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Wide right, the most dreaded words in Bills history. That was probably the best chance Buffalo will ever have beating Kansas in the playoffs. Allen was a bit wayward and as much as he makes good plays with his feet I do think he puts himself in harm's way quite often. Was also very fortunate on that fumble they recovered. Ravens and Chiefs AFC Chamlionshop game should be interesting. On the NFC side Dan Campbell does it again. So much credit goes to the Detroit Lions. They go on to meet the Niners in the conference title game and I've got no doubt anyone that isn't a Niners fan will be pulling for Detroit. It's a shame because I would be too. Should be a great game too and hopefully it doesn't rain.

A great game for the public, for the fans involved maybe not so much with heart rates going up like odometers. Still, another classic encounter in Packers-49ers post season history. Green Bay came to play, the weather was something they are used to and they hit the ground running with yards on the ground. All week I was banging on about defending runs outside the tackles and how losing Clelin Ferrell was going to hurt and this was evident with Jones early. I thought LeFleur outcoached Shanahan in this game. Kyle went pass heavy early in the rain and I'm sure CMC had touched the ball maybe twice in the first quarter and a half. These weird calls happen so often with Kyle and I never understand it. Purdy can not seem to throw at all in the wet. He made two brilliant throws when it counted but I counted at least 8 throws that were no-where near the receiver. The Packers didn't commit any PI penalties but it sure is easy to do that when the ball is not even in the post code you're in. I will say Green Bay brought excellent pressure on Purdy all game. Rashan Gary and co have had a great season. It was just a very tough game and the Niners kept shooting themselves in the foot with penalties and big kick off returns when it looked like they could have been turning the tide. Ambrey Thomas had a nightmare and LaFleur picked up on this as he targeted him consistently. Late in the game we started to get pressure on Love and eventually got the turnover we needed. It was just enough in the end. A win is a win but the confidence took a little dip after that. Deebo could be in trouble with that shoulder and there are others playing banged up. Fingers are crossed that there are no more rainy games. Purdy will have the wet weather choker tag until he can work well in those conditions. For the Packers they definitely should hold their head up high. Balled out all game and very nearly took it out. I thought Jordan Love started quite well but unfortunately made those mistakes later on. I really enjoy watching this guy play. He moves well on his feet and evades pressure, makes all kinds of throws (That one to Jaylen Reed in the flat before the half was incredible). I've said it before but I'm a fan of Jordan Love and I would probably prefer him to Purdy. His all round arm ability is just better, he'll learn heaps from this game and the Packers have a Franchise QB once again by the look of it. Green Bay also have a swag of young talent there, can see them going one better next year with some good additions and a healthy AJ Dillon.

Wow, what a tough game. I'm exhausted

Packers back in front. Maybe we'll see some scoring open up

Brutal PI and Ambrey Thomas has been doing it all night. Love finds Melton in the endzone from 20 yards. They're in this with a huge chance now.

3 and out to start the 2nd half. Not good

Excellent block from Wooden on the line, gives the Packers a lift in a very tough game. For the Niners I thought Shanahan was too cagey on that drive and looked scared of giving the ball back. That's the time to take a risk.

Deebo questionable but looking more like out. Huge blow as even when he doesn't have the ball he's useful running motions and decoy plays.

Finally got some good pressure on Love. It's gonna be a hard game, who can limit more damage in the red zone? Don't know what is happening with Deebo, no report yet.

What a throw from Love. Very few in the league could make that especially in this weather

Extremely generous spot to us there, thought it was closer.

Fundamental errors, Packers taking their chances. A score here would really send a message

Think the Packers will take this start. Looking calm. Niners haven't settled yet. Playcalling not suiting the weather.

Dog done it again. Ravens NULL 49ers 7-12 Lions 1-6 Bills 7-12

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Leaps and bounds. Let's hope his 2nd actual season doesn't have too many headaches and he can keep developing nicely.

So is this it? Actual 4K for Kayo and not 4K upscaling? Been a few false dawns.

The best key defender I've seen in red and blue.

Still have to pinch myself when it comes to what he's accomplished. Doesn't feel that long ago when we were wondering if he'd get there. Bring on another big season and a Charlie to rubber stamp it.

The warhorse. We couldn't have done close to what we did without him in 2023.

It was initially hard to tell what was going to happen with Jim Harbaugh, he's really been great for College Football but I think it's time for another crack at the NFL. Another one who would perfectly suit the Chargers situation, though it sounds like Atlanta will speak with him too.

Incredibly important cog in the machine that will never truly get the accolades he deserves.

There's been a few calls for this kind of rule and eventually it's gonna win I presume. I understand going low but the responsibility is yours if you take out a knee.

Well done to Dan Campbell, Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions on snapping and Essendon like drought of winning in the playoffs since 1991. Like the Dees in 2018 sometimes you have to get over these humps first before going forward and they can now build to the future starting next week. Bad luck Gorg. Likely the better team on the night but couldn't take those chances. A few extra pieces and they are going to be right back challenging for the NFC West and beyond.

Everyone gets a glass of the onion. Or something like that..