Super Bowl 2026 Predictions and Latest Odds Ahead of Conference Championship Bracket

Bleacher Report • January 19, 2026 • sports

Key Points:

Backup quarterbacks have historically led teams to Super Bowl victories, such as Kurt Warner with the 1999 Rams and Nick Foles with the 2017 Eagles, offering hope for Broncos' Jarrett Stidham in the AFC Championship.
The Patriots are playing their best defense of the season, confusing quarterbacks like CJ Stroud and Justin Herbert, which suggests Stidham may struggle against New England's defensive schemes.
Despite Denver's strong defense, the Patriots' healthy offense and superior overall play make them favorites to win the AFC Championship, with a predicted 8-point victory for New England.
In the NFC Championship, the Rams and Seahawks face off for the third time this season, with the Rams holding a slight edge due to their offensive