The Packers won't hire Jim Leonhard as their DC, which is good news for the Broncos. Plus, an update on Vance Joseph's HC prospects.

Follow the latest updates from the AFC and NFC championships as the Patriots and Broncos compete to crown the AFC winner, and the Rams play the Seahawks for the NFC title.

Snow is likely in Denver between noon and 2 p.m. Sunday, according to weather service forecasters, and the AFC championship game kick-off is scheduled for 1 p.m. at Empower Field.

A trip to Super Bowl LX is on the line in the AFC Championship Game between the New England Patriots and the Denver Broncos. MassLive will have full coverage from Mile High Stadium beginning pregame until the final whistle.

New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez outlines his approach for the upcoming AFC Championship game against the Denver Broncos.

DraftKings offers $300 in bonus bets for the 2026 AFC Championship Game and 2026 NFC Championship Game on Sunday

Maligned second-year quarterback Bo Nix did his best to match reigning MVP Josh Allen, and his efforts were good enough for a thrilling 33-30 victory in overtime. There was no indication that he was hurt,