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AFC Championship Game Odds, Prediction: Can Stidham, Broncos Upset Patriots?

AFC Championship Game Odds, Prediction: Can Stidham, Broncos Upset Patriots?

Summary

The Broncos will play against the Patriots in the AFC Championship game. Denver will compete without its starting quarterback, Bo Nix, due to an injury. The game is scheduled for Sunday, January 25, 2026, and will be broadcasted on CBS and Paramount+.

Key Facts

  • The Broncos face the Patriots in an AFC Championship game.
  • Denver's starting quarterback, Bo Nix, is out for the season with an ankle injury.
  • Jarrett Stidham will start as the quarterback for the Broncos.
  • Denver is missing key offensive players but has starting center Luke Wattenberg returning.
  • The game features a coaching match-up between Sean Payton (Broncos) and Mike Vrabel (Patriots).
  • The Patriots’ quarterback, Drake Maye, is a regular season MVP contender.
  • The game will be broadcasted on CBS/Paramount+ at 3 p.m. ET on January 25, 2026.

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