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The 2023-24 NFL playoffs are officially down to four teams following an exciting Divisional Round. Two of the league’s best quarterbacks are set to collide in the AFC Championship Game when Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs take on Lamar Jackson’s Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday afternoon.
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The Chiefs advanced to the conference championship with a hard-fought 27-24 victory over the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on Sunday. As for the Ravens, they didn’t break too much of a sweat as they cruised to a 34-10 win against the Houston Texans, highlighted by Lamar Jackson tallying two touchdowns through the air and on the ground.
So, who’ll emerge victorious with a ticket to Super Bowl LVIII on the line?
For those of you looking for Chiefs vs. Ravens predictions and best bets, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s dive into this AFC Championship Game preview!
Chiefs vs Ravens AFC Championship Game Preview
Chiefs vs Ravens Matchup Information
- Matchup: Kansas City Chiefs (11-6, 6-2 Away) vs. Baltimore Ravens (13-4, 6-3 Home)
- Venue & Location: M&T Bank Stadium (Baltimore, MD)
- Date: Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024
- Game Time: 3 p.m. ET
- How to Watch Chiefs vs. Ravens: CBS
Chiefs vs Ravens Odds & Spread
Ravens vs. Chiefs odds are courtesy of Bovada as of Monday, Jan. 22 at 10:40 a.m. ET. Odds from other sportsbooks may also be mentioned in this article.
Chiefs vs Ravens Spread
- Kansas City Chiefs +3.5 (-120)
- Baltimore Ravens -3.5 (+100)
Ravens vs Chiefs Over/Under
- Over 44.5 Points (-110)
- Under 44.5 Points (-110)
Chiefs vs Ravens Moneyline
- Kansas City Chiefs (+150)
- Baltimore Ravens (-175)
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Chiefs vs Ravens Betting Trends — AFC Championship Game
- Kansas City is 11-2 straight up in its last 13 road games.
- Baltimore is 5-0 straight up in its last five games vs. the AFC West.
- Kansas City is 4-2 ATS in its last six games vs. Baltimore.
- Baltimore is 11-5 ATS in its last 16 games played on a Sunday.
- The total hit the Over in four of Kansas City’s last five road games vs. Baltimore.
- The total hit the Under in 10 of Baltimore’s last 13 games played in January.
Chiefs vs Ravens Prediction & Best Bet: Who Advances to Super Bowl 58?
Sunday’s AFC Championship Game may as well be a Hollywood blockbuster.
On one hand, you have the Chiefs, who are no strangers to football’s biggest stages. This weekend marks Kansas City’s sixth consecutive conference title game since Mahomes became the starting quarterback in 2018. That success has led to the Chiefs playing in three of the last four Super Bowls, winning two of them.
On the other hand, the Ravens haven’t played in the AFC Championship Game since 2012. Things went extremely well for Baltimore that time around as John Harbaugh’s team defeated the New England Patriots before going on to capture Super Bowl XLVII.
So, can Harbaugh overcome another dynasty to get one step closer to ending the Ravens’ championship drought?
Is it finally time for Ravens QB Lamar Jackson to play in the Super Bowl?
When it comes to offense, few teams do it as well as the Ravens. They average the second-most points, sixth-most total yards, fourth-most yards per play, and the sixth-best red-zone scoring percentage. While the Chiefs’ attack was among the best in past years, they’re 14th in PPG, eighth in total yards, ninth in yards per play, and 19th in RZ scoring.
Both sides boast elite defenses this postseason, though, highlighted by the Ravens and Chiefs allowed the fewest and second-fewest points, respectively. They’re also both top-five teams when it comes to total yardage allowed, however, it’s worth noting that the Chiefs do surrender nearly 50 passing yards more per game on the road than they do at home.
Another thing worth pointing out is that Kansas City owns a 3-1 SU record over Baltimore since 2018. At the same time, though, the Ravens did emerge with a 36-35 victory when these teams last met in Week 2 of the 2021 campaign.
"Every time I go up against Josh (Allen), I know it's going to come down to the end. Same with Joe (Burrow) and Lamar (Jackson)."
Patrick Mahomes after making a sixth straight AFC title game.
"The great quarterbacks going up against each other."
(Via @espn) pic.twitter.com/cBhKyiMFCc— Jeremy Rauch (@FOX19Jeremy) January 22, 2024
I could really see the AFC Championship Game going either way. The Chiefs have the experience of already winning two Super Bowls in the last few seasons while the Ravens are hungry to end their decade-long drought. It wouldn’t be surprising at all if this game comes down to the wire and is decided by a last-second field goal.
With that in mind, I will take the Chiefs to win. Even though no one would blink if the Ravens emerged victorious, the Chiefs know what it takes to reach that final stage and have done it more times than any other team since 2018. Mahomes & Co. will use that experience to punch their ticket to Las Vegas.
That’s why it also makes sense to back the Chiefs at +3.5 on the spread. Kanas City is 4-2 ATS in its last six matchups with Baltimore and can cover even if Harbaugh’s team wins by a field goal.
Considering how the last meeting between these teams was decided by one point, I expect things to be closer than oddsmakers imply.
Chiefs vs Ravens AFC Championship Prediction: KC wins
Best Chiefs vs Ravens NFL Bet: KC +3.5 (-120)
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Best Chiefs vs Ravens Player Prop — AFC Championship Game Betting
For an early Chiefs vs. Ravens player prop, I like Baltimore WR Zay Flowers finishing with more than 48.5 receiving yards.
Between the regular season and playoffs, Flowers is averaging 52.9 receiving yards per game as a rookie. The ex-Boston College standout has finished with the Over more often than not this season, tallying at least 49 receiving yards in 10 of his 17 appearances. Additionally, the Over is 3-2 in his last five games, as well as 5-4 at M&T Bank Stadium.
In a game projected to feature 44.5 points, Flowers should see enough attention from Jackson to finish with the Over at least one more time this season.
Best Chiefs vs Ravens Prop: Zay Flowers o48.5 Receiving Yards (-115)
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Chiefs vs Ravens AFC Championship Game FAQ
When is Chiefs vs Ravens?
- The Chiefs and Ravens will collide on Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024.
Where is Chiefs vs Ravens?
- The Chiefs and Ravens will play each other at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, MD.
What time does Chiefs vs Ravens start?
- Kickoff for the upcoming KC vs. BAL matchup is slated for 3 p.m. ET.
How can I watch Chiefs vs Ravens?
- Kansas City and Baltimore fans can tune in to CBS for Sunday afternoon’s matchup.
How to Bet on Chiefs vs Ravens
- Most reputable sportsbooks offer Chiefs vs. Ravens betting markets and future NFL slates.
