Author name: Omar Rodríguez

The Commanders shocked the NFL by eliminating the Lions 45-31 in an explosive offensive showdown. Led by rookie quarterback Jaydan Daniel, Washington advanced to the Divisional Championship for the first time since 1991, capitalizing on Detroit’s costly mistakes. In the most critical game for the Detroit Lions, the top team in the NFC crumbled against a Washington Commanders squad that seized every opportunity. With a stellar offensive performance, the fourth-seeded team in the NFC defied all odds to clinch their spot. This marks the Commanders’ first trip to the Divisional Championship since 1991, back when the team was still known as the Washington Redskins. Commanders Outscore the Lions At Ford Field, defense was virtually nonexistent as the game featured a staggering 76 total points, with Detroit’s mistakes playing a pivotal role in the outcome. The first quarter began modestly, with a touchdown for the home team and a field goal for the visitors, resulting in a 7-3 lead for the Lions. The excitement ramped up in the second quarter, as the Commanders exploded for 28 points. One of these touchdowns came from an interception return off Jared Goff. Meanwhile, the Lions managed to add 14 points to their tally. By halftime, Washington had flipped the script, leading 31-21. In the third quarter, it seemed like Detroit was mounting a comeback with a touchdown that narrowed the gap to 28-31. However, in the final quarter, the Commanders’ offense struck again. Rookie Jaydan Daniel and his teammates dismantled a Lions defense that failed to hold its ground, adding two more touchdowns to push their total to 45 points, compared to Detroit’s 28. You may be interested in: Chiefs: One Step Away from Their Third Consecutive Super Bowl A late field goal by the Lions was not enough to shift the momentum, and the game concluded 45-31. The defeat eliminated a team that, just days ago and throughout much of the regular season, seemed destined to appear in the Divisional Championship.

The Chiefs defeated the Texans 23-14 to qualify for their seventh consecutive AFC Championship Game and remain in pursuit of their third straight Super Bowl title. Kansas City Chiefs continue to amaze, as their victory against the Houston Texans yesterday secured their place in the AFC Championship Game for the seventh consecutive year. They are now in pursuit of their third straight Super Bowl and, potentially, the coveted three-peat title. The Chiefs will now wait to learn their opponent, which will be determined in the matchup between the Bills and the Ravens. An Unstoppable Chiefs Team The action at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium began well for the home team’s offense. With six points from two field goals, the Chiefs took an early lead over the Texans, who managed only three points from a field goal of their own. In the second quarter, Kansas City extended their lead further with a rushing touchdown by Kareem Hunt. Houston, on the other hand, could only add another field goal, bringing the halftime score to 13-6 in favor of the Chiefs. The third quarter seemed poised for a tighter battle, as a touchdown by the Texans brought them within striking distance. However, with the missed extra point, the Chiefs maintained a narrow 13-12 lead. In the final quarter, Patrick Mahomes took charge, orchestrating a brilliant offensive attack. The highlight of the game came when Mahomes, while being tackled and just inches from the ground, launched an incredible pass without any footing. The football sailed perfectly into Travis Kelce’s hands, creating an iconic moment. After that, the Chiefs shut down the Texans’ scoring opportunities. They added another field goal to make it 23-12. With just 11 seconds left, Kansas opted for a deliberate safety, gifting the Texans two points and setting the final score at 23-14.

The actions of the Divisional Round of the playoffs will close today with a game that promises to be one of the best of the postseason, Buffalo Bills will face Baltimore Ravens to define the last finalist that will play for the divisional championship game where the Chiefs are waiting for their opponent. At 5:30 p.m., Mexico Central Time, Highmark Stadium will host the clash between the second place overall in the AFC, the Bills, with a 13-4 streak, against the third place overall in the regular season, the Ravens, with a 12-5 streak. This will be an offensive duel, as the Bills average 31 points per game, while the Ravens average 28 points per game, which makes us expect a game full of offensive action. In addition to this, two of the best quarterbacks of the season will be on the gridiron, which will be another very interesting duel between Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson, where a spectacular play, or a mistake made by each one can define this result. Ravens with historical advantage In the historical stats, the Ravens have won 8 of their last 13 meetings against the Bills, and in the last meeting between these two franchises, the Ravens crushed the Bills 35-10 in Week 4 of last regular season. Cover photo: X (@BuffaloBills)

The Philadelphia Eagles will face the Los Angeles Rams in the Divisional Round to determine the second guest to the National Conference championship game, where the Washington Commmanders, who surprised the Lions, are already waiting for them. At 2:00 p.m., Mexico Central Time, Lincoln Financial Field will host a game in which the locals look like favorites, thanks to their second place in the overall standings of the NFC, with a great 14-3 streak. The Rams, with a seventh-place finish and a 10-7 streak in the regular season, will be hoping for an upset result like in the first Divisional Round game, where the fourth-place team knocked out the No. 1 seed. Eagles’ slight edge in history In the historical section, the Eagles have a slight advantage over their rivals, since in their last 7 meetings, the Philadelphia Eagles have won 4, while the Los Angeles Eagles have 3 victories. Their last meeting was just in the 2024 regular season, where the Eagles defeated the Rams 37-20, and the Rams have not been able to beat the Eagles since 2020. Cover photo: X (@Eagles)

The Kansas City Chiefs and Houston Texans will kick off the Divisional Round of the playoffs. The wait is over. The 2025 NFL Divisional Round playoffs begin today with a matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Houston Texans. GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium will host a game that promises to be a thrilling showdown to determine the first team to qualify for the AFC Championship. The Chiefs Must Prove What They’re Capable Of Statistics favor the Chiefs as the favorites to win this game. With the No. 1 seed in the AFC, earned through their impressive 15-2 record, Kansas City enters the game with a strong resume. However, during the regular season, there were more than a few games where last-minute miracles were needed to save the Chiefs. Now, after a week of rest and with a must-win game ahead, the Chiefs must prove that their 15-win season wasn’t just an illusion or a stroke of luck. As the reigning champions, they’re vying for a three-peat and their third consecutive Super Bowl victory in Super Bowl LIX. The Texans Will Need to Play a Perfect Game While the Chiefs didn’t often blow out their opponents with lopsided scores, the Texans must remain wary of the individual quality Kansas City possesses. When these stars come together, they’re nearly unstoppable. To beat the Chiefs, Houston will need to deliver a flawless performance. One advantage Houston might have is their preparation and momentum following their Wild Card victory against the Chargers. The Texans showed great form in that game, although the final score was influenced by several costly mistakes from Los Angeles. As such, Houston cannot afford to be overconfident. Chiefs Lead the Historical Record With a 10-8 advantage over the Texans, Kansas City also has history on their side. Houston hasn’t beaten the Chiefs since 2019. Their most recent matchups in 2020, 2022, and 2024 all ended in victories for Kansas City. The last encounter between these two franchises took place less than a month ago, on December 21, 2024, when Kansas City defeated Houston 27-19.