Run game, defense send Patriots to AFC title game (The Associated Press)

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The New England Patriots are back in the AFC championship game because of a dominant running attack and an opportunistic defense. You know, the guy who filled in as the holder on extra points when the starter got hurt. New England rushed for 234 yards and beat the Indianapolis Colts 43-22 Saturday night to advance to next Sunday's game in Denver. The top-seeded Broncos moved on with a 24-17 win over the San Diego Chargers on Sunday.

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