The Kansas City Chiefs (15-2) are set to host the Buffalo Bills (13-4) in the AFC Championship Game on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at Arrowhead Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET. This matchup features two of the league’s most efficient offenses. The Chiefs, led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes, averaged 22.6 points per game during the regular season, ranking 15th in the league. Mahomes threw for 4,046 yards and 26 touchdowns, with rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy emerging as a key target, leading the team in receptions and yards since Week 13. The Chiefs’ rushing attack, led by Isiah Pacheco, contributed 1,790 yards, averaging 4.0 yards per carry. Defensively, Kansas City allowed 19.2 points per game, ranking fourth in the NFL, and recorded 39 sacks, with defensive tackle Chris Jones leading the team with 15.5 sacks.

The Bills’ offense has been more efficient than the Chiefs’, gaining more yards per play and scoring more points per drive. Buffalo accumulated 6,105 yards this season compared to Kansas City’s 5,570, with higher efficiency metrics in yards per play (6.0 versus 5.1). Additionally, the Bills scored 525 points this season (second in the league) compared to Kansas City’s 385 points (15th). Both teams have strong ball control and low turnover rates, but Buffalo has been more consistent in scoring during the playoffs. The Bills’ offensive efficiency and scoring consistency make them a legit threat to knock off the Chiefs.