New England Patriots stun Pittsburgh Steelers, 24–17

The Patriots closed as 10-point underdogs and won outright.

It was the biggest of 1 NFL upset in 2001 Conference championships, and the 7th-biggest of the 2001 season. New England Patriots pulled off 3 other upsets in 2001.

New England Patriots’ other 2001 upsets

1. New England Patriots 20, St. Louis Rams 17

   Super Bowl14-point underdogRecap
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2. New England Patriots 44, Indianapolis Colts 13

   Week 311.5-point underdogRecap
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3. New England Patriots 38, Indianapolis Colts 17

   Week 610.5-point underdogRecap
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