Bengals vs. Chiefs: 4 things to watch and a prediction in AFC championship

All that stands between the Cincinnati Bengals and a trip to the Super Bowl is a game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday.

No easy task, of course. But the Bengals have spent the season exceeding expectations and crushing past demons, so it’s understandable that Joe Burrow and Co. have plenty of confidence going into the game.

Sunday’s showdown is a rematch of a Week 17 classic in Cincinnati, where the Bengals got a late win that helped them secure the AFC North.

Before Round 2 kicks off, let’s take a look at some important things to know and throw out a prediction.