Ravens Lose Zay Flowers, Face Bills Challenges

The Baltimore Ravens will face the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Divisional Round without their top receiver, Zay Flowers, who is inactive due to a knee injury. Flowers, who had a standout season with 74 catches for 1,059 yards, could significantly impact the Ravens' offensive strategy, compelling them to adopt a more run-heavy approach. Rashod Bateman is expected to step up as the primary receiver in Flowers' absence, while the team has also activated running back Keaton Mitchell to enhance their ground game. Weather conditions at Highmark Stadium may further influence the game, with light snow and cold temperatures anticipated. Meanwhile, the Bills are entering the matchup at full strength, having cleared backup running back Ray Davis from concussion protocol. The Ravens previously defeated the Bills earlier in the season, but this playoff game presents a new set of challenges without their star player.