AFC Championship Game Preview: Denver Hosts New England

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AFC Championship Game Preview: Denver's Cold Weather Clash

This Sunday at 3:00 p.m., Denver will host the AFC Championship game, featuring cold weather conditions typical for this time of year. The temperature is expected to hover around 20 degrees, with no precipitation and minimal wind under 10 MPH, which should favor both teams' quarterbacks.

Attention is particularly focused on quarterback Jarrett Stidham of the Denver Broncos. Despite uncertainties around his performance, team practice reports have been positively glowing. Stidham, having been nurtured under the guidance of coach Sean Payton, is well-acquainted with the team's playbook and what is expected of him. This game comes as an opportunity for him to step up significantly, supported by what has been one of the NFL's top offensive lines this season.

Sean Payton is expected to employ a strategic offensive gameplay, likely revolving around quick, short passes to keep the chains moving and to integrate the running game effectively. This approach aims to leverage the strong offensive line to protect Stidham against the Patriots' defense, which will be crucial for the Broncos' success in this high-stakes matchup.