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Bills' defense won't have first-round rookie for playoff opener vs. Jaguars

The Buffalo Bills will need to advance past the Jacksonville Jaguars if first-round rookie cornerback Maxwell Hairston will have a chance to make his NFL playoff debut this year.

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Bills tight end named among top 100 NFL cut candidates in 2026

During the 2025 offseason, the Buffalo Bills were able to lock up the majority of their core players. General manager Brandon Beane came to terms with wide receiver Khalil Shakir, linebacker Terrel Bernard, cornerback Christian Benford, defensive end Greg Rousseau, and running back James Cook.

Buffalo Bills News / Field Level Media / January 9

Bills rule out LB Terrel Bernard, two others vs. Jaguars

Buffalo Bills starting linebacker Terrel Bernard, cornerback Maxwell Hairston and safety Damar Hamlin have been ruled out for Sunday's AFC wild-card game against the host Jacksonville Jaguars.

Sean McDermott News / A to Z Sports / January 9

Sean McDermott delivers key updates that shape how the Bills will approach their playoff matchup against the Jaguars

The Buffalo Bills once again find themselves shorthanded heading into a pivotal matchup. With the playoff matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars looming, head coach Sean McDermott provided some pivotal updates regarding the team.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / January 9

Bills QB Josh Allen Receives Good News Before Jaguars Game

Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills finished the 2025 NFL regular season going 12-5 and securing the No. 6 seed in the playoffs. They square off against Trevor Lawrence and the No.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

NFL News / Buffalo Bills on SI / January 9

Bills starting kicker misses practice before critical Wild-Card matchup with Jaguars

A key Buffalo Bills starter missed practice Friday, days ahead of a Wild-Card matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. However, the news may not be as bad as it appears at first glance.

Josh Allen News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 9

No more excuses, Bills’ Josh Allen must deliver a Super Bowl

Yes, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen has dealt with a recent foot injury. And yes, the Bills have some issues on defense. However, the excuses are gone for Allen, and he must do it this year and win the Super Bowl.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / January 9

Five Bills veterans seek redemption against Jaguars for past playoff defeat

The Buffalo Bills are heading to Jacksonville to face the Jaguars in the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs, and their last postseason trip to Duval County eight years ago marked Sean McDermott's first playoff game as the Bills' head coach.

Joe Brady News / Buffalo Bills on SI / January 9

Joe Brady lands NFL head coach interview ahead of Bills vs. Jaguars game, per report

Once a hot commodity when it came to potential head coach openings, Joe Brady’s name is starting to heat up again with the Buffalo Bills on the cusp of a playoff run.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 9

Ravens Request Interview With Bills OC Joe Brady For HC Job

Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that the Ravens have submitted a request to interview Bills OC Joe Brady for their head-coaching job. Here’s the updated

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / January 9

Bills without WR, RB for second practice, availability vs. Jaguars in jeopardy

Two Buffalo Bills' skill players have yet to hit the practice field this week ahead of the January 11 road playoff game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / January 9

Jaguars can't be fooled by a potentially false narrative surrounding the Buffalo Bills' defense in Wild Card matchup

The Jacksonville Jaguars are playing their first playoff game in a few years, and it’s the first year under new head coach Liam Coen. In this matchup, much like their last one, they’re tasked with playing against a powerful and dangerous team.

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NFL News / Buffalo Bills on SI / January 9

Buffalo Bills vs Jacksonville Jaguars Wild Card weekend expert pick roundup

The Buffalo Bills are on the road for the first round of the NFL playoffs as they face the AFC South winners, the Jacksonville Jaguars, during Wild Card weekend.

Buffalo Bills News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 8

Bills to sell memorabilia from Highmark Stadium before demolition

Bills Mafia has a chance to own a piece of the team’s legacy. Following news that the Buffalo Bills will be demolishing Highmark Stadium to create their new facility across the street, fans will be able to have a piece of memorabilia from the stadium to keep with them.

NFL News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / January 8

Buffalo Bills at Jacksonville Jaguars 2026 NFL Super Wild Card Preview, Prediction & Odds

The NFL playoffs are heating up this Saturday, and today could be a strong one for bettors with the Buffalo Bills taking on the Jacksonville Jaguars in Duval.

Sean McDermott News / Buffalo Bills on SI / January 8

John Harbuagh could be hired as Buffalo Bills' next head coach, writes NFL insider

Could Sean McDermott be let go as Buffalo Bills head coach if things go awry this postseason? An NFL insider thinks so. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio reported this week that, after the former Baltimore Ravens head coach was let go from his former job, he may be eyeing an opportunity with a ready-made Super Bowl contender.

Matt Prater News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 8

Bills’ Matt Prater gets huge upgrade on playoff injury report for Jaguars game

The Buffalo Bills can be expected to have veteran kicker Matt Prater for this coming Sunday’s AFC Wild Card Round matchup against Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville.

Buffalo Bills News / A to Z Sports / January 8

Bills unlock a potential killer duo on offense in latest injury report, Josh Allen has added confidence heading into playoffs

The Buffalo Bills are gearing up for the highly-anticipated matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first round of the NFL playoffs. Quarterback Josh Allen spoke to the media ahead of the contest about some areas that he needs to improve on if the team wants to walk away with a victory.

Buffalo Bills News / NFL Analysis Network / January 8

Josh Allen vows to lead Bills past playoff heartbreak with calm, focused mindset vs Jaguars

Josh Allen knows exactly what is at stake this weekend. The Buffalo Bills quarterback has lived through enough playoff heartbreak to understand that talk means nothing without execution, and his message to the locker room ahead of the Wild Card trip to Jacksonville is simple: learn, adapt, and prove it.

Buffalo Bills News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 8

Bills fatal flaw that will derail Super Bowl hopes in AFC playoffs

The Buffalo Bills are in the AFC playoffs for the seventh straight season, looking for the first Super Bowl in franchise history. And in a season with no Patrick Mahomes, no Lamar Jackson, and no Joe Burrow in the postseason, Josh Allen and company have as good a shot as ever at making the Big Game.