How the Patriots and Broncos match up
The Boston Globe • • sports
Key Points:
- Broncos backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham has taken only four snaps this season without attempting a pass, making Denver the only team whose backup QB hasn't thrown a pass this year; Stidham will start in the postseason, becoming the ninth QB since 1950 to make his first start of the season in the playoffs.
- Denver's defense ranks among the NFL's best, allowing just 287.7 yards and 18.9 points per game during the regular season, excelling in red zone defense and run stopping, with a dominant pass rush leading the league in sacks (68) and pressure rates.
- Despite a strong defensive showing, the Broncos struggled to generate turnovers in the regular season, finishing tied for 26th with 14
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