In another surprising turn, the Houston Texans stunned the Los Angeles Chargers with a 32-12 victory. This unexpected outcome has set up a challenging matchup for the Texans, who will face the Kansas City Chiefs, the top seed in the AFC, in the next round. The Chiefs enjoyed a bye during the Wild Card Round, giving them an advantage as they prepare for their playoff run.
The NFC also saw intense action, with the Philadelphia Eagles defeating the Green Bay Packers 22-10, reinforcing their status as a formidable contender for the Super Bowl. The Eagles will clash with the Los Angeles Rams, who delivered a commanding performance against the Minnesota Vikings, winning 27-9 and tying an NFL playoff record with nine sacks on quarterback Sam Darnold.
An upset occurred when the Washington Commanders edged out the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20, thanks to a late-game-winning drive led by Jayden Daniels. The Commanders will now face the top-seeded Detroit Lions in the Divisional Round, adding another layer of excitement to the playoff picture.
The upcoming Divisional Round matchups are set, with the Kansas City Chiefs taking on the Houston Texans on January 18, followed by the Buffalo Bills facing the Baltimore Ravens on January 19. In the NFC, the Detroit Lions will meet the Washington Commanders on January 18, while the Philadelphia Eagles will battle the Los Angeles Rams on January 19. The AFC and NFC Championship Games are scheduled for January 26, leading up to Super Bowl LIX on February 9 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.
Josh Allen's performance not only secured a win for the Bills but also made him the franchise's all-time leader in passing touchdowns. Meanwhile, Jayden Daniels of the Commanders also shone brightly, throwing for 268 yards and two touchdowns without any interceptions, further highlighting the competitive nature of this year's playoffs.
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