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Christian Gonzalez’s health and other questions coming out of Patriots’ win over Chargers

Gonzalez entered the concussion protocol after suffering a head injury in the win over the Chargers.
Vrabel said Gonzalez’s availability for the divisional round remains a long shot until his status clears.
Without Gonzalez, the Patriots would rely on Charles Woods as a fill-in in the secondary.
Stevenson has surged recently, ranking first in yards after contact since Week 14.
Vrabel credited Milton Williams and Cory Durden for generating pressure in the win.
The Patriots aimed for a higher pass-rush rate, with a 56% pressure rate in Sunday’s game.
Vrabel noted rookie linemen Will Campbell and Jared Wilson faced tough moments but were defended afterward.
New England’s defense benefits when Gonzalez is healthy, enabling man-to-man coverage.
The Patriots will play the Houston Texans in the divisional round.
Patriots’ running game and defense were pivotal in the win and in setting up the next challenge.

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