We’re a little over 32 hours from one of the biggest AFC Championship tilts in NFL history when the Baltimore Ravens host the Kansas City Chiefs at M&T Bank Stadium.
Since becoming Kansas City’s head coach in 2013, Andy Reid has been 4-1 through the regular season against the Ravens, while quarterback Patrick Mahomes has been 3-1.
Last Sunday, the Chiefs defeated the Bills in Buffalo 27-24 to advance to the AFC’s final game, while Baltimore is riding high after a 34-10 win over Houston and rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud.
With preparation for the matchup set to begin, we’re looking at one thing to watch at each offensive position group.
Colin Cowherd--Ravens
Nov 16, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews (89) runs after a catch during the first quarter against Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson (55) at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Colin Cowherd reveals his AFC and NFC Championship picks, featuring the Baltimore Ravens defeating the Kansas City Chiefs at home and the Detroit Lions covering on the road against the San Francisco 49ers. Do you agree with Colin’s picks?
CBS Sports--Chiefs
Oct 22, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) catches punt during warms ups prior to the game against the Detroit Lions at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Pete Prisco has Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs returning to the Super Bowl.
The Ringer--Ravens
The Ringer is picking Baltimore to win the AFC title.
ESPN --Ravens
Jan 20, 2024; Baltimore, MD, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) reacts after running past for Houston Texans defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins (98) for a touchdown during the fourth quarter in a 2024 AFC divisional round game at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Six of the nine experts at ESPN are picking Baltimore.
The Athletic--Ravens
Sep 19, 2021; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) leads the offense in the third quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-USA TODAY Sports
Seven of eight NFL executives are picking Baltimore on behalf of The Athletic.
The Guardian --Ravens
Dec 24, 2022; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back Gus Edwards (35) rushes during the game against the Atlanta Falcons at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 19, 2021; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) throws during the second quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
All but one expert at Bleacher Report is picking Kansas City.
Sporting News--Ravens
Oct 22, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) catches punt during warms ups prior to the game against the Detroit Lions at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
The Sporting News is picking Baltimore to win at home.
DraftKings--Ravens
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen (6) in action during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith (0) looks on between plays during the second half of the NFL divisional round playoff football game against the Houston Texans, Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
All seven writers at USA Today are picking Baltimore.
Baltimore Sun--Ravens
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 31: Roquan Smith #0 of the Baltimore Ravens reacts as he leads a huddle prior to an NFL football game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Miami Dolphins at M&T Bank Stadium on December 31, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)
Three of the four experts at the Baltimore Sun are picking Baltimore.
NFL.com--Chiefs
Sep 19, 2021; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) under pressure in the third quarter from Baltimore Ravens linebacker Odafe Oweh (99) at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-USA TODAY Sports
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – SEPTEMBER 28: Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs and Lamar Jackson #8 of the Baltimore Ravens greet each other at the end of the game at M&T Bank Stadium on September 28, 2020 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
Mike Florio and Chris Simms are split on the AFC title game.
The MMQB--Split
Sep 19, 2021; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) looks towards Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey (44) during the first half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
