Patrick Mahomes faces an uphill battle as Kansas City Chiefs prepare for Sunday’s AFC Championship Game against the Buffalo Bills. In their Week 11 loss to the Bills this season, Mahomes avoided running, setting off a debate about his approach in the upcoming matchup. “They do a good job of making sure any quarterbacks that use their legs are limited,” offensive coordinator Matt Nagy noted. “But Pat has done great in big moments.” Mahomes knows Buffalo’s defense will likely employ a Spy-Spy system to monitor his quarterbacking, but he remains confident. “You just play to win,” he said. “There will be opportunities to run the ball or throw it downfield.” Chiefs head coach Andy Reid acknowledged that Buffalo’s spy tactics worked in past games—despite no running plays called during Mahomes’ previous visits—but emphasized the Bills’ strong rushing game and Josh Allen’s dual-threat abilities. Reid noted their team is prepared to adapt on Sunday, whether that means leaning on Mahomes or spreading the ball wide. The AFC Championship Game promises to be a high-stakes showdown against a formidable Bills team, with both teams primed for success.
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