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(Jan 25, 2026 · Week 21)

Jan. 25, 2026 was guaranteed to be a truly unforgettable one for Christian Elliss, with everything from a Super Bowl berth to a head-to-head against his younger brother at play. As if determined to add memorable highlight clips to the afternoon, the fifth-year tackling machine helped steer momentum in New England’s direction, turning his rapid-fire rush into a strip sack that put the Patriots’ offense at a touchdown’s doorstep. His teammates parlayed it perfectly, scoring just two plays later. Defense became the name of the game in the Pats’ 10-7 conquering of the Denver Broncos, and Elliss, per usual, did his part, joining his fumble-forcing QB takedown alongside four tackles.

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