Updated Jan. 25, 2026, 12:35 p.m. MT
The Denver Broncos (14-3) are set to host the New England Patriots (14-3) in the AFC Championship game at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado, on Saturday, Jan. 25.
Kickoff for the conference title game has been scheduled for 1:00 p.m. MT (3:00 p.m. ET), and the game will be nationally televised on CBS. NFL fans can stream the Broncos–Patriots game on FuboTV.
Denver’s considered a home underdog after losing starting quarterback Bo Nix to a season-ending ankle injury in the divisional round of the playoffs. Jarrett Stidham will start in Nix’s place against New England.
Follow along below for live game updates.
Bo Nix is attending today’s AFC title game.
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Peyton Manning is in the house
Ten years ago, Peyton Manning and the Broncos defeated the Patriots in the 2015 AFC Championship game ahead of a win at Levi’s Stadium in Super Bowl 50.
Champ Bailey is attending today’s game.
Jarrett Stidham leading today’s prayer
With Bo Nix sidelined, Jarrett Stidham is leading today’s prayer with wide receivers and running backs.
Broncos inactives: 7 players won’t play vs. Patriots
Denver has announced its list of inactive players for the AFC title game. Of note, running back J.K. Dobbins (foot) was ruled out on Friday, and he remains on injured reserve. Dobbins might be able to return for the Super Bowl if the Broncos get an upset win today.
Jarrett Stidham’s set to make his first start since 2023.
We’re getting closer to kickoff!
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Jarrett Stidham arrives in style
Jarrett Stidham is set to become the first quarterback in NFL history to make his first start of the season in a conference championship game after not attempting a single pass during the regular season.
We’ve seen backup quarterbacks win Super Bowls.
Denver will wear orange jerseys with white pants and blue socks today.
Antonio Pierce backs Jarrett Stidham
Antonio Pierce thinks Jarrett Stidham could play “out of his mind” against the Patriots.
Steve Wyche’s pregame report for NFL Network
Sean Payton will aim to do it again on Sunday.
Bo Nix’s surgery revealed “no joint surface damage,” which is a good sign. He’s expected to be sidelined for 12 weeks, which means he could return in time for the team’s offseason program in the spring.
Gardiner Brothers perform at Empower Field at Mile High
The Broncos have the Gardiner Brothers on their side today.
The winner of Sunday’s conference title game will advance to Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, on Sunday, Feb. 8 at 4:30 p.m. MT on NBC.
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