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New England Patriots in their first playoff game in four years

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New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye celebrates after a touchdown scored by running back TreVeyon Henderson during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins in Foxborough, Mass., Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026. (Charles Krupa/AP)
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye celebrates after a touchdown scored by running back TreVeyon Henderson during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins in Foxborough, Mass., Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026. (Charles Krupa/AP)

The New England Patriots appear in their first playoff game in four years when they host the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday night.

ESPN Patriots reporter Mike Reiss explains how the Pats went from four wins last year to finishing with 14 victories this season--under first year coach Mike Vrabel.

This segment aired on January 11, 2026.

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