Who will the New England Patriots play in the AFC Championship?

The New England Patriots will play the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship.

Which teams are in the NFC Championship Game?

The NFC Championship Game will feature the Seattle Seahawks against the winner of the Los Angeles Rams vs. Chicago Bears game.

What were the results of the latest NFL Divisional Round games?

The Patriots defeated the Texans, and the Rams will play the Bears. The Broncos and Seahawks had already won their Divisional Round games.

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Patriots Dominate Texans, Set Up AFC Showdown

19 Jan

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Summary

Patriots defeated Houston Texans 28-16 in AFC Divisional Round.
New England will face Denver Broncos in AFC Championship.
Seattle Seahawks await NFC Championship winner.

Patriots Dominate Texans, Set Up AFC Showdown

The New England Patriots have advanced to the AFC Championship game following their 28-16 victory over the Houston Texans in a Divisional Round matchup. The game, played in snowy conditions, was characterized by numerous turnovers from both teams. Despite some fumbles and an interception, Patriots quarterback Drake Maye threw three touchdown passes to secure the win.

The Patriots are now set to face the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship next week, a game that will pit two of the season's top teams against each other. This marks the Patriots' first AFC Championship appearance since their Super Bowl win in the 2018 season, led by Tom Brady.

In the NFC, the Chicago Bears and Los Angeles Rams are competing for the right to face the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Championship. The updated playoff picture highlights the Seahawks as early favorites with the best Super Bowl odds, followed by the Patriots and Rams.