Patriots 28-16 Texans (Jan 18, 2026) Game Recap

ESPN·Jan 18

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The New England Patriots defeated the Houston Texans 28-16. The win advances the Patriots to the AFC Championship game, where they will face the Denver team. The outcome has prompted reaction from Texans fans and analysis of the game, with various outlets offering observations and takeaways from the matchup.

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