QB Jarrett Stidham on Broncos' defensive performance in AFC Championship Game: 'They played their tails off'

Quarterback Jarrett Stidham spoke to the media following Sunday's AFC Championship Game loss to the New England Patriots.

Following the Denver Broncos' 10-7 loss to the New England Patriots at Empower Field at Mile High, lead writer Aric DiLalla and team reporter Elisa Hernandez recap the game, discuss the key moments on defense and more.

Head Coach Sean Payton spoke to the media following Sunday's AFC Championship Game loss to the New England Patriots.

Running back RJ Harvey springs a 9-yard rush against the Patriots.

Defensive tackles D.J. Jones and Malcolm Roach sack Patriots quarterback Drake Maye for a 7-yard loss.

Safety Talanoa Hufanga tackles New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson in the backfield for a loss.

Outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper thwarts the Patriots' third-down opportunity with a sack of Drake Maye.

Running back RJ Harvey secures a pass from quarterback Jarrett Stidham and breaks off an 11-yard gain against the Patriots.

Defensive tackle D.J. Jones sacks Patriots quarterback Drake Maye.

Outside linebacker Que Robinson records the first solo sack of his career on a takedown of Patriots quarterback Drake Maye.

Running back RJ Harvey avoids getting tackled in the backfield and breaks off a 9-yard rush against the Patriots.

Cornerback Pat Surtain II bats away a Drake Maye pass intended for Kayshon Boutte.

Wide receiver Courtland Sutton catches quarterback Jarrett Stidham's first touchdown pass of the season to give Denver an early lead.

Wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. hauls in quarterback Jarrett Stidham's deep pass for a 52-yard gain against the Patriots.

Get set for the Broncos' AFC Championship Game matchup against the Patriots with this hype video narrated by quarterback Bo Nix.

Take a look at the Broncos' fan rally on Saturday ahead of Denver's AFC title game showdown against the Patriots.

Watch as Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning gets you set for the Broncos' AFC Championship Game matchup against the New England Patriots.

On this episode of "Broncos in 60," guard Quinn Meinerz talks about the challenge of facing the New England Patriots on Sunday. Plus, Head Coach Sean Payton weighs in on the success the Patriots have found this season and more.

Head Coach Sean Payton speaks with the media about how the Patriots have conducted a quick turnaround after a 4-13 season, how turnovers can affect a game and more.

On this edition of "Broncos HQ," team reporter Elisa Hernandez and Hall of Famer Steve Atwater break down the Broncos' AFC Championship Game matchup vs. the New England Patriots, as the Broncos are one win away from clinching a Super Bowl berth. Plus, we hear from AP Defensive Player of the Year finalist and outside linebacker Nik Bonitto about how the team is preparing, while our Hall of Famer reveals his keys to the game and more.

Denver Broncos team reporter Elisa Hernandez gets you set for the Broncos' AFC Championship Game matchup vs. the New England Patriots.

On this episode of "Broncos in 60," Defensive Coordinator Vance Joseph talks about the defensive focus going into the AFC Championship Game. Plus, outside linebacker Nik Bonitto weighs in on the challenges of facing New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye.

Defensive Coordinator Vance Joseph speaks with the media about honors he has earned for the 2025 season, how he and the defense are still chasing perfect games and more.

Outside linebacker Nik Bonitto speaks with the media about being named a finalist for AP Defensive Player of the Year, facing Patriots quarterback Drake Maye in the AFC Championship Game and more.

Offensive Coordinator Joe Lombardi speaks with the media about quarterback Bo Nix's injury, preparing for the AFC Championship Game against the Patriots and more.