The New England Patriots are favored to reach the AFC Championship Game, entering the divisional round against the Texans as three-point favorites after the Texans’ 30-6 victory over the Steelers. In their previous matchup in Week Six of 2024, the Texans triumphed 41-21, with both quarterbacks, Drake Maye and C.J. Stroud, each throwing three touchdown passes. Both teams showcased strong defensive performances in the wild card round, suggesting a challenging game ahead for the quarterbacks. The matchup is set for Sunday.
