AFC Playoffs
Patriots meet Ravens in pivotal AFC division clash
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The New England Patriots, leading the AFC East at 11-3, face the Baltimore Ravens, who sit second in the AFC North at 7-7, on Sunday Night Football. The matchup at M&T Bank Stadium features quarterback Drake Maye against Lamar Jackson, with Baltimore favored by 3.5 points. A win could solidify playoff positioning for both teams as the regular season nears its end.
The Denver Broncos face the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas Day in a key Week 17 matchup with major playoff implications. With a 12-3 record, Denver can secure the AFC West title for the first time since 2015 with a win and a Los Angeles Chargers loss. The Chiefs, at 6-9 and eliminated from contention, will be without quarterback Patrick Mahomes due to an ACL injury.
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The Denver Broncos have turned their fortunes around in one-score games, going 8-2 this season after a 1-6 record in 2024. Their latest victory came in a 27-26 overtime win against the Washington Commanders, improving their record to 10-2 and securing the AFC's top playoff seed. Coach Sean Payton attributes the improvement to earned confidence and execution.