Drake Maye throws 3 TDs, helps Patriots reach AFC title game
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Key Points:
- The New England Patriots defeated the Houston Texans 28-16 to advance to the AFC Championship Game for the first time in seven years, marking their 16th conference championship appearance and first since 2018.
- Drake Maye threw three touchdown passes but struggled with turnovers, including an interception and four fumbles, two of which were lost in challenging weather conditions.
- The game featured eight combined turnovers, the highest in a playoff game since 2015, with key defensive plays from Patriots players Carlton Davis III and Craig Woodson.
- Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud threw four interceptions, all in the first half, becoming the first player with five or more interceptions and fumbles in a single postseason.
- The Patriots
