Denver’s mile-high elevation adds an unseen challenge as the Patriots chase a Super Bowl berth on one of the NFL’s toughest stages.

Christian Barmore played every game this season after being shut down in December 2024 due to lung blood clots.

In the past, the Patriots have opted for varying strategies to adapt to playing in Denver. Ultimately, none of them proved significantly more effective than others. This makes sense given Vrabel’s explanation that it takes over a week to fully acclimate to the change in altitude.

On the latest edition of "Burton Ernie Talk Football with Fauria," Ernie Adams, Steve Burton and Christian Fauria discuss how the Patriots can win in Denver and if the high altitude will be a difference maker.

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel said the team would do it’s best to acclimate once they get there.

The Buffalo Bills are set to face the Denver Broncos in an AFC playoff game this weekend. Fans traveling from Western New York may experience some challenges due to Denver's high altitude.

Mike Vrabel played his share of games in Denver as a player over the course of his 14-year career.

The Patriots take their perfect 8-0 road record to the Mile High City to face the Broncos on Sunday with a trip to the Super Bowl on the line.