The upcoming AFC Championship Game between the New England Patriots and the Denver Broncos will feature a touch of sibling rivalry.

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The only problem with the return of Broncos inside linebacker Dre “Downhill” Greenlaw is there figures to be fewer snaps for Justin Strnad.

The Denver Broncos are gearing up for their first home playoff game in a decade. Inside linebacker Dre Greenlaw returned to practice Tuesday after recovering from a hamstring injury.

Broncos linebacker Dre Greenlaw will return this week. Greenlaw (hamstring) has no injury designation after a full practice on Thursday. He was limited for the first two practice days of the week. Greenlaw last played in Week 16.

Eight Denver Broncos players did not play in the team's divisional round playoff game against the Buffalo Bills on Saturday.

Outside linebacker Nik Bonitto strip-sacks Josh Allen, and defensive tackle Malcolm Roach recovers for the Broncos' third fumble recovery against the Bills.

Dre Greenlaw’s net worth is estimated at around $5 million, built through steady NFL earnings, endorsements, and his new contract with the Broncos. The former fifth round pick has turned consistency and key performances into long term financial security,

In a turnover-filled game that matched the sloppy, snowy-weather forecast, the New England Patriots leaned on their defense and some timely big plays on offense to record a 28-16 victory over the Houston Texans in an AFC divisional round playoff game Sunday.