The NFL has officially released its Wild Card Weekend schedule, and the Buffalo Bills (13-4) will host the Denver Broncos (10-7) on Sunday, January 12, at 1 p.m. ET at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, NY. The game will air live on CBS as the Bills begin their quest for a Super Bowl title.
The Road to Wild Card Weekend
- Broncos’ Resurgence: Denver secured the AFC’s final playoff spot with a resounding 38-0 win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 18. Rookie QB Bo Nix led the offense, while Denver’s defense delivered a dominant performance, raising expectations for their first playoff appearance since 2015.
- Bills’ Strategic Rest: Buffalo took a different route, resting key starters in a 23-16 loss to the Patriots. Despite the defeat, the Bills held onto the No. 2 seed, setting up a home-field matchup against a dangerous Broncos squad.
Buffalo’s Wild Card Fortress
The Bills are no strangers to Wild Card success, boasting a 4-0 record in Orchard Park during Wild Card Weekend over the past four years. With Josh Allen leading the offense and Sean McDermott’s defense playing at a high level, the Bills will look to keep their streak alive and advance to the Divisional Round.
Full Wild Card Weekend Schedule
Saturday, January 11
- Chargers at Texans (4:30 p.m. ET, CBS)
- Steelers at Ravens (8 p.m. ET, Prime Video)
Sunday, January 12
- Broncos at Bills (1 p.m. ET, CBS)
- Packers at Eagles (4:30 p.m. ET, FOX)
- Commanders at Buccaneers (8 p.m. ET, NBC)
Monday, January 13
- Lions OR Vikings at Rams (8 p.m. ET, ESPN/ABC)
What to Watch For
- Rookie Showdown: Denver’s rookie QB Bo Nix faces a daunting challenge against Buffalo’s opportunistic defense in a playoff debut.
- Bills’ Playoff Pedigree: With Josh Allen at the helm, Buffalo has consistently been a postseason powerhouse. Can Allen and Stefon Diggs exploit Denver’s defense?
- Mile High Momentum: The Broncos enter the playoffs on a high note. Will they carry that energy into Orchard Park?
The Next Chapter
The Bills and Broncos clash promises to be a thrilling postseason opener. Circle your calendars, set your alarms, and prepare for a Wild Card showdown that could set the tone for a dramatic playoff journey. Kickoff is at 1 p.m. on CBS!
