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Dawson Knox Gets the Green Light, Bills HC Provides Update
Buffalo Bills HC Sean McDermott Shares News on TE Situation
Knox to Start in Divisional Round Matchup Against Chiefs
Buffalo Bills Head Coach Sean McDermott has announced that tight end Dawson Knox has been cleared to play in the team's Divisional Round matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. The news comes after it was revealed that rookie tight end Dalton Kincaid would be ruled out for the game due to an ankle injury.
McDermott expressed confidence in Knox's ability to step up in Kincaid's absence: "Dawson has been a key part of our offense all season, and we're confident that he'll be able to fill the void left by Dalton's injury. He's a tough, physical player who knows how to get open and make big plays."
Knox has had a solid season for the Bills, catching 41 passes for 489 yards and 5 touchdowns. He has also been a key blocker in the team's running game. With Kincaid out, Knox is expected to see an increased role in the Bills' passing attack.
The Bills will need all the help they can get against a Chiefs team that is coming off a bye week. The Chiefs have one of the most explosive offenses in the NFL, led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes. The Bills will need to find a way to slow down Mahomes and the Chiefs' high-powered attack.
Knox will be a key part of the Bills' game plan on Sunday. He will need to be a reliable target for quarterback Josh Allen and help the Bills move the ball down the field. If Knox can play well, the Bills will have a better chance of pulling off an upset and advancing to the AFC Championship Game.
**Additional Notes:**
* Knox has been dealing with a hamstring injury, but he practiced in full this week and is expected to be good to go on Sunday.
* Kincaid suffered his ankle injury in the Bills' Wild Card win over the Miami Dolphins.
* The Bills are 1-1 against the Chiefs this season, losing 24-20 in Week 6 and winning 38-20 in Week 13.
* The Chiefs are favored by 3 points in the Divisional Round matchup.