AFC Playoff Picture: Best Clinching Scenarios For Patriots On Sunday
The Patriots have several scenarios to clinch a playoff berth as Week 17 gets underway.
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The Patriots have several scenarios to clinch a playoff berth as Week 17 gets underway.
The Patriots are looking to shake off two straight painful losses. Fortunately for them, they've got the right opponent coming to town to help them with that problem.
The New England Patriots have reportedly agreed to a contract extension with safety Adrian Phillips.
Eight Patriots have been deemed questionable for Sunday's home finale at Gillette Stadium against the Jaguars, while one player -- Nelson Agholor -- has been ruled out.
On Friday, the same reporter from Sunday joined Bill Belichick's press conference (via Zoom) to ask if the coach had any updates to share with the people regarding his New Year's resolutions.
With just three days before their game in Foxboro, the Jacksonville Jaguars have a major COVID problem.
Brandon Bolden recently looked in the mirror and realized that he recognized the face -- the whole face -- staring back at him. That moment prompted Bolden to reflect upon his bout with cancer in 2018, a diagnosis he had kept private until Thursday morning.
How are the Patriots viewed now that they've lost two straight games, dropped from second to sixth in the conference, and lost their grip on the AFC East? That's the question this week as we cruise around the internet to see where the Patriots stand in power rankings.
When you hear the word sportsmanship, Patriots special teams captain Matthew Slater is probably one of the first players that comes to mind.
It hasn't been perfect for the rookie out of Alabama. But it's been a lot better than the work of his fellow rookie QB class.
We all know that things can change in an instant, but the Patriots are trending in the right direction in regards to COVID-19.
Rhamondre Stevenson is off the NFL's Reserve/COVID list and back on the field for the New England Patriots.
The number of Jaguars players being placed on the NFL's Reserve/COVID-19 list keeps growing.
The football world is mourning the loss of a giant after John Madden passed away at the age of 85 on Tuesday. For Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, no one will ever impact the game as much as Madden did over his many different careers in football.
"I can't think of a more iconic football personality over the past half century than John Madden," New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft said in a statement.
The Patriots need to put Mac Jones in a bubble.
The Miami Dolphins won their seventh straight game Monday night to crash the AFC playoff picture, climbing into the final Wild Card spot with a 20-3 victory over the New Orleans Saints. It will make for an exciting and riveting final two weeks of the regular season in the AFC.
After a tough loss to the Bills on Sunday, things aren't getting much better for the Patriots on Monday.
The Jaguars have been a mess all season, and got a lot messier Monday when they placed 10 players on the Reserve/COVID list.
It has not been pretty for the Patriots over the last two weeks. But they just need to win over the final two weeks of the regular season to secure their spot in the playoffs.
Sean McDermott was singing a much different tune about Bill Belichick following Buffalo's win over the Patriots in New England on Sunday.
It was an ugly afternoon for the Patriots, who couldn't stop the Bills' offense and who came up short on offense. As such, the Four Ups, Four Downs may skew heavily toward the Downs this week.
After their Monday night win in Buffalo in Week 13, the sky was the limit for the New England Patriots. Just a few short weeks later, the picture is a bit less rosy.
Life moves quickly in the NFL. And feelings of embarrassment can shift from one team to another in a hurry.
A couple of minutes into Bill Belichick's postgame press conference, a question came from so far out of left field that it was almost unbelievable.
A man and young girl are in the hospital after a cooking fire burned them in Massachusetts on Friday.
Jayson Tatum scored 35 points and had 14 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics past the Chicago Bulls 138-129 in Saturday night's NBA Cup pool game.
Philip Tomasino scored the tiebreaking goal in the third period, Tristan Jarry made 31 saves and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Boston Bruins 2-1 on Friday night.
A man is facing charges after his long-time friend died after an altercation while cooking Thanksgiving dinner in Massachusetts.
New England Patriots receiver DeMario Douglas is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's home game against the Indianapolis Colts.
Police are seeking charges against three teens accused of beating up a transgender student in Gloucester, but they won't be charged with a hate crime.
The Patriots-Colts rivalry has a rich history of quarterback play, and we'll see a new-school matchup between Drake Maye and Anthony Richardson this weekend.
A man and young girl are in the hospital after a cooking fire burned them in Massachusetts on Friday.
Consumers are urged to destroy the recalled cucumbers, which were distributed in 26 states around the U.S.
Crowds flocked to Burlington Mall to get deals, a photo with Santa and to get into the holiday spirit!
A new program in Boston is trying to improve the labor and delivery experience for expectant Black mothers and mothers of color, who often find their voices aren't always heard by hospital staff.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Researchers at a Massachusetts hospital have discovered a new sign that could indicate whether someone has a concussion and it's literally a shaking of the head.
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
WBZ-TV's I-Team has uncovered a third attempted land grab by thieves in Massachusetts, this time in West Yarmouth.
Pink cocaine has reportedly made its way to the Boston area, federal investigators told WBZ-TV's I-Team.
Some Winthrop residents are pushing back against a law requiring Massachusetts communities with T access to allow the development of multifamily units to help with the housing crunch. All of it now could soon be up to voters to decide.
A Springfield man says he gave police evidence that points to another suspect in the Boston Strangler investigation - not Albert DeSalvo.
Jon Keller has his annual list of turkeys in the Boston area for Thanksgiving 2024.
Now that Question 2 has passed, removing MCAS as a graduation requirement in Massachusetts schools, what are the standards for high school graduation?
Massachusetts voters approved ballot questions on the auditor's authority and the MCAS, but lawmakers may still tinker with them.
Donald Trump won 75 cities and towns in Massachusetts in the 2024 election. Eleven of them voted Democrat four years ago.
If you were looking for surprises, the 2024 election likely wasn't for you.
Blue laws in Massachusetts require most stores to close for Thanksgiving. Here's what to know.
The CEO of TJ Maxx says President-elect Trump's tariffs plan could be good for business.
The maker of Bell's Seasoning says its stuffing won't be in stores for Thanksgiving this year.
The Museum of Ice Cream will open its doors this December in Boston's Seaport neighborhood.
It appears Tree House Brewing Company has big plans to expand in Boston, according to filings with the city.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
Jayson Tatum scored 35 points and had 14 rebounds to lead the Boston Celtics past the Chicago Bulls 138-129 in Saturday night's NBA Cup pool game.
Philip Tomasino scored the tiebreaking goal in the third period, Tristan Jarry made 31 saves and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Boston Bruins 2-1 on Friday night.
New England Patriots receiver DeMario Douglas is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's home game against the Indianapolis Colts.
The Patriots-Colts rivalry has a rich history of quarterback play, and we'll see a new-school matchup between Drake Maye and Anthony Richardson this weekend.
Rumors of Juan Soto joining the Boston Red Sox were swirling on Thanksgiving Day. But with Black Friday now upon us, Soto to Boston remains just a rumor.
Researchers spotted a right whale in Cape Cod Bay exhibiting behavior that is typically seen later in the season.
The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River has landed on USA Today's Top 10 list of the best haunted hotels.
New York City is officially legalizing jaywalking. Is it time for Boston to do the same?
Boston is looking to give new life to the historic bear dens in Franklin Park.
The massive comet that's starting to become visible in the night sky won't stick around for too long.