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NFL News / Athlon Sports / January 21
Broncos' Key to AFC Championship Success: Solve the Patriots' Suddenly Superior Defense
Back in the day, when the New England Patriots were winning Super Bowl after Super Bowl under Bill Belichick, it was understood that when players came into the building at 1 Patriots Place, they were in for serious improvement, and when they left for other environs, that was not likely sustainable.
Drake Maye News / Athlon Sports / January 21
Patriots' Key to AFC Championship Success: Protect Drake Maye From the Outside In
One reason that New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is considered a completely valid Most Valuable Player candidate in his second NFL season is how he's been so good in any circumstance.
The 'Last three-passing-TD playoff game' quiz
Can you name the last quarterback to throw at least three touchdown passes in a playoff game for each NFL franchise?
NFL News / PatsFans.com / January 21
Patriots Divisional Report Card In 28-16 Win Over The Texans
The Patriots earned their way straight into the AFC Conference Championship Game this Sunday in a hard-fought, at times sloppy game, given the elements
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.
Mike Vrabel News / New England Patriots on SI / January 21
Patriots' Mike Vrabel Addresses Potential Return For Injured WR
As the New England Patriots prepare for their first AFC Championship since 2018, they could potentially get a big boost from the sideline. Wide receiver Mack Hollins, currently on injured reserve with an abdominal injury, is eligible to be activated this week for a matchup with the Denver Broncos.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / January 21
Seven Patriots Players Have Conference Championship Game Experience
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — As the New England Patriots continue to bask in the glow of their 28-16 victory over the Houston Texans in the divisional round of the 2025 NFL playoffs, they are already preparing for a showdown with the Denver Broncos in the AFC championship game.
Robert Kraft News / Yardbarker / January 21
Patriots owner Robert Kraft states the obvious about possible 18-game NFL season
For years, it has seemed to be a matter of when and not if the NFL and the NFL Players Association will come to an agreement for a schedule format that involves teams playing 18 regular-season games and two preseason contests.
Drake Maye News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 21
Predicting Drake Maye’s stat line in AFC Championship Game against Broncos’ ferocious pass rush
The New England Patriots have had a brilliant season and they are in a position to return to glory if they can beat the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship game.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 20
Patriots bold predictions for AFC Championship Game vs. Broncos
The AFC Championship Game rarely feels this layered with history and contradiction. On Sunday afternoon at Empower Field at Mile High, the New England Patriots arrive in Denver carrying the weight of expectations.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / January 20
Drake Maye has message for Bo Nix ahead of Patriots-Broncos clash
Drake Maye had a classy message for Bo Nix following the news that the Denver Broncos quarterback had suffered a season-ending ankle injury.
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.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / January 20
Patriots Owner Peels Back Curtain to NFL’s Future Plans
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has served in his role since 1994 and has seen great success over his 32-season tenure. Kraft has overseen the Patriots win six Super Bowls under quarterback Tom Brady and head coach Bill Belichick, tying for the most of any franchise in NFL history and building one of football's greatest dynasties.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 20
Four key facts every fan should know about Super Bowl LX referee Shawn Smith
We do not yet know who is going to be playing in Super Bowl LX, but we do know who is going to be officiating it.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 20
Will Patriots fans get shut out of AFC title game tickets?
The New England Patriots may find Sunday’s AFC Championship Game even more tilted toward the Denver Broncos than expected. Ticketmaster, one of the world’s largest ticket distributors, is blocking ticket purchases from anyone outside the Rocky Mountain region for the highly anticipated matchup, Boston 25 News reported Tuesday.
Drake Maye News / New England Patriots on SI / January 20
Drake Maye's Wife Celebrates Patriots Victory with Statement Look
Ann Michael Maye was dressed for the moment when the New England Patriots clutched a crucial victory against the Houston Texans to secure a trip to the AFC Championship game.
New England Patriots News / PatsFans.com / January 20
Patriots Are More Than Just a Football Team: They Give Us the Bookmarks in Our Lives
Hi there. It’s been about 15 years since we last talked in this space, but do you have a few minutes for us to catch up? Perhaps you remember me from my weekly column for this website from 2002-2011. Perhaps we have never crossed paths before. Either way, for the first time in a decade and a half, I’m back.
Rhamondre Stevenson News / PatsFans.com / January 19
Patriots Stevenson Downplays Eye Injury After Divisional Round Win
Running back Rhamondre Stevenson has enjoyed a nice resurgence so far through two playoff games, but Sunday did see him leave the field for part of the game due to injury.
New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / January 18
Kayshon Boutte produces the catch of the playoffs with one-handed TD grab
Kayshon Boutte did his best OBJ impression during Sunday’s playoff game. The New England Patriots wide receiver Boutte produced the catch of the postseason during his team’s divisional playoff game against the Houston Texans.
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