The AFC championship game between the Denver Broncos and New England Patriots takes an unexpected turn as Broncos quarterback Bo Nix suffers a season-ending ankle injury, leading to Jarrett Stidham’s first playoff start. This matchup now features MVP candidate Drake Maye against Stidham, who has not thrown a pass this season. Broncos’ coach Sean Payton expresses confidence in Stidham, while the Patriots, under Mike Vrabel, have had a strong season turnaround. Despite the challenges, the Broncos aim to rely on their top defense to secure a win.
