The Patriots are one win away from returning to the Super Bowl. The top-seeded Broncos are the only team standing in their way, but Denver is dealing with a significant change at quarterback.
The Broncos escaped the divisional round with a 33-30 overtime win against the Bills. Bo Nix threw for 279 yards and three touchdowns, but he suffered a season-ending ankle injury. Backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham, who was selected by the Patriots in the fourth round of the 2019 NFL Draft, will lead the offensive unit.
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Pats QB Drake Maye is healthy heading into the AFC championship game, but he has struggled with ball security in the playoffs. With six fumbles (three lost) and two interceptions across two postseason contests, Maye knows that New England’s run will end if he hands the Broncos extra scoring opportunities.
Here is everything you need to know about Patriots vs. Broncos, including TV and streaming options for Sunday’s game.
Patriots vs. Broncos will air nationally on CBS (WBZ-TV in New England). The game will also be available to stream on Paramount+. Jim Nantz (play-by-play) and Tony Romo (analyst) will be on the call with Tracy Wolfson and Evan Washburn reporting from the sidelines.
For those looking to follow the game on the radio, the local broadcast will air on 98.5 The Sports Hub.
Patriots vs. Broncos is scheduled to start at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday, Jan. 25. The game will be played at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver.
In addition to Paramount+, Patriots vs. Broncos can be streamed on NFL+, which gives viewers access to live games, replays and highlights on mobile devices.
The AFC and NFC championship games will kick off on Sunday, Jan. 25. Super Bowl LX will be held on Sunday, Feb. 8.
| Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Patriots vs. Broncos | 3 p.m. | CBS, Paramount+ |
| Rams vs. Seahawks | 6:30 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |