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Patriots Host Chargers in High-Stakes Playoff Showdown

1/7/2026

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The New England Patriots will host the Los Angeles Chargers in a playoff game at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough at 8 p.m. Sunday night.
Bill Belichick, head coach of the New England Patriots, warned the Chargers could struggle with Herbert's broken hand and a weakened offensive line.
The Patriots are favored by 3.5 points and improved since losing to the Chargers.
Belichick said the Chargers must run to stay competitive.

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The New England Patriots will host the Los Angeles Chargers in a playoff game at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough at 8 p.m. Sunday night.
Bill Belichick, head coach of the New England Patriots, warned the Chargers could struggle with Herbert's broken hand and a weakened offensive line.
The Patriots are favored by 3.5 points and improved since losing to the Chargers.
Belichick said the Chargers must run to stay competitive.