The NFL playoffs heat up (and cool down) this weekend
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Josh Allen or Lamar Jackson? Debating the MVP front-runners ahead of Ravens-Bills
The careers of Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen are inextricably linked. Both taken in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft, the two quarterbacks arrived in the NFL facing serious, albeit very different, questions about their pro prospects. Seven years later, they're neck and neck in the league's QB hierarchy. And the next chapter in their playoff journeys will come against each other.
Sources - Ravens claim WR Diontae Johnson on waivers - ESPN
The Baltimore Ravens claimed their former wide receiver Diontae Johnson on waivers from the Houston Texans, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Wednesday.
NFL Playoffs Briefing: The stars were on display during Wild Card Weekend
Editor's Note: Throughout the NFL playoffs, Chris Myers and his research team analyze upcoming matchups, while providing news, notes, and nuggets for inside access to the information an NFL broadcaster uses to prepare for calling a game.
WR Diontae Johnson waived after two games with Texans - ESPN
The Houston Texans on Tuesday waived wide receiver Diontae Johnson as they prepare for their divisional-round playoff game on Saturday against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Buffalo Bills bounce back to beat Denver Broncos and progress in NFL play-offs
The Buffalo Bills recovered from an early deficit to beat the Denver Broncos 31-7 and advance to the divisional round of the NFL play-offs.
Josh Allen, balanced Bills dominate Broncos in wild-card win - ESPN
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Josh Allen threw two touchdown passes, James Cook scored on a 5-yard run and finished with 120 yards rushing, and the Buffalo Bills leaned on a balanced offensive attack in a 31-7 win over the Denver Broncos in a wild-card playoff game Sunday.