Texans at Patriots > 4:30 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 13
Patriots rested but not relaxed
Now that the four wild-card games are over, the four teams that had the weekend off, including the Patriots, can begin to sharpen their preparations, with their opponents finally determined.
On football
Ravin' about chance
The Ravens took out the Colts and now the team likes their chances against the Broncos.
- Ravens 24, Colts 9 Ravens take down Colts
- Seahawks 24, Redskins 14 Lynch runs roughshod over Redskins
- Globe 10.0: Are the Patriots a better playoff team than last year?
NFL playoffs
Packers rout Vikings
The rematch was a mismatch, and the rest of the NFC might want to take notice of how dangerous Green Bay can be.
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Slater's special incentive
With the work ethic of his Hall of Fame father, O-lineman Matthew Slater made himself one of the best at his position.

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Bleacher Report

5 Biggest Draft Needs for the New England PatriotsThe Patriots just wrapped up an impressive 12-4 season, capturing a playoff bye for the third year in a row, and looked primed for another Super Bowl run. But there are multiple spots where they could stand to add some young talent.
Blueprint to Patriots' Perfect OffseasonThe New England Patriots are headed into the playoffs with designs on another Super Bowl run. But with the Pats earning a bye with their win over the Dolphins , we've got Wild .
Power Ranking Patriots Potential AFC Playoff OpponentsThe New England Patriots earned a first-round bye with their Week 17 win over the Miami Dolphins . They will now await the results of the first round to find out who they will face in their first postseason game.
Pats Wise to Play It Safe with GronkThe New England Patriots head into this week's matchup with the Miami Dolphins with plenty to play for, and while it would be nice to get one of their best offensive weapons some .


Tom Brady says Patriots need their best vs. Texans
With their bye week over and the Houston Texans on their way to New England, quarterback Tom Brady knows the Patriots have their work cut out for them this week.

Headlines

- NFL Notes Marrone will fill the bill in Buffalo
- Bill Belichick speaks highly of Texans Sunday
- Bedard: Why Patriots-Texans will, won't be different
- Martin hopes for another ring
- Mazz My guesses are as good as yours
- Wilbur's predictions end with Texans-Patriots
- Jets coach Rex Ryan sporting interesting tattoo
- Scott Pioli leaves Chiefs after four seasons
- Playoff tickets details
- Pats fondly remember late equipment manager
- Belichick excited for playoffs
- Notebook Still a work week for Patriots
- How much are NFL playoff bonuses?
- NFL playoff schedule | Patriots' 2013 opponents set
- OBF Patriots take the high road to Denver
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Patriots got lucky, now it's time for them to be really good
'Tis better to be lucky than good, as the saying goes. Although in the NFL, it is best to be both. And the Patriots certainly qualify.


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