Herald Readers Predict Patriots’ AFC Championship Appearance in Poll Results
In a recent poll conducted by Filmogaz.com, readers expressed strong confidence in the New England Patriots’ playoff prospects. Over 200 responses revealed that a significant number of participants believe the team is poised for a deep postseason run.
Readers’ Predictions for Patriots’ AFC Championship Journey
The poll results indicated that 39% of respondents expect the Patriots to advance to the AFC Championship game. Meanwhile, 23.3% anticipate an earlier exit, predicting the team will be eliminated in the Divisional Round against the Houston Texans.
Confidence Levels among Fans
A notable 12.4% of those surveyed think the Patriots will reach the Super Bowl. Even more optimistically, 20% of participants believe New England will clinch the championship title this season.
- AFC Championship Prediction: 39%
- Divisional Round Elimination Prediction: 23.3%
- Super Bowl Prediction: 12.4%
- Championship Win Prediction: 20%
The poll was conducted prior to the Patriots’ Wild Card victory over the Los Angeles Chargers, where they secured a 16-3 win. Interestingly, only 5.2% of the surveyed fans believed that the Patriots would face elimination in that match-up.
Upcoming Matchup against the Texans
This Sunday at 3 p.m., the Patriots are set to host the Texans at Gillette Stadium in the Divisional Round. The Texans earned their spot after defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers in the Wild Card Round.
Historically, the Patriots have had success against the Texans in the postseason, winning their previous two encounters during the 2012 and 2016 playoffs.
