Chiefs Secure Dramatic Victory Over Bills in AFC Championship
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Chiefs Secure Dramatic Victory Over Bills in AFC Championship

ESPNAdam SchefterMonday, January 12, 2026

Patrick Mahomes leads Kansas City to another Super Bowl appearance with a last-minute touchdown drive.

In what many are calling an instant classic, the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Buffalo Bills 27-24 in a thrilling AFC Championship game. Patrick Mahomes orchestrated a masterful 75-yard drive in the final two minutes, capping it off with a 15-yard touchdown pass to Travis Kelce.

"This team never gives up," Mahomes said after the game. "We've been in these situations before, and we know how to handle the pressure."

The Bills, led by Josh Allen's 350 passing yards and 3 touchdowns, fought valiantly but came up short for the fourth consecutive year against their AFC rivals.

Kansas City will now face the winner of the NFC Championship in Super Bowl LIX.

Key Moments

The game featured several momentum swings that kept fans on the edge of their seats:

  1. <strong>First Quarter</strong>: Buffalo jumped out to a 10-0 lead with Allen connecting on two deep passes.
  2. <strong>Second Quarter</strong>: Kansas City responded with 17 unanswered points, including a 65-yard touchdown run.
  3. <strong>Third Quarter</strong>: The Bills clawed back, tying the game at 24-24.
  4. <strong>Fourth Quarter</strong>: Mahomes' final drive will go down in playoff history.

Looking Ahead

The Chiefs are now one win away from their third Super Bowl title in six years. The dynasty continues in Kansas City.

Topics

NFLChiefsBillsPlayoffsAFC Championship