Countdown to the AFCCG

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The countdown is on for Sunday night’s AFC Championship Game, as the top-seeded Indianapolis Colts host the No. 2 seed Buffalo Bills in a primetime showdown at 6 p.m. in Lucas Oil Stadium. With a trip to the Super Bowl hanging in the balance, both teams are fine-tuning their final preparations in what promises to be a tightly contested battle between two of the AFC’s best.

The Colts arrive in the title game riding high after a 32-23 win over the No. 6 seed Cincinnati Bengals, a game that showcased their offensive poise and ability to control the pace when it matters most. As the AFC’s top dog, they’ve earned the right to stay at home—and they’ll look to capitalize on the energy of the Indy crowd in a high-stakes matchup under the dome.

Meanwhile, the Bills have taken the tougher road, punching their ticket to the championship game with a hard-fought win over the fifth-seeded Jacksonville Jaguars. Their defense stepped up in key moments, while the offense showed flashes of explosiveness that could prove crucial against a Colts unit that rarely gives up big plays.

Practice reports from both camps suggest a week of intense, focused preparation. The Colts have been drilling situational football—3rd downs, red zone, and clock management—while the Bills have emphasized defensive discipline and tempo control, especially with the Colts’ run-pass balance posing a unique challenge.

“We’re treating this like a business trip,” said one Bills coach. “Nobody’s coming in here to watch fireworks. We’re here to take care of business.”

Kickoff is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. ET, with no weather concerns inside the friendly confines of Lucas Oil. Still, both squads know the pressure is real. It's win or go home. No more film to watch, no more corrections to make—just 60 minutes to prove who belongs on the biggest stage in football.