Buffalo Bills Dominate Denver Broncos in Playoff Clash
BUFFALO, N.Y. — In a commanding playoff performance, the Buffalo Bills defeated the Denver Broncos 31-7, showcasing an impressive display of rushing offense and time of possession. Running back James Cook was the standout player, rushing for 120 yards and scoring a touchdown, while quarterback Josh Allen demonstrated his MVP credentials with 272 passing yards, two touchdowns, and 46 rushing yards.
Buffalo controlled the clock, possessing the ball for an astounding 41 minutes compared to the Broncos’ 18. The Bills executed 72 plays, earning 26 first downs, while limiting Denver to only 36 plays and 13 first downs.
The Broncos struck first, executing a swift 70-yard drive on their opening possession culminating in a 43-yard touchdown pass from Bo Nix to Troy Franklin. However, Buffalo countered with a steady first half and led 10-7 at halftime, aided by a missed field goal from Denver’s Wil Lutz in the closing moments.
Nix, despite the loss, completed 13 of 22 passes for 144 yards and led the Broncos in rushing with 43 yards. Denver briefly shifted momentum with a successful fake punt in the second quarter, but they stalled on the drive that followed.
The Bills took control in the second half, scoring on four consecutive possessions, ultimately kneeling out the clock deep in Denver territory as they solidified their victory.
With this win, the Bills advanced to the Divisional Round where they are set to host the Baltimore Ravens, led by Lamar Jackson, in what promises to be an exciting matchup between MVP candidates.