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NFL News / Yardbarker / January 23
Patriots coaches echo players about challenge of facing Broncos' Jarrett Stidham
Earlier in the week, multiple New England Patriots players made it known they weren't taking Denver Broncos backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham lightly ahead of this coming Sunday's AFC Championship Game in Denver. Stidham is starting in place of QB1 Bo Nix, who recently underwent surgery on his injured ankle.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 23
Patriots' Mike Vrabel challenges Drake Maye amid turnover concerns ahead of AFC Championship vs. Broncos
While speaking with reporters on Thursday, first-year Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel shared what he expects to see from Maye in Denver.
Christian Gonzalez News / New England Patriots on SI / January 23
Patriots Star Tied for Highest-Rated CB in Madden 26
No one can argue what Christian Gonzalez has done for the New England Patriots this season. The 23-year-old has continued to come into his own as he enters his third season in the league.
The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to have 100 catches in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / January 23
How One Patriots Trade Links Drake Maye, Jarrett Stidham
Yes, that headline is real. The New England Patriots and Denver Broncos, facing off in this weekend's AFC championship, have two starting quarterbacks interlinked through a web of trades.
The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history
The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 23
Patriots' Kayshon Boutte, Mike Vrabel respond to perceived called Super Bowl shot from Broncos' Sean Payton
Earlier this week, Payton seemed to call his shot regarding the upcoming AFC Championship Game when he said that Denver fans will have "two weeks" to rest before their services will next be needed.
Drake Maye News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 22
Key Drake Maye protector added to injury report before Patriots-Broncos game
Drake Maye and the New England Patriots are gearing up for an important clash against the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship Game. However, they have some injuries to deal with as they head into the final days of preparation.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 22
Patriots’ Kayshon Boutte clarifies ‘Cancun’ response to Sean Payton’s statement
Usually, the drama of the AFC Championship is reserved for the gridiron, but Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton and New England Patriots wideout Kayshon Boutte decided to get the party started early.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 22
Patriots WR designated for return from IR ahead of Broncos clash
The New England Patriots are gearing up to play in the AFC Championship game for the first time since 2019 against the Denver Broncos. The Patriots look to reclaim their title as one of the best teams in the NFL, and in time for the AFC Championship, they appear to be getting all hands on deck.
Drake Maye News / Athlon Sports / January 22
Drake Maye, Patriots Dealt Bad News on Thursday
Drake Maye and the No. 2 seed New England Patriots are just one win away from a spot in Super Bowl LX after defeating C.J. Stroud and the No. 3 seed Houston Texans in the divisional round.
New England Patriots News / Total Apex Sports / January 22
New England Patriots Name FranchisLegend An Honorary Captain For AFC Championship Game
If you’re a New England Patriots fan of a certain vintage, the mere sight of Adam Vinatieri creates a Pavlovian response. Your heart rate slows down, the sweating stops, and you suddenly feel like everything is going to be okay.
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.
Mack Hollins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 22
Patriots Designate WR Mack Hollins To Return From IR
The New England Patriots have designated WR Mack Hollins to return from injured reserve, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. Hollins missed the final two games of the year along with the two postseason games with an abdominal injury.
Mike Vrabel News / Athlon Sports / January 22
Patriots React to Mike Vrabel Announcement on Thursday
Mike Vrabel and the New England Patriots are heading to the AFC Championship Game for the first time since Tom Brady was with the team in 2018. But they have a tough task ahead of them, hitting the road to face the Bo Nix-less Denver Broncos for a spot in Super Bowl LX.
New England Patriots News / The Lead / January 22
Discipline Is Key for a Patriots Conference Championship Win
After another dominant defensive performance in the Divisional Round, the New England Patriots are advancing to the AFC Championship game against the Denver Broncos.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / January 22
Patriots' Kayshon Boutte Claps Back At Sean Payton After 'Rest' Comments
The New England Patriots go into Mile High Stadium as 4.5-point favorites over the Denver Broncos this weekend, with much of that unusual point-differential
New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / January 22
Pats WR Mack Hollins Returns To Practice
Mack Hollins could be available to the Patriots in time for this week’s AFC title game. The veteran receiver has returned to practice, as noted by Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / January 22
Five Patriots are finalists for AP awards after remarkable turnaround
The New England Patriots have had a miraculous turnaround in the 2025 season.
The 'NFL tight end receiving leaders' quiz
How many of the tight ends to eclipse the 5,000-receiving-yard milestone in their NFL career can you name in six minutes?
Joshua Farmer News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 21
Patriots Designated DT Joshua Farmer To Return From IR
The New England Patriots designated fourth-round DT Joshua Farmer to return from injured reserve, per the NFL transaction wire. This opens a three-week
Carlton Davis News / Field Level Media / January 21
Pats CB Carlton Davis III (concussion) back at practice
New England Patriots cornerback Carlton Davis III returned to practice on a limited basis on Wednesday as he looks to clear concussion protocol. Head coach Mike Vrabel made the announcement as his Patriots prepare to visit the Denver Broncos on Sunday in the AFC Championship Game.
Will Campbell News / PatsFans.com / January 21
Patriots Coach Vrabel Addresses Will Campbell’s Play, Sidesteps '100%' Health Question
Patriots rookie Will Campbell had a rough outing on Sunday against the Texans, with the rookie left tackle having to face off against Houston’s Will Anderson for the majority of the contest.
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