The New England Patriots head to Denver to take on the Broncos in the 2025 Conference Championships. This game will be at Empower Field at Mile High on Sunday, January 25, 2026. The Patriots have a strong record this season, with a perfect road record of 8-0-0 in the regular season.
The Denver Broncos also had a successful season, finishing with a 14-3-0 regular season record. They have a strong home performance, losing only once at home during the regular season. Both teams are led by experienced coaches and aim to secure a spot in the Super Bowl.
Patriots Preview
The New England Patriots have been on a winning streak recently. They have secured victories in their last three regular-season games. Their offense has been impressive, with Drake Maye leading as quarterback.
Drake Maye has shown strong performance with over 4,000 passing yards this season. Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson have been key in the running game. Both players have contributed significantly to the Patriots’ recent success.
The Patriots’ defense has also been effective, with players like Christian Barmore and Jahlani Tavai making impacts. However, the team is dealing with several injuries, including Mack Hollins and Antonio Gibson. Despite these setbacks, they remain a team to watch in upcoming games.
Broncos Preview
The Denver Broncos have played strong games in recent weeks. They won against the Los Angeles Chargers with a score of 19-3. In that game, the defense forced a fumble and grabbed an interception.
The Broncos also beat the Kansas City Chiefs, winning 20-13. They gained 22 first downs and outpassed the Chiefs with 175 passing yards. Bo Nix led the charge with a passing touchdown and an interception.
However, the Broncos faced a tough game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, losing 34-20. Bo Nix threw for 352 yards, but the team fell short. The defense recorded a sack, but it wasn’t enough to stop the Jaguars.
Betting Prediction
The Broncos have a strong defense. They rank third in opponent scoring and first in sacks. This could make it tough for the Patriots to score many points.
New England’s offense is struggling. They are last in passing yards and near the bottom in scoring. The Broncos’ solid defense may exploit these weaknesses.
Denver’s offense is also decent. They are ranked 10th in scoring. This could help them keep the game close against the Patriots.
- Pick: Broncos +5.5 (-117)
