The Baltimore Ravens are set to clash with the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Divisional Round following impressive victories in the Wild Card round. The Ravens, seeded No. 3, defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 28-14, showcasing a robust performance. Meanwhile, the No. 2 seeded Bills secured their spot by dominating the Denver Broncos 31-7.
In their previous encounter in Week 4, the Ravens triumphed decisively, winning 35-10 behind a stellar showing from Derrick Henry, who rushed for 199 yards and scored twice. Both teams have evolved since then, with Baltimore's defense tightening and Buffalo refining its offensive operation.
This upcoming matchup not only features two powerful teams but also pits the league's top MVP candidates against each other: Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson and Bills quarterback Josh Allen. The NFL Honors will reveal the MVP winner, but Jackson's recent achievements, including first-team All-Pro honors, position him as a strong contender.
The Ravens and Bills have met once before in the playoffs, with Buffalo emerging victorious in a tightly contested 2020 Divisional Round game that ended 17-3. A critical moment in that matchup was Taron Johnson's 101-yard interception return for a touchdown, which provided Buffalo with a significant lead.
Details regarding the date and kickoff time of the Divisional Round game are still pending, but the NFL is expected to announce the complete schedule soon.
