2006 AFC: New England Patriots 24, San Diego Chargers 21

The Patriots win at San Diego despite three Tom Brady interceptions.

In the divisional round of the 2006–07 NFL playoffs the New England Patriots beat the San Diego Chargers 24–21 on the road; the Chargers had been unbeaten at home in the regular season. The Patriots then lost the AFC Championship Game to the Indianapolis Colts 38–34.

Quick Facts

Score: Patriots 24, Chargers 21
Round: AFC Divisional, 2006–07 NFL playoffs
Site: At the San Diego Chargers
Turnovers: Chargers 4, Patriots 3 interceptions thrown
Next: Lost the AFC Championship Game to the Colts 38–34

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Background

San Diego's roster included league MVP running back LaDainian Tomlinson, nine Pro Bowlers and five All-Pros. The Chargers outgained New England 352–327 and intercepted Tom Brady three times, but lost four turnovers, three of which became Patriots scoring drives. Tomlinson scored on a 2-yard run and Michael Turner on a 6-yard run before Jabar Gaffney's touchdown catch with six seconds left in the half cut San Diego's lead to 14–10.