Denver Broncos vs. Buffalo Bills preview: Kickoff time, news, prediction and how to watch on DAZN

The Divisional Round kicks off on Saturday with an AFC matchup between the No. 1 seed Denver Broncos (14-3) and the Buffalo Bills (13-5).

With two top-shelf teams who thrive when the lights are brightest and rosters built to punish even the slightest mistake, this is a must-watch clash - making DAZN's latest £14.99 offer for every game throughout the postseason a no-brainer.

Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the Divisional Round matchup that has the chance to be the best game of the entire weekend.

Keys to the game

Bo Nix handling the pressure

This is a whole new experience for the second-year quarterback who will be playing in his first-ever playoff game. The gap between the regular season and postseason is significant. The stakes are higher. The lights are brighter. Every play is under an intense microscope. 

Caleb Williams shone in his first playoff game. The same for Drake Maye. Now, can Nix do the same as the other two quarterbacks selected in front of him in the 2024 NFL Draft? 

Defense

Overall, the Broncos rank second and the Bills seventh in total defense, so Allen and Nix will have their work cut out for them. Playoff games are always determined by which defense wants it more, as neither is going to give an inch.

Broncos vs. Bills date, start time

The Broncos vs. Bills will take place on Saturday, January 17. 

The playoff game has been placed in the opening slot on Saturday with kick-off scheduled for 4:30pm ET, which means a 9:30pm start in the late hours of Sunday night for NFL fans in the UK. 

• Date: Saturday, January 17
• Kick-off: 4:30pm ET / 1:30pm PT / 9:30pm GMT 

Where is Broncos vs. Bills?

The Broncos will welcome the Bills to Empower Field at Mile High. 

Broncos vs. Bills: Prediction

On paper, one expects this to be a battle of the defenses.

It will be tough sledding for both Josh Allen and Bo Nix. The respective running games will be the story, as it will come down to which team can do it better. 

It will get to the point of the game where Allen and Nix will have to make a key play to get their team over the hump. 

Based on experience, it's hard to go against Allen. I won't go up against him, and the Bills will pull off the upset and advance to the AFC Championship game.

Prediction: Bills 20 Rams 14

How to watch Broncos vs. Bills on DAZN

Every NFL game during the 2025 regular season and playoffs — including the Super Bowl — is available worldwide on DAZN, excluding the United States and China.

DAZN is the only place to watch NFL Game Pass International, with access to every regular-season NFL game and every playoff matchup. That's 335 games per season, and each game is available live* and on demand.

As well as watching every game, Game Pass includes NFL Network and the iconic NFL Redzone, NFL originals, documentaries, and DAZN NFL programming, including X's & O's, Kittle Things, 1st & Global, and Downs 2 Business.

NFL GPI will be available through the DAZN app either as a standalone subscription or an add-on to an existing DAZN package to customers worldwide**, excluding the United States and China.

If you do not have the App already, then just follow these instructions....

• Download the free DAZN App from your normal App store on your TV, phone, tablet, or streaming device
• On a laptop or PC, visit www.DAZN.com/home
• Select 'Get started' or 'log in'
• Enter your email address, or sign up via the Apple, Google, or Facebook options
• You then have access to all of DAZN's free content, including the Matchroom boxing channel and FIFA+
• Then find the NFL and click 'buy now' to choose your Game Pass membership level

For more information and to sign up, head here now. 

How much does NFL Game Pass cost and what is included?

In Canada, NFL Game Pass is included with the DAZN subscription. Click here to see prices.

Elsewhere, NFL Game Pass can be purchased as a standalone subscription, and each subscription includes different features, as outlined below.

The early DAZN Game Pass playoff offer gives you access to every game throughout the postseason, including the Super Bowl, for only £14.99!

For more information and to sign up, please click here.

What is the difference between the Regular and Ultimate tiers? 

NFL Game Pass Ultimate Tier subscribers on DAZN have access to a range of enhanced features. These include live games in HDR, Multiview to watch multiple games at once, and access to NFL RedZone and NFL Network.

The Ultimate Tier also offers exclusive content like the ManningCast alternate feed and access to NFL Originals.

Key features for Ultimate Tier subscribers:

• HDR: Watch the Super Bowl LX (and other games) in High Dynamic Range, enhancing picture quality.
• Multiview: Watch up to four games simultaneously on one screen.
• NFL RedZone: Never miss a touchdown with this channel dedicated to live game action.
• NFL Network: Access 24/7 NFL content, including news, analysis, and highlights.
• NFL Originals: Enjoy documentaries, behind-the-scenes content, and other exclusive shows.
• ManningCast (and other alternate feeds): Get a different perspective on Thursday Night Football with this popular broadcast.
• Download and Go: Download games and content to watch offline or while traveling.
• Multiple Devices & Locations: Stream on up to five devices and in two locations simultaneously.

* In the United Kingdom, up to two Sunday games per week will air on DAZN on a 24-hour tape delay.

** Viewers in Canada can access all NFL content through their regular DAZN subscription.