Tag: Afc Championship Game
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Can Bo Nix and Sean Payton survive a long-term football marriage? | Friday Faceoff
Friday Faceoff: Can Bo Nix and Sean Payton survive a long-term football marriage? Chris Schmaedeke, digital sports editor Answer: Yes The football marriage of Broncos coach Sean Payton and quarterback Bo Nix can survive, but it’s going to take some work. They need some space and some counseling. After Payton’s news conference Tuesday and Nix’s…
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Broncos fans don’t blame Stidham, optimistic for future
Falling snow acted as an excuse for the tears of Broncos fans. Fans sporting snow-covered jerseys trudged away from Empower Field at Mile High or local haunts Sunday afternoon after the Broncos fell short (or left) to the New England Patriots 10-7 in the AFC Championship Game. But the hope after the 14-3 regular-season record remains,…
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Broncos vs. Patriots grades: Denver fumbles away Super Bowl chance
The Broncos’ season ends on Sunday against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship Game. Here are the grades from the 10-7 loss at Empower Field at Mile High that sends New England to Super Bowl LX. Offense Except for one drive in the first quarter, the Broncos’ offense struggled without Bo Nix. Jarrett…
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History favors Broncos in AFC Championship Game | The Starting Lineup
Turn on the game! Three must-see events this week: 1. New England at Broncos (1 p.m. Sunday, CBS) — It’s a rematch 10 years in the making. This AFC Championship doesn’t have Peyton Manning and Tom Brady, but it does have a juicy Jarrett Stidham story. 2. Detroit Pistons at Nuggets (7 p.m. Tuesday, Altitude)…
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QB Jarrett Stidham chats with high school coach ahead of Broncos’ AFC title game: ‘Go have fun’
A familiar source gave Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham advice before the biggest moment of his football life. Stidham’s former head coach back in Texas’ Stephenville High School. Joe Gillespie shared a snippet of their recent phone conversation with The Denver Gazette leading up to the AFC Championship game. Gillespie said: “Remember, this game is meant…
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Broncos fans excited for Patriots matchup at chilly Larimer Square rally
As the Denver Broncos prepare for Sunday’s AFC Championship game, hundreds of orange-clad fans filled Larimer Square to support the hometown team. Featuring a DJ, a simulated tunnel and Denver’s three Lombardi trophies on display, Saturday’s fan rally drew an energized crowd that easily filled the pedestrian roadway, despite temperatures in the high teens. Along…
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Patriots at Broncos predictions | AFC Championship Game
The Denver Gazette sports staff predicts Sunday’s AFC Championship Game between the No. 1 Broncos (14-3) and No. 2 New England Patriots (14-3) at Empower Field at Mile High: Paul Klee’s pick: Broncos 20, Patriots 18 Anyone else tired of Chris Tomasson winning our NFL predictions every season? That’s an elite NFL writer for ya.…
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How to watch: Broncos vs. Patriots in AFC Championship Game
Broncos TV Guide AFC Championship Game TV: CBS (Jim Nantz, play-by-play; Tony Romo, analyst; Tracy Wolfson, sideline reporter) Kickoff: 1 p.m. Sunday Radio: KOA (850 AM, 94.1 FM) (Dave Logan, play-by-play; Rick Lewis, analyst; Susie Wargin, sideline) Betting line: Patriots (-4.5) – odds provided by FanDuel
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Tomasson’s scouting report: Broncos vs. Patriots
The Denver Gazette’s Chris Tomasson gives his scouting report for Sunday’s AFC Championship Game between the Broncos (15-3) and Patriots (16-3) at Empower Field at Mile High. Offense All eyes will be on Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham, who takes over after Bo Nix broke his right ankle in overtime of last weekend’s 33-30 playoff win…
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From Bailey to Brady: Broncos, Patriots renew unforgettable playoff rivalry
The Broncos and New England face off Sunday for the seventh time in the NFL playoffs. This will be the fifth time with a trip to the Super Bowl on the line. Here’s a look at the five postseason matchups between Denver and New England: 1986 AFC Divisional Score: Broncos 22, Patriots 17 When: Jan.…