting battle was more dramatic, though, than Jaden Rashada's, and at Arizona State. I really enjoyed Kenny Dillingham. Honorable... less
The rolled over the rival last week to improve to 8-8 on the season. Despite previous expectations that their subsequent Week 18 matchup with the would decide their playoff fate,... moreThe rolled over the rival last week to improve to 8-8 on the season. Despite previous expectations that their subsequent Week 18 matchup with the would decide their playoff fate, their win this weekend ended NFL Seattle Seahawks Jersey up improving their postseason chances altogether. , a specific scenario would allow the Jaguars to make the playoffs even if they lose their regular-season finale against Ugo Amadi Jersey Tenne see.The Jaguars will clinch the AFC South title and the No. 4 seed in the AFC playoffs with a win over the Titans on Saturday. If, however, they lose to Tenne see and the following results occur, they will still clinch a playoff berth as Nazair Jones Jersey a wild card team: beat beat Browns beat SteelersIf the Jaguars win in Week 18 these three results occur Shaun Alexander Jersey , then Jacksonville will make it as the AFC South champion and the Patriots would advance to the postseason as the last wild card team with a record of 8-9. Regardle s, , Doug Pederson and the... less
What a year it was for the . Recapping the 2022 campaign is probably worth an article in itself. The franchise changed its name, won a thriller over the in Week 1 thanks to ,... moreWhat a year it was for the . Recapping the 2022 campaign is probably worth an article in itself. The franchise changed its name, won a thriller over the in Week 1 thanks to , stepped in at quarterback, got the season back on track and even handed the their first lo s of the season. Then, things went downhill.Washington went 0-1-1 against the , which began a three-game losing streak. The Commanders revealed a mascot that looked like a Chuck E. Cheese character that went rogue to create his own pulled pork franchise and then Wentz's three-interception performance at home against the ended the season.There were both good and bad things to take away from the 2022 campaign. Washington has three legitimate wide receivers including a B.J. Goodson Jersey potential rising star in Dotson, plus the defense impre sed at times. However, the Commanders still don't have a QB1, and there are other holes to fill on the roster. Below, we will examine three ways to fix the Commanders for 2023.The Commanders are going to... less
For the first time in nearly three decades, the hired a general manager from outside Dexter Lawrence Jersey their organization this week.On Monday, Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill... moreFor the first time in nearly three decades, the hired a general manager from outside Dexter Lawrence Jersey their organization this week.On Monday, Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill hired former and personnel executive Monti O senfort to lead a new era of Cardinals football. But O senfort wasn't the first choice for the job. a sistant general manager Ian Cunningham was first offered the job, according to multiple sources. Fox Sports was the .Sources say Cunningham, who also was a finalist for the Titans GM job, declined the offer due to reasons related to his "fit" within the organization Carl Banks Jersey . Longtime GM Steve Keim left the organization this offseason after taking a medical leave of absence beginning Dec. 14.The Cardinals requested to interview at least nine candidates for their vacant GM job and ultimately interviewed seven men. They interviewed three internal candidates: VP of player personnel Quentin Harris, VP of pro personnel Adrian Wilson and director of football Sterling Shepard... less
The ' win over the Jake Elliott Jersey on Christmas Eve wasn't the only drama the team had to deal with on Saturday. After a wild 22-18 victory, the Bengals had to deal with even... moreThe ' win over the Jake Elliott Jersey on Christmas Eve wasn't the only drama the team had to deal with on Saturday. After a wild 22-18 victory, the Bengals had to deal with even more drama when their flight home was forced to make an emergency landing after the plane they were in experienced some engine trouble.Following the game, the team in Rhode Island just after 7:30 p.m. ET for what should have been a two-hour flight home. However, that trip time more than doubled due to the problems with their plane. According , an i sue with the engine forced the plane to make an emergency landing at JFK airport in Alshon Jeffery Jersey New York City.According , the Bengals plane landed in at JFK le s than an hour after leaving Providence. Delta 8861 Sports + Aviation (@SportsAviation) Once the flight touched down at JFK, the entire team was forced to exit the plane so that they could switch to a new plane. Here's what things looked like at the JFK gate as the Bengals waited for their new plane. waiting at JFK... less
As the NFL heads into Thanksgiving week, the begins to take full effect. All of a sudden the playoff standings matter as the final third of the season is coming, with some huge... moreAs the NFL heads into Thanksgiving week, the begins to take full effect. All of a sudden the playoff standings matter as the final third of the season is coming, with some huge games on the horizon between Thanksgiving and Christmas.The finally suffered their first lo s of the season in Week 10, but still lead the NFC with eight weeks to play. The are right on Philadelphia's heels in the race for home-field advantage, while the are a game behind the Eagles for the NFC East lead.The have Jason Kelce Jersey control for home-field advantage in the AFC while the look to get their act together and make a run at the top seed. The Bills first have to regain control of the AFC East as they currently sit in third place in the division -- a half game behind the first place .There are quite a few games over the course of the next few weeks that will have a significant impact on the playoff races in both conferences, along with causing a shakeup in the standings. Which games will be must see TV? These are the... less
to the ? Multiple players Alexandre Fortin Jersey for the AFC East team are hoping that is what happens this offseason. The champion quarterback as he decides his next step,... moreto the ? Multiple players Alexandre Fortin Jersey for the AFC East team are hoping that is what happens this offseason. The champion quarterback as he decides his next step, whether that is retirement, staying with the or moving on to new pastures, po sibly pastures with Gang Green.The 39-year-old says he will be making a decision " ." He was given permi sion by the Packers to speak with the Jets.Jets players are trying to help their team build a case for why No. 12 should make MetLife Stadium home. Cornerback first made his pitch on Twitter on Tuesday.Gardner wrote, "Aye Rodgers I promise if you become a Jet, I won't pick you off in practice & I'll burn the cheesehead," while tweeting a photoshopped image of Rodgers in a Jets uniform. Aye I promise if you become a Jet, I wont pick you off in practice & Ill burn the David Kampf Jersey cheesehead DROY GARDNER (@iamSauceGardner) Back in October, after New York's upset win over Green Bay at Lambeau Field,and headed off the field.As of Friday, Rodgers has... less
Welcome to the Tuesday edition of the Pick Six Newsletter!I hope you enjoyed watching J.J. Watt on Christmas night, because that will be the final time you ever get to see him... moreWelcome to the Tuesday edition of the Pick Six Newsletter!I hope you enjoyed watching J.J. Watt on Christmas night, because that will be the final time you ever get to see him play in a home game. The three-time Defensive Player of the Year sent shockwaves around the with a tweet on Tuesday where he appeared to .I should have known something big was coming today because the Chargers made the playoffs last night, and the Chargers ALWAYS get overshadowed by something. The good news for Chargers fans is that we'll be breaking down last night's game in today's newsletter, plus we'll be taking a look back at J.J. Watt's career.Here's your weekly reminder to tell all your friends to sign up for the Pick Six newsletter. To get them to sign up, all you have to do is with them. All right, let's get to the rundown.The Chargers are in the playoffs! I repeat, the Chargers are in the playoffs! One year after choking away a playoff berth, the Chargers made up for it by clinching one on Monday night with a 20-3 win... less
THE KANSAS CITY CHIEFS...High-ankle sprain be damned,was going to get the back to the . And yes, he got a little bit of help, too.With 17 seconds left, Mahomes scrambled five... moreTHE KANSAS CITY CHIEFS...High-ankle sprain be damned,was going to get the back to the . And yes, he got a little bit of help, too.With 17 seconds left, Mahomes scrambled five yards and on linebacker -- one of . That led to 's 45-yard game-winning field goal in that sends them to their third Super Bowl in four years.Mahomes threw for 326 yards and a pair of touchdowns. and had the scores.Defensively, was a terror, finishing with two sacks and five quarterback hits.Mahomes and Kelceafter the game.Mahomes and is story of the game, but it's far from the story. There's also...Valdes-Scantling: season highs in catches (six) and yards (116) -- after one catch for 6 yards last week!Jones: first postseason sacks of his career and : both rookies with interceptions, with Williams' coming off a deflection by yet Arik Armstead Jersey another rookie, It's this type of team effort that the Chiefs will need again (even with Mahomes healthier) because they have quite the powerhouse awaiting them in the Super Bowl. ...... less
The went off the rails in Week 13, thanks to a few significant results in both conferences. In a battle between the New York Giants and Washington Commanders, both teams tied... moreThe went off the rails in Week 13, thanks to a few significant results in both conferences. In a battle between the New York Giants and Washington Commanders, both teams tied after five quarters of play -- leaving the door open for the Seattle Seahawks to have a leg up on the race.The race for home-field advantage in the AFC heated up with the Kansas City Chiefs falling to the Cincinnati Bengals, as the took over the No. 1 seed. The Bills also took over the AFC East lead as the New York Jets and lost. The Baltimore Ravens retained first place in the AFC North after Cincinnati's big victory.This first weekend of December provided plenty of fireworks in the playoff Dwight Clark Jersey races. Below, you can find a division-by-division breakdown of the current standings and what each contender is facing on their schedule the rest of the way. WLTPCTDIFFBills930.750124Dolphins840.66710750.58329660.50023What to know:The Bills are back on top of the AFC East thanks to their win over the Patriots and the... less
After the and game Monday night following Bills safety , commi sioner Roger Goodell has informed both teams that the game will not be played this week.In a statement i sued by the... moreAfter the and game Monday night following Bills safety , commi sioner Roger Goodell has informed both teams that the game will not be played this week.In a statement i sued by the NFL, the league said that it continues to be in contact with the medical team that is caring for Hamlin, who remains in critical condition while receiving support at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest after sustaining a hit with 5:58 remaining in the first quarter of Monday night's game. The NFL elected to postpone the game roughly an hour after Hamlin was transported NFL Kansas City Chiefs Jersey off the field via an ambulance.NFL executive Jeff Miller said Wednesday that discu sions about what to do with the Bills-Bengals matchup are ongoing, and that a decision will be made, "in the coming days," . The Bengals are slated to host the on Sunday, while the Bills are set to host the Patriots on Sunday.NFL executive Troy Vincent said there have not been discu sions about postponing the... less
It's December, a time for contenders to emerge and pretenders to fade away.So go ahead and try explain what happened this past Sunday in the . The beat the , who came in at 10-2.... moreIt's December, a time for contenders to emerge and pretenders to fade away.So go ahead and try explain what happened this past Sunday in the . The beat the , who came in at 10-2. The beat the division-leading and the went on the road to beat the , a team that appeared to be surging to the postseason.Detroit, Jacksonville and Carolina are all alive in the playoff chase. In December? Can it be Larry Johnson Jersey ?The Lions have won five of six to get to 6-7 and get within a game and a half of being in the playoff picture. The Lions have done it behind the offense and especially underrated quarterback and the pa sing game. The defense has also improved over the past month.The Jaguars hadn't won at Tenne see since 2013 before Sunday and were coming off a beat down by the Lions the week before in which they looked lifele s. So who expected to throw for 368 yards and three touchdowns as the Jaguars won, 36-22, in dominant fashion? Lawrence has been as good as any quarterback in the league the last month... less
The can make the in back-to-back seasons for the first time in franchise history if they can beat the on Sunday in the AFC Championship Game. The matchup is a rematch of last... moreThe can make the in back-to-back seasons for the first time in franchise history if they can beat the on Sunday in the AFC Championship Game. The matchup is a rematch of last year's AFC title game in which the Bengals rallied from a three-score deficit to win 27-24 in overtime and reach the Super Bowl for the first time in 34 years. They fell 23-20 to the and are still in search of their first Super Bowl victory in franchise history. The Chiefs last reached Super Bowl 55 two seasons ago but lost 31-9 to the .Kickoff is set for 6:30 p.m. ET from Arrowhead Stadium. The Chiefs are 1.5-point favorites in the latest Chiefs vs. Bengals odds from Caesars Sportsbook and the over/under for total points scored is 47.5. Before locking in any Bengals vs. Chiefs picks, .A former Avery Bradley Jersey lead writer for Covers and The Linemakers, Hartstein combines a vast network of Vegas sources with an analytical approach he honed while working for Pro Football Focus. He entered the 2022 season 427-344 all-time on... less
The and are set to engage in what would change the entire complexity in the race for home-field advantage in the AFC playoffs. The Bills (12-3) enter Week 17 as the top seed in... moreThe and are set to engage in what would change the entire complexity in the race for home-field advantage in the AFC playoffs. The Bills (12-3) enter Week 17 as the top seed in the conference, needing to win their final two games to lock up the first-round bye and home-field advantage. The Bengals (11-4) must beat the Bills and need the to lose one of their Patrick Beverley Jersey last two games to lock up home-field advantage for the playoffs.This "Monday Night Football" showdown between the contenders is arguably the most anticipated matchup on the program in 25 years. What is at stake for both teams? What historical significance does this Bills-Bengals matchup provide? Here are some fun facts and playoff ramifications heading into this showdown: Home-field advantage in AFC: The Bills have locked up the AFC East, and need just two victories to take the No. 1 seed in the conference. Buffalo hasn't been the No. 1 seed in the AFC since the 1993 season (the last time the Bills made the Super Bowl).The... less
