AFC Championship Game Preview: Mile High Stadium Showdown

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AFC Championship Analysis at Mile High Stadium

The AFC championship game is set to take place at Mile High Stadium this Sunday at 3 PM. The betting line opened at 4.5 points and saw some movement, reaching up to 5.5 points. According to expert George Kurtz, the line is expected to continue rising throughout the week.

Jarrett Stidham will lead the Denver Broncos as the starting quarterback, while the New England Patriots will rely on Drake May. May, despite not playing his best football lately and appearing to be prone to turnovers, will start for the Patriots. The total score line for the game has also seen a shift, moving from 40.5 to 42.5 points.

Weather conditions may play a significant role in the game, with temperatures dropping from the mid-40s earlier in the week to the low 40s and expected to reach even into the 20s on game day. This drastic change in weather could impact both teams, fans, and betting behaviors.

Despite the potential rise in the point spread, there is skepticism about it reaching a 7-point difference. Both Denver and New England are not dome teams, meaning the weather can have a substantial impact, and sudden changes are common in Denver's climate. Denver, holding the number one seed, also has a rest advantage, having played their last game on Saturday compared to New England's Sunday game. These factors make Denver a strong contender, not only to win but also to cover the spread under challenging conditions.