In a troubling incident during the AFC Championship Game at Arrowhead Stadium, Buffalo Bills cornerback Christian Benford was carted off the field after suffering his second concussion in just two weeks. The injury occurred late in the first quarter as Benford and teammate Damar Hamlin collided while tackling Kansas City Chiefs receiver Xavier Worthy. Following the hit, Benford struggled to regain his footing and required assistance from medical personnel. Despite being cleared from concussion protocol earlier in the week, the Bills deemed him unfit to continue after his alarming fall.

Benford, a crucial starter in the Bills' secondary, faced significant pressure going into the game, especially with the Chiefs' potent passing offense led by Patrick Mahomes. His absence was compounded by the team's decision to keep starting safety Taylor Rapp inactive due to ongoing hip and back issues. This latest injury raises concerns about Benford's health and the Bills' defensive strategy moving forward in the playoffs.