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Patriots 16, Raiders 13 (OT)

Patriots storm to AFC title game after snowy comeback

Eliminate Raiders, helped by controversial call

By Nick Cafardo

 |  Globe Staff  

  January 20, 2002

In an incredible comeback, sparked by an controversial call, the Patriots scored an 16-13 overtime victory over the Raiders on Adam Vinatieri’s 23-yard field goal in heavy snow.

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