New England Patriots beat San Diego Chargers, 24–21

The Patriots closed as 5-point underdogs and won outright. The betting market gave them a 31% chance.

It was the biggest of 2 NFL upsets in 2006 Divisional round, and the 36th-biggest of the 2006 season. New England Patriots pulled off 2 other upsets in 2006.

Other NFL upsets in 2006 Divisional round

1. Indianapolis Colts 15, Baltimore Ravens 6

   4-point underdog36% to winRecap
   Upset size4

New England Patriots’ other 2006 upsets

1. New England Patriots 38, Cincinnati Bengals 13

   Week 45.5-point underdog30% to winRecap
   Upset size5.5
2. New England Patriots 40, Tennessee Titans 23

   Week 173.5-point underdog37% to winRecap
   Upset size3.5

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