The Baltimore Ravens will host the defending Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, for the AFC Championship Game for the 2023 season. The highly anticipated clash is set for Sunday, January 28, at the M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland.
The Chiefs vs. Ravens AFC Championship Game will kick off at 3:00 PM Eastern Time, 2:00 PM Central Time, or 12:00 PM Pacific Time.
CBS will broadcast the game nationally, offering fans a front-row seat to all the thrilling moments. For those who prefer streaming options, fuboTV is a convenient choice for watching the action live.
The game's play-by-play commentary will be delivered by Jim Nantz, complemented by analysis from Tony Romo. Tracy Wolfson will serve as the sideline reporter, adding valuable perspectives from the field.
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Chiefs vs. Ravens AFC Championship Odds, Spread, Betting Lines
Here's a breakdown of the betting odds for the upcoming AFC Championship showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Baltimore Ravens, as provided by the latest update from SI Sportsbook.
Moneyline:
Chiefs: +160
Ravens: -200
In the moneyline context, the Ravens emerge as the favorites with -200 odds, suggesting a potential $200 profit on a $100 bet if they emerge victorious. On the other hand, the Chiefs, considered the underdogs, would yield a $160 profit on a $100 bet in the event of a successful outcome.
Spread:
Chiefs +3.5 (-110)
Ravens -3.5 (-118)
A successful spread bet on the Chiefs requires them to win or lose by less than 3.5 points. On the flip side, for a Ravens spread bet to succeed, they need to secure a victory by more than 3.5 points.
Total Points: 44.5
Over (-110)
Under (-110)
Choosing the over expects a combined points total exceeding 44.5 while opting for the under predicts a total points count below 44.5.
Chiefs vs. Ravens AFC Championship Preview
When it comes to star power, it doesn't get more electrifying than this. The upcoming clash features two of the finest quarterbacks in the game, namely Patrick Mahomes and Lamar Jackson, battling it out for the coveted opportunity to advance to the Super Bowl.
The Ravens have enjoyed a remarkable campaign, concluding the regular season with an outstanding 13-4 record, the best in the entire NFL, and securing the AFC North Division title. Jackson further solidifies their success, leading the way as the frontrunner for the NFL MVP award.
The Chiefs have displayed some cracks this season, wrapping up their campaign with an 11-6 record. Despite holding the top position in the AFC West, they played in the Wild Card round this year, a departure from the previous season's impressive 14-3 performance which led straight to a Divisional Round berth.
Chiefs vs. Ravens AFC Championship Pick
Ravens 30, Chiefs 24
Kansas City's lack of star power in the wide receiver position will haunt them in this game. The defensive lineup of Baltimore, featuring Roquan Smith and Kyle Hamilton, is strategically designed to counter a team like them.
While Kansas City displayed dominance against Buffalo in the Divisional round, the inconsistency of their offense raises concerns, particularly when facing the relentless Baltimore defense.
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