Chiefs vs. Bills: Three must-know storylines for Sunday’s Week 9 matchup
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The Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills are set to face off at Highmark Stadium on Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET, with the game broadcast on CBS and NFL+. This matchup marks the 10th meeting between quarterbacks Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes since 2020, often considered a preview of potential AFC Championship games.
The Chiefs, overcoming an 0-2 start, have improved to a 5-3 record. Their offense, led by Mahomes, has been strong, with wide receiver Rashee Rice contributing significantly since returning from suspension. However, the team will be without running back Isiah Pacheco due to a knee injury, giving rookie Brashard Smith an opportunity against the Bills' struggling run defense.
Buffalo's defense faces challenges, particularly against Mahomes' rushing capabilities, a known weakness for the Bills. The team ranks 31st in rushing yards allowed per game but excels in pass defense, ranking second in several categories. The Bills' offense
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