AFC East, the Bills and NFL Week 17
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PHILADELPHIA − The Eagles are not catching a break even though snow won't be falling when they take on the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, New York, on Dec. 28. That's because the two teams will face a steady rain and gusty winds above 20 mph, making the conditions treacherous for the passing and kicking games.
The 49ers' Monday Night Football victory over Indianapolis helped secure Buffalo's spot in the postseason with two regular season games remaining.
The Buffalo Bills held workouts with three kickers after fill-in Michael Badgely had some struggles against the Cleveland Browns.
The Bills will be facing a potent offense and run defense when they host the defending Super Bowl champion Eagles on Sunday.
Philadelphia may have a slight psychological advantage. Josh Allen has beaten 30 NFL teams. The only one he hasn't beaten is the Eagles. In total, these proud franchises have crossed paths 15 times. Nine wins, including five of the last six, have gone in Philadelphia's favor.
Buffalo, which is the No. 6 seed in the AFC playoff picture, is nearly a lock to make the postseason and have a clear path to pluck the AFC East title. The Bills trail the Patriots by one game with three games to play.
Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills extended their hot stretch to four straight wins Sunday, coming from behind to defeat the Cleveland Browns 23-20 at Huntington Bank Field. Running back James Cook rushed for 117 yards and two touchdowns, leading the ground attack and helping Buffalo rally in the second half.
Sean McDermott confirmed that Josh Allen will play for the Bills in Week 17, despite dealing with a foot injury.