The Patriots are the overwhelming favorites to represent the AFC, but they still have to play the games in order to win Super Bowl LI. The offense needs to score points, the defense needs to avoid giving up points, and special teams needs to continue to win the battle of field position. The Patriots have the talent and coaching to run the AFC as long as they play their game since all their AFC postseason games will be at home. The Texans will be the first team to step into Foxboro, with the winner of the Steelers/Chiefs being the next team should the Patriots win on Saturday.
The 10 most crucial players for a potential Patriots title run
