The Wild Card matchup between the New England Patriots and Buffalo Bills is expected to be a modern rehash of the Ice Bowl. Temperatures at Buffalo's Highmark Stadium could reach 10 degrees below zero during the game. It will surely be an unpleasant playing environment for the two AFC East rivals, even though both teams are already located in the colder regions of the United States.

Bills quarterback Josh Allen is rolling with a bold strategy as he faces a tough Patriots defense and even tougher weather: no long sleeves. He said that ball security is of the highest priority and his wardrobe choice for the game reflects that, as he explained to ESPN's Dianna Russini.

The Bills and Patriots squared off in freezing weather in Buffalo earlier this season. New England secured a 14-10 win behind an extremely run-heavy offense. In the harsh winds, Bill Belichick only had Mac Jones throw three passes. He may break out a similar, conservative game plan in the rookie quarterback's first playoff game.

Allen won't have the luxury of leaning on his run game. The Bills offense is predicated heavily on his passing and running abilities. He ranked second on the team in rushing yards and rushing touchdowns. For Bufallo to advance in the playoffs, he will have to be on his best game and make frequent connections with Stefon Diggs, Cole Beasley, Emmanuel Sanders and Dawson Knox.

The Bills and Patriots split the two regular season matchups, setting up the ultimate winner-take-all affair.