US EditionPatriots beat Chargers 16-3, advance to divisional round
New England's defense sacked Justin Herbert six times and forced key turnovers while Drake Maye threw a late touchdown to Hunter Henry to secure the win.
- On January 11, 2026, the New England Patriots defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 16-3 at Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts, advancing to the AFC Divisional Round.
- With better health — the first game since Nov. 13 with key defenders together — the Patriots defense sacked Justin Herbert six times and forced a fumble that set up their touchdown.
- Key plays included Drake Maye's precise 28-yard touchdown pass to Hunter Henry late and Andy Borregales' three field goals from 23, 35 and 39 yards.
- The Patriots will host the winner of Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Houston Texans next weekend, while the Chargers head into the offseason as Justin Herbert fell to 0-3 in the playoffs under Jim Harbaugh.
- Looking beyond the result, Odafe Oweh posted three sacks, a forced fumble and three pressures, boosting his free-agency stock, while the Patriots earned their first postseason win since Super Bowl 53 and injuries to Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis III remain concerns.
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