2026 AFC Championship Game Preview: Denver Broncos vs. New England Patriots
The upcoming AFC Championship Game will feature the Denver Broncos facing off against the New England Patriots. The Broncos are the underdogs with a spread of +3.5 points, and the game will kick off at 3 p.m. ET on January 25, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. The over/under for the game is set at 43 points.
In their previous game, the Broncos secured a victory against the Buffalo Bills with a score of 33-30. Quarterback Bo Nix had a solid performance, completing 26 out of 46 passes for 279 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception.
On the other hand, the Patriots emerged victorious in their last matchup against the Houston Texans, finishing with a score of 28-16. The odds for the game are provided by BetMGM Sportsbook, with updates available on USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub.
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