Next week's matchup between Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen won't determine the NFL MVP, but it carries significant weight as the Baltimore Ravens and the Buffalo Bills vie for a spot in the AFC championship game. The Ravens, with a record of 13-5, will face off against the Bills, who stand at 14-4, in the divisional round. Meanwhile, the Kansas City Chiefs, led by Patrick Mahomes, will host the Houston Texans, helmed by C.J. Stroud. The winners of these matchups will compete on January 26 for a chance to secure a berth in the Super Bowl.
The Bills secured their spot in the divisional round with a commanding 31-7 victory over the Denver Broncos, while the Ravens advanced after a 28-14 win against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Texans also emerged victorious with a 32-12 win over the Chargers. The Chiefs, having clinched the No. 1 seed, enjoyed a bye week.
