📊 Top Player Performances from Yesterday’s NFL Games

Here are the standout individual performances from the Wild Card games:

⭐ Offensive Stars

Josh Allen (Bills)
- Passing: 289 yards, 2 TDs
- Rushing: 33 yards
- Led Buffalo’s comeback win with both arm and legs.
Brock Purdy (49ers)
- Passing: 270 yards, 1 TD
- Key Play: Game-winning touchdown pass to Christian McCaffrey.
Drake Maye (Patriots)
- Passing: 268 yards, 1 TD
- Completion Rate: 65%
- Showed poise in his first playoff start.

💪 Defensive Standouts

Texans Defense
- Turnovers: 3 forced
- Touchdowns: 1 defensive score (fumble return)
- Completely shut down the Steelers’ offense.
Patriots Defensive Line
- Sacks: 6 (led by rookie edge rusher)
- Dominated Chargers’ pass protection.
Bears Defense
- Key second-half stops that fueled the comeback over the Packers.

🏆 Playoff Outlook: Who’s Most Likely to Win the Super Bowl?

With the Wild Card Round complete, here’s a snapshot of the teams now trending toward Super Bowl LX contention:

🔥 Top Contenders

1. Buffalo Bills

📌 Strengths: Explosive offense, elite QB play (Josh Allen), solid defense.

The Bills look poised to make another deep playoff run; their ability to execute in comeback situations is a major asset.

2. San Francisco 49ers

📌 Strengths: Balanced offense with Purdy and McCaffrey; stout defensive front.

Despite the loss of George Kittle (injury), the 49ers remain legitimate contenders if their defense continues to dominate.

3. New England Patriots

📌 Strengths: Physical defense and rising young quarterback.

The Patriots have regained playoff momentum and could be dangerous if their defensive pressure persists.

👀 Sleeper Teams

Houston Texans

Their defense has been exceptional, and they carry confidence after a historic road win. If their offense stays efficient, they could shock more than one opponent.

Chicago Bears

A dramatic comeback win shows resilience. If they sustain offensive balance with strong defense, they could advance further than expected.