New England Patriots move closer to Super Bowl with win over Houston Texans

The Los Angeles Rams will face the Seattle Seahawks for the NFC Championship after overcoming a remarkable finish by the Chicago Bears to claim a 20-17 overtime win.

NFL: Kayshon Boutte of the New England Patriots catches a touchdown pass against the Houston Texans. Picture: Adam Glanzman/Getty Images

The New England Patriots moved a step closer to the Super Bowl as they saw off the Houston Texans 28-16 in Foxborough to set up an AFC Championship contest against the Denver Broncos.

Drake Maye threw for 179 yards and three touchdowns and Kayshon Boutte made an outstanding touchdown catch, but it was the defence that dominated in snowy conditions, with Houston quarterback CJ Stroud throwing three interceptions, including one that was returned for a touchdown by Marcus Jones.