That game is only one of 16 to be played this weekend, however, and several of those other contests either directly or indirectly impact the Patriots in some shape or form as well. Let’s take a look at those games and find out who to root for between Thursday and Sunday.

NFL Week 17 power rankings are here. Who's ranked No. 1? Where are Bears, Seahawks, Patriots after wins? Week 17 NFL power rankings for all 32 teams.

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Jaylinn Hawkin, Craig Woodson and Austin Hooper all have ties to the area and should suit up for New England in Super Bowl LX.

Drake Maye’s quarterback play is the match that lit the fire. Luck? Perhaps. Smaht thinking? Probably. Good coaching? Absolutely.

ESPN's Dan Orlovsky didn't give much respect to the Patriots' defense during a segment on 'Get Up.'