The AFC Divisional round of the NFL playoffs will see the New England Patriots (14-3) and Houston Texans (12-5) clash at Gillette Stadium on Sunday, January 18, 2026.
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Patriots vs. Texans Game Info
When: Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 3 p.m. ET
Where: Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts
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From Bolts From The Blue
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