“Kelce Is a Killer”: Bill Simmons and Co. Discuss Travis Factor as Josh Allen Hopes to Get Rid of Madden Curse

Josh Allen might have some concerns over Travis Kelce! The seasoned tight end shook up the Buffalo Bills with his impeccable performance wherever the duo confronted each other. Bills have a record of 2-3 against the Chiefs in the playoffs. Similarly, the players will face each other in the divisional round, but things are different this time.

The longtime rivals are going to perform on Bill’s home ground. After facing roadblocks because of the ominous Madden Curse, Allen is determined to bounce back and turn his lackluster performance into a terrific one. 

Considering Allen’s home-ground advantage, sportswriter Bill Simmons thinks this could be a life-changing experience for Josh Allen. But what did he say?

Bill Simmons thinks this is the biggest game for Josh Allen!

In a recent X post, Bill Simmons shared snippets from his recent podcast, where he was spotted alongside Peter Schrager while discussing the upcoming clash between the Chiefs and the Bills. Simmons wrote on X, “From today’s BS Pod, it’s the biggest game in Josh Allen’s life. Here’s why.” 

They even expressed their view on the Chiefs’ outstanding performance and appreciated Patrick Mahomes’ zeal to fight against the Dolphins in the freezing weather. Simmons even brought other players, including Rashee Rice and Travis Kelce, into the discussion as they believed they played phenomenally in the game. According to them, “Kelce is a killer,” even if his production was down. Further, he remembered how Kelce stole the spotlight against the Bills in the 2020 AFC championship, where the TE got 30 catches and two touchdowns. However, Simmons believes the luck is on Allen’s side, as he said, “This is the year of Josh Allen, like Burrow’s injured, you’re home against the Chiefs.“

Interestingly, Josh Allen also acknowledged the game’s significance, as he believed the Chiefs had brought the best out of them in past games and showed his excitement to face the Chiefs at home. “We finally got a home game,” said Josh Allen.

Both teams have confronted each other six times since Mahomes and Allen have started games. But as it is a home game for the Bills, will Allen be able to get rid of the Madden Curse?

What is the Madden Curse?

This term is not new to the NFL world. Previously, the Bills were known for their prowess in defense and offense. Moreover, their incredible quarterback, Josh Allen, is known for his impressive performance on the gridiron. In the 2022 season, the champion shook up the NFL realm with the most combined TDs in his first five seasons and became a forerunner for the MVP award. Considering his jaw-dropping performance, he became the first Bills player to make it to the Madden cover in 2024.

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It has been the NFL’s most popular video game franchise since 1988. First, John Madden graced the cover, followed by another 23 chosen players. It is believed that whoever got this opportunity suffered some setbacks in the game, such as injuries or downfalls in performances. The players who bore the curse include Barry Sanders, Eddie George, and Marshall Faulk, who immediately faced setbacks in their performances. Now it seems the curse has also affected Josh Allen, as he suffered several turnovers.

As the Bills face their rivals at home this Sunday, who do you think will grab the victory? Will Josh Allen be able to get rid of the curse?

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