In the lead-up to the NFL playoffs, discussions surrounding potential matchups often focus on the fear of facing certain teams. However, Nick (a prominent figure in Chiefs’ media) has an interesting take: a Bengals win against the Buffalo Bills in the postseason would be a great outcome for the Kansas City Chiefs. Here’s why:

Resting Key Players Ahead of the Playoffs

As the Chiefs approach the final stretch of the regular season, they’re set to rest several key players. Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Chris Jones, and DeAndre Hopkins are expected to sit out of the Sunday game, which will likely be a relaxed affair for Kansas City. Other injured players, including Joe Thuney, Xavier Worthy, Trent McDuffie, and Jawan Taylor, are also expected to be sidelined. With so many key players unavailable, the Chiefs are gearing up for the postseason, knowing the importance of keeping their stars healthy.

However, there’s still a focus on the Chiefs’ potential to reach a 16-1 record. While it’s not their primary goal, achieving this milestone would mark a historic achievement for the franchise, making them the first-ever NFL team to reach 19 wins in a season.

The Bengals’ Potential to Knock Out Buffalo

Now, let’s look at the Bengals. Many believe the Chiefs should be cautious about the Bengals in the postseason, but Nick disagrees. He points out that Kansas City is undefeated against Cincinnati in their last three matchups, and the Bengals have not posed a real threat to them over the past two seasons. However, the media narrative around the Bengals making the playoffs is curious, especially when considering how well Cincinnati has performed against Buffalo.

In the past, Cincinnati has outperformed Buffalo, even beating them in the playoffs two years ago. More recently, they also defeated the Bills in the regular season last year. If Cincinnati continues its strong form and knocks out Buffalo in the playoffs, this would actually work in the Chiefs’ favor, according to Nick.

The Chiefs’ Playoff Scenario

The reality is that if the Bengals win against Buffalo, they eliminate the team that has beaten the Chiefs in the past 375 days. The Bills remain the Chiefs’ only recent playoff nemesis. Nick makes it clear that the only team that has beaten the Chiefs in the last year is Buffalo, and if Cincinnati can take down the Bills in the postseason, it opens up a favorable path for Kansas City.

Buffalo’s Playoff Struggles

Nick also brings attention to Buffalo’s own struggles in the playoffs. Josh Allen, the Bills’ star quarterback, has had a rough run in recent years. He has lost multiple times to Patrick Mahomes and Joe Burrow in the postseason, including two divisional-round defeats and an AFC Championship loss. The pressure will be immense for Allen if he faces either Mahomes or Burrow again, especially at home.

For Nick, if the Bengals can knock out the Bills, it would mean a huge advantage for the Chiefs, as it would eliminate one of the top threats in the AFC. It would also be a massive morale boost for Kansas City, knowing that their playoff path could be a little less challenging.

Why a Bengals Win Is Ideal for the Chiefs

Ultimately, Nick argues that any scenario where the Bengals beat the Bills is ideal for the Chiefs. There are only two possible outcomes:

The Bengals lose in the first round, which doesn’t impact the Chiefs much.

The Bengals knock out the Bills, which is an “awesome outcome” for Kansas City.

The Chiefs wouldn’t have to worry about Buffalo in the postseason, and the Bengals would have done them a huge favor.

Conclusion

Nick’s viewpoint challenges the common narrative that the Bengals’ playoff hopes are a potential threat to the Chiefs. Instead, he sees it as an opportunity for Kansas City. If Cincinnati can eliminate Buffalo, the Chiefs would be in a prime position to make another Super Bowl run. For Nick, a Bengals playoff win isn’t something to fear — it’s something to celebrate.

In the end, it’s about the Chiefs looking ahead, focusing on their own health, and positioning themselves for postseason success. Whether they end up playing the Bengals or someone else, Nick believes that the Chiefs’ road to another title could be made easier with a Bengals win over the Bills.