It has been an up-and-down first half for the Patriots, as they host the LA Chargers in their first playoff game since the 2021 season. Although there isn't much pressure to win, considering nobody anticipated they would have a winning record, never mind make it to the playoffs, the Patriots are more than capable of continuing their Super Bowl path and proving they are a legitimate contender this year.
The defense has done its job so far, and a crucial first series tackle by cornerback Carlton Davis III set up a fourth-down stoppage for what has been one of the worst red zone defenses in the league in 2025.