The Patriots have a slew of players listed as questionable, particularly on the defense and offensive line. One significant potential absence could be center Ben Brown, who did not practice this week with a concussion. Coach Jerod Mayo said Lecitus Smith and Cole Strange are potential options to handle snapping duties if Brown is unavailable.

According to Jan. 6, 1964, editions of the Globe the day after the game, Gillman and the Chargers devised a scheme designed to pull star Patriots linebacker Nick Buoniconti away from the middle of the field, which they believed would open up running lanes all the way to Chula Vista.

Edwards broke off his longest run of the season on the next play, a statement snap from the offensive line up front as the unit cleared a huge role. Two plays later, Herbert shoveled a checkdown to running back Hassan Haskins, who took it 34 yards for the sealing touchdown.