Mike Vrabel and the Patriots will look to punch their ticket to the AFC championship game when they host the Texans on Sunday afternoon.
After capturing the AFC East title, the Pats beat the Chargers in the wild-card round, 16-3. Drake Maye threw for 268 yards, one touchdown and one interception, and New England’s defensive unit limited Los Angeles to just 207 total yards.
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After finishing last in the division standings in each of the previous two seasons, the Patriots are just two wins away from returning to the Super Bowl.
“I don’t think nobody really liked us. Nobody, well, believed in us,” wide receiver Stefon Diggs said (via MassLive). “We were a young team. We got a young quarterback, and throughout the season, we just grew. We grew together. And as we’ve had this success, everybody’s been humbled, everybody’s been unselfish, and everybody just wants to win.”
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Here is everything you need to know about Patriots vs. Texans, including TV and streaming options for Sunday’s game.
What Channel Is Patriots vs. Texans On In New England?
- TV channel: ABC, ESPN
- Live stream: ESPN app
Patriots vs. Texans will air nationally on ABC and ESPN. The game will also be available to stream on the ESPN app. Joe Buck (play-by-play) and Troy Aikman (analyst) will be on the call with Lisa Salters and Laura Rutledge reporting from the sidelines.
For those looking to follow the game on the radio, the local broadcast will air on 98.5 The Sports Hub.
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What Time Does The Patriots vs. Texans Game Start?
- Date: Sunday, Jan. 18
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
Patriots vs. Texans is scheduled to start at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday, Jan. 18. The game will be played at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass.
How To Stream Patriots vs. Texans Online
In addition to the ESPN app, Patriots vs. Texans can be streamed on NFL+, which gives viewers access to live games, replays and highlights on mobile devices.
NFL Playoff Games on TV This Week: Full Schedule, Times, Channels
Here is the full slate for the divisional round:
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Saturday, Jan. 17
| Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|
| Bills vs. Broncos | 4:30 p.m. | CBS, Fubo |
| 49ers vs. Seahawks | 8 p.m. | Fox, Fubo |
