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Patriots’ next challenge: Focus on No. 1 seed (Broncos), not No. 2 quarterback (Stidham)
- Patriots advance to the AFC Championship after a 28-16 win over the Texans at Gillette Stadium.
- Jarrett Stidham will start at quarterback for Denver in the AFC title game due to Bo Nix’s injury.
- Patriots coach Mike Vrabel emphasizes focus and team-building as part of their preparation.
- Kayshon Boutte’s fourth-quarter touchdown catch helped seal the win for New England.
- Vrabel refrains from focusing on the Nix injury; he highlights preparation for the No. 1 seed.
- Vrabel notes the focus on getting to the No. 1 seed rather than the backup quarterback.
- The Patriots’ 2025 season is described as an ‘Implausible Dream’ with a focus on fun, yet lethal preparation.
- Boutte’s play included a memorable one-handed catch in the end zone.
- The Patriots’ victory secures a date with the Broncos in Denver for the AFC title game.
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