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Patriots Veteran CB Will Not Play vs. Chargers

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots will be without the services of a veteran member of their defensive backfield during their wild card round clash with the Los Angeles Chargers at Gillette Stadium.

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Are the Drake Maye led Patriots pretenders or contenders?

Drake Maye has led the New England Patriots to a 14-3 record and the second overall seed in the AFC. They clinched the AFC East for the first time since 2019, and are hosting the Los Angeles Chargers.

NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / January 10

Patriots Rookie WR to Make NFL Debut vs. Chargers

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – With just over 24 hours remaining until their wild card round showdown with the Los Angeles Chargers kicks off at Gillette Stadium, the New England Patriots are adding a bit of security — and perhaps some explosive depth — to their active roster.

New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 10

Patriots Elevate Two From Practice Squad

The Patriots announced the elevation of two players from the practice squad, DT Leonard Taylor and WR Jeremiah Webb. Taylor, 26, was a two-year starter at Miami and earned honorable mention All-ACC in 2022.

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New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / January 10

Friends Remember Former Patriots Fan of the Year Tim Fowler

When Tim Fowler and Aaron Goldberg took a trip to Gillette Stadium back in 2024, Fowler was originally told it was where all the finalists for that year's New England Patriots Fan of the Year Award would get together.

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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.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / January 10

Patriots-Chargers Weather Forecast: What Conditions to Expect

The "Sunday Night Football" game during NFL wild-card weekend will feature an AFC clash in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The No. 2 seed New England Patriots, AFC East champions, will host the No.

Mike Vrabel News / New England Patriots on SI / January 10

Mike Vrabel Looks Back on Playoff Debut vs. Patriots

Mike Vrabel certainly made his name known with major plays in the postseason. Now as the head man of the New England Patriots preparing for his first playoff game as his former team's coach, he can offer some wisdom for players making their postseason debuts.

NFL News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / January 10

Los Angeles Chargers at New England Patriots DFS Showdown Wildcard 2026

Drake Maye and the New England Patriots are about to see if their great run in December can stretch into January as they face the Los Angeles Chargers.

New England Patriots News / Gridiron Heroics / January 9

New England Patriots: 2025-2026 Playoff Preview

The New England Patriots have officially clinched the AFC East for the first time since 2019, and are in prime position to control the playoffs. After a dominant win over the Dolphins on Sunday, many around the league believe the Patriots are serious super bowl contenders.

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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.

New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / January 9

Stefon Diggs’ arraignment postponed past end of playoffs

In the final days of the calendar year, New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs found himself facing legal trouble stemming from an alleged incident in early December.

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NFL News / The Lead / January 9

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.