What Chiefs Learned from Bills-Broncos Divisional Round

Allen committed four turnovers - two interceptions and two fumbles - and James Cook fumbled early in the first half with Buffalo driving. Those turnovers proved costly and were too much to overcome, as the Broncos prevailed 33-30 in overtime.

Here are a couple of lessons the Chiefs learned from the polarizing playoff game.

Denver Will be Kansas City's Top Threat in the AFC West in 2026

Despite being No. 1 seed in the AFC, the Broncos were looked over, as most of the public picked the Bills to win this game solely because of Allen. Other than quarterback, Denver has the advantage at every other position, including head coach.

While the Broncos won 11 one-score games in the regular season, and continued that trend on Saturday, the roster cannot be understated. Denver's ability to create pressure with the front four was apparent throughout the season, as the defense totaled 68 sacks, leading the NFL.

Unfortunately, Box Nix suffered a fractured ankle, ending his season, and potentially derailing the Broncos Super Bowl apsirations.

As for next season, Nix will be entering his third year on his rookie contract, so the Broncos' roster could be even more loaded in 2026. Because of that, Denver has a legitimate chance of repeating as division champions.

Bills Miss an Opportunity

For years, the discourse has been about how many Super Bowls Buffalo would have been in if it were not for Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. That presented itself for the Bills, but Buffalo failed to take advantage of the opportunity.

Sean McDermott could be fired after this result, and it could be difficult for the Bills to recover and work their way back to this spot next year with an improved AFC, which could include Kansas City in the playoff picture.

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