Patriots vs. Broncos prediction, odds, time, spread: 2026 AFC Championship Game picks by proven model - CBS Sports

CBS Sports provides predictions, odds, and analysis for the 2026 AFC Championship Game between the Denver Broncos and the New England Patriots. The Patriots are favored by 5.5 points, with an over/under set at 42.5 points. SportsLine's model predicts a low-scoring game with the Patriots covering the spread. Key players include Patriots' quarterback Drake Maye and wide receiver Stefon Diggs, and Broncos' backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham and wide receiver Courtland Sutton.