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Patriots Get Big Update On Stefon Diggs Case Before Playoffs

As much of an embarrassment the recent controversy with Stefon Diggs over a felony assault and battery charge has been, the Patriots got some news on their embattled wide receiver that looms large over these playoffs.

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How Do the Patriots Matchup Against the Chargers?

The New England Patriots enter the Wild Card Round facing the Los Angeles Chargers, a team built to test them in multiple areas. In a win-or-go-home scenario, there is little margin for error.

Carlton Davis News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 9

Patriots CB Carlton Davis getting ‘legendary vibes’ ahead of Chargers playoff game

For the first time since 2019, the New England Patriots will host an NFL Playoff game when they host the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday night. Star cornerback Carlton Davis III believes the local Boston crowd has been starved of the action and will respond by bringing a “legendary” atmosphere to Gillette Stadium.

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The 'Last QB to win a playoff game by team' quiz

Can you name the last quarterback to win a playoff game for every NFL team? Five minutes are on the clock.

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Drake Maye News / Athlon Sports / January 9

Patriots Announce Drake Maye News Before Chargers Game

The New England Patriots (14-3) and the Los Angeles Chargers (11-6) face off on Sunday in the wild-card round. The Patriots are looking to stay hot, currently riding a three-game winning streak.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

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The '2025 rushing leaders by NFL team' quiz

How many of the NFL players to lead their team in rushing yards for the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

NFL News / Oregon Ducks on SI / January 9

Christian Gonzalez Turns Heads With College Football Playoff Prediction

The Oregon Ducks are one of the four teams that made it to the College Football Playoff semifinals. They joined the Indiana Hoosiers, Miami Hurricanes, and Ole Miss Rebels.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / January 9

Patriots RB Misses Final Practice Before Playoff Showdown

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — As the New England Patriots make their final preparations to host a wide card round showdown with the Los Angeles Chargers at Gillette Stadium, they will be without the services of a key defensive tackle — and perhaps more.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / January 9

Can Justin Herbert change the story? Chargers battle Vrabel’s Patriots in playoff showdown

Justin Herbert’s chance to change his postseason story comes Sunday night when the Los Angeles Chargers visit the New England Patriots in the Wild Card round.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / January 9

Tom Brady officially makes his pick for NFL MVP

The NFL MVP award is usually a difficult choice, and this year’s race is no exception.

Stefon Diggs wants 'meaner' Drake Maye to lead Patriots in pursuit of title

Matthew Stafford knows why Rams lost to Panthers during regular season

Steelers starter dealing with illness ahead of wild-card game

Panthers hint at big Cam Newton news before playoff game vs. Rams

Identifying biggest weakness for every AFC playoff team

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The 'Last QB to win a playoff game by team' quiz

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The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

New England Patriots News / The Lead / January 8

Who Are the New England Patriots’ 2025-26 Positional MVPs?

Dueling pass rushes key as Patriots host Chargers in wild-card round

The 'Completion % record by NFL team' quiz

Jeremiah Pharms News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 6

Patriots Signing DT Jeremiah Pharms Jr.

Mike Reiss reports the Patriots are signing DT Jeremiah Pharms Jr. to the practice squad. In correspondence, the Patriots are releasing CB Brandon Crossley from the practice squad.

Mike Vrabel News / Yardbarker / January 6