Patriots dominate on defense, advance to AFC Championship Game with 28-16 win over Texans
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Key Points:
- The New England Patriots advanced to the AFC Championship by defeating the Houston Texans 28-16, marking their first conference championship appearance since 2018.
- The Patriots' defense was dominant, forcing five turnovers including four interceptions of Houston quarterback C.J. Stroud in the first half.
- Stroud struggled throughout the game, completing 20 of 47 passes for 212 yards with one touchdown and four interceptions, while Houston's running game was ineffective.
- Patriots quarterback Drake Maye threw for 179 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception, with a key 32-yard touchdown catch by Kayshon Boutte helping seal the victory.
- New England will face the Denver Broncos on the road next weekend for a chance
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