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Report: Matt Patricia returns to Patriots coaching staff
The long-time Patriots coach will reportedly return to New England in a varied capacity for the 2021 season.
2021 Patriots Mock Draft Tracker
Our staff has compiled what the top 'experts' are predicting the Patriots will do in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft.
2021 Senior Bowl will be the key scouting event of the offseason
With the East-West Shrine Game and NFL Scouting Combine shifting to accommodate COVID-19, the Senior Bowl will press on and become even more important to draft scouting.
21 Burning questions for Patriots 2021 offseason
The Patriots have plenty of questions to answer this offseason and plenty of ammunition to make some big splashes.
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Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: In search of a quarterback
Bailey, Olszewski, Onwenu earn PFWA honors
NFL Notes: Divisional Round Edition
Belichick, Brady and Tippett share their letters to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Selection Committee on Richard Seymour
Time for Seymour to complete the climb
Brown, Covington named 2021 East-West Shrine Bowl coaches
Report: Josh McDaniels to interview with Eagles
After Further Review: Closing out the 2020 Patriots
Patriots News Blitz 1/15: Bruschi: 'Garoppolo makes sense'
Matthew Slater, Bill Belichick share importance of team's 'Monday meetings' on racism, social justice
Sounds of the Season: How 2020's artificial crowd noise became reality
Patriots News Blitz 1/14: Putting the pieces together
Report: Mayo to interview for Eagles head coach position
Patriots News Blitz 1/13: Early looks at the mocks
Tippett, Sims elected to College Football Hall of Fame
Joe Cardona announced as one of three finalists for Salute to Service Award
NFL Notes: Wild Card Edition
Patriots Unfiltered's 2020 Lighthouse Awards
Patriots News Blitz 1/12: Getting the rebuild started
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Plotting a course for the offseason
Patriots News Blitz 1/11: Reports: Ziegler to remain with Pats
Patriots Present Patriots Difference Maker of the Week Award to Dr. Robin Abramson from South Burlington, VT
Devin McCourty and James White Named New England Patriots 2020 Ed Block Courage Award Winners
Statement from Bill Belichick on Nick Caserio
Bailey, Olszewski named AP All-Pro First Team; Slater to Second Team
Patriots players give grants to eight local organizations through their 2020 Social Justice Fund
Patriots News Blitz 1/8: Turning the page to a busy offseason
Patriots News Blitz 1/7: Taking stock as changes begin to arrive early
Patriots Sign Linebacker Michael Pinckney To A Future Contract
Patriots News Blitz 1/6: Caserio reportedly on the move
Richard Seymour named Pro Football Hall of Fame Finalist
The American Cancer Society and National Football League Award $50,000 Grants To Two Boston Health Centers To Safely Increase Cancer Screenings During COVID-19
Focusing on 2021 Patriots opponents
Week 17 NFL Notes: Time To Move On
Berj Najarian leads NFL Auction for My Cause, My Cleats
Patriots News Blitz 1/5: Wrapping up 2020's loose ends
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: The QB Quandary (and more)
Patriots Sign 10 Players to Future Contracts
Unfiltered Notebook 1/4: Pats close the notebook on 2020
Patriots secure 15th pick in 2021 NFL Draft
Patriots reflect on trying 2020 season and playing for their brotherhood
Top 5 photos from Patriots vs. Jets presented by CarMax
Transcript: Bill Belichick Press Conference 1/4
After Further Review: High-level execution gets Pats past Jets
Patriots News Blitz 1/4: Wrapping up a feel-good finale
A statement from Patriots players, coaches and personnel
Game Observations: Patriots finish off Jets, 2020 season
New Year's Celebration: Patriots outlast Jets in season finale
New England Patriots Postgame Quotes 1/3
Game Notes: Newton is the first Patriots QB to have a receiving touchdown
Patriots Unfiltered Q & A
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Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: In search of a quarterback
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Plotting a course for the offseason
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: The QB Quandary (and more)
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: QB of the future and looking ahead to 2021 season
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: QBs, FAs and other rebuilding items
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Veteran free agents, rookie development and a quick 2021 look-ahead
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Lovin' life in L.A.?
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Which players on IR might return?
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: What happened to the running game?
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Tracking Patriots development and surprises
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: More questions at QB
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Post-trade deadline reaction
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Time to pick up the pieces
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: How can Patriots bounce back from Broncos loss?
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Tossing around QB questions
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Who starts at QB Week 5?
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Looking for LBs, kicking problems and more
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Putting the 2020 Patriots over the top
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Post-Opener Reactions
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Week 1 is here!
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Pass rush, WR, LB depth and roster decisions
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Training camp standouts and concerns
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Setting up camp in Foxborough
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Who replaces Hightower and what to do with the added cap space?
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: How will training camp roster play out?
Analysis
Report: Matt Patricia returns to Patriots coaching staff
2021 Senior Bowl will be the key scouting event of the offseason
21 Burning questions for Patriots 2021 offseason
Bailey, Olszewski, Onwenu earn PFWA honors
NFL Notes: Divisional Round Edition
Time for Seymour to complete the climb
Brown, Covington named 2021 East-West Shrine Bowl coaches
Report: Josh McDaniels to interview with Eagles
Sounds of the Season: How 2020's artificial crowd noise became reality
Report: Mayo to interview for Eagles head coach position
Tippett, Sims elected to College Football Hall of Fame
NFL Notes: Wild Card Edition
Patriots Unfiltered's 2020 Lighthouse Awards
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Plotting a course for the offseason
Bailey, Olszewski named AP All-Pro First Team; Slater to Second Team
Richard Seymour named Pro Football Hall of Fame Finalist
Focusing on 2021 Patriots opponents
Week 17 NFL Notes: Time To Move On
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: The QB Quandary (and more)
Patriots secure 15th pick in 2021 NFL Draft
New Year's Celebration: Patriots outlast Jets in season finale
Inactive Analysis: Co-captains Guy, Bentley return for finale
Hall leaves impact on 2020 Patriots with big hits and consistency
Season's Beatings: Patriots stampeded by Buffalo
Inactive Analysis: Defense loses two key players
Week 16 NFL Notes: Playoffs Will Go On Without Pats
Beach Bummer: Miami dashes Patriots postseason hopes
Inactive Analysis: Dolphins lose three key players vs. NE
Game-Day Roster Update: Patriots offense down two for Miami
Hall In: LB working his way up Patriots depth chart
Week 15 NFL Notes: Impressive rookie crop developing
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Veteran free agents, rookie development and a quick 2021 look-ahead
Ram-page: L.A. runs roughshod over New England
Inactive Analysis: Asiasi back in action
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Lovin' life in L.A.?
Week 14 NFL Notes: Patriots Path Still In Play
Taking Charge: Patriots dominate Bolts in L.A.
Inactive Analysis: Newton, Jackson to play; Keene returns
Belichick coaching tree has deep roots in family
Home, Alone: Foxborough without fans 'surreal, weird'
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Which players on IR might return?
Week 13 NFL Notes: Patriots haven't lost any toughness
Card-Tricked: Patriots snatch late victory from Arizona's grasp
Inactive Analysis: Michel returns, but who plays LT?
Keys to the Game presented by Carmax: Can Pats put it all together vs. Cardinals?
Thanksgiving with the Folks: Kicker Grateful for Family, Faith, Food, and Football
Week 12 NFL Notes: Patriots running out of chances
Problems in Houston: Mistakes, injuries thwart Patriots' comeback
Inactive Analysis: Gilmore, Bentley to play; Michel sits
Game-Day Roster Update: Duo not traveling to Houston
Keys to the Game presented by Carmax: Pats look to get even in Houston
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Tracking Patriots development and surprises
Week 11 NFL Notes: Patriots impress with hard-fought win over Ravens
Rave Reviews: Patriots earn important win in wind and rain
Inactive Analysis: Guy returns, but key defenders still unavailable
Keys to the Game presented by Carmax: Patriots must slow down Jackson, Ravens
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: More questions at QB
Week 10 NFL Notes: Jets win shouldn't change outlook
Air Traffic Controlled: Patriots overcome Jets' aerial assault
Inactive Analysis: TE an issue once again
Keys to the Game presented by Carmax: Pats look to break winless streak vs. winless Jets
Game-Day Roster Update: Defense loses three starters
Analysis: Patriots trade for receiver Isaiah Ford
Week 9 NFL Notes: Flores makes the right move
Top Bill-ing: New England battles, ultimately succumbs to East-leading Buffalo
Inactive Analysis: Both rookie TEs sidelined in Buffalo
Keys to the Game presented by Carmax: Season on the line as Pats head to Buffalo
Week 8 NFL Notes: Is it time to change?
Red & Gold Rush: Garoppolo's Niners strike it rich in Foxborough
Inactive Analysis: Good news for OL, bad news for rookies
Keys to the Game presented by Carmax: Patriots look to get even vs. 49ers
Week 7 NFL Notes: Trade deadline approaching
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: How can Patriots bounce back from Broncos loss?
Delay of Game: Patriots' late comeback falls short vs. Denver
Inactive Analysis: With Newton back, O-Line the center of attention once again
Keys to the Game presented by Carmax: Patriots and Broncos finally square off
Unfiltered Notebook 10/15: Patriots back in the saddle for Broncos prep
Unfiltered Notebook 10/14: Newton reportedly set to return
5 takeaways from Patriots first quarter of 2020
Week 6 NFL Notes: COVID has everyone adjusting
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Tossing around QB questions
Analysis: Early bye for Pats provides a chance to get healthy
Keys to the Game presented by Carmax: Out-of-practice Pats brace for Broncos
Belichick: Pats taking it day-by-day, preparing to play
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Who starts at QB Week 5?
Report: Stephon Gilmore tests positive for COVID-19
Week 5 NFL Notes: Allen continues to impress; O'Brien let go
What a Day: Patriots give Chiefs all they can handle
Inactive Analysis: Mason replacement needed at RG
Game Day Roster Update: Michel out, new QB versus K.C.
Keys to the Game presented by CarMax: Patriots aim for statement win vs. Chiefs
Reports: Cam Newton out vs. Chiefs due to COVID-19
Analysis: Despite Andrews loss, Patriots in good hands at center
Week 4 NFL Notes: Bring on the Noise
No dice, Vegas: Patriots thwart Raiders' invasion
Inactive Analysis: Who starts at center?
Keys to the Game presented by CarMax: Patriots look to bounce back vs. Raiders
Patriots Unfiltered Q&A: Putting the 2020 Patriots over the top
Week 3 NFL Notes: Injuries hit hard
Heartbroken: In Seattle, Patriots deal with loss
Patriots Off the Field
Matthew Slater, Bill Belichick share importance of team's 'Monday meetings' on racism, social justice
Patriots players give grants to eight local organizations through their 2020 Social Justice Fund
Berj Najarian leads NFL Auction for My Cause, My Cleats
Patriots reflect on trying 2020 season and playing for their brotherhood
Cam Newton honored with Ron Hobson Media Good Guy Award
Brandon Copeland named Week 15 NFLPA Community MVP
Adrian Phillips, Chase Winovich, Gunner Olszewski honor their 'healthcare heroes' during warmups
'Tis the season: How Patriots players gave back this holiday season
Devin McCourty's teammates pull for him in NFL Man of the Year Charity Challenge (and you should too)
Check out the 2020 Patriots Holiday Gift Guide
From the shadows: Berj Najarian uses My Cause, My Cleats to shine light on Armenia
Bill Belichick Foundation gives away $440,000 in grants and scholarships
Patriots players ring in the holiday season at Magic of Lights
My Cause, My Cleats: J.J. Taylor hopes to see an end to bullying
My Cause, My Cleats: Shilique Calhoun shines light on mental health
Immeasurable impact: Why Devin McCourty deserves to be the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year
Significance of returning to UCLA, L.A. isn't lost on Matthew Slater
Stephon Gilmore, Jayson Tatum swap jerseys
The touching reason why Devin McCourty knew he would score on Sunday
Cam Newton teaches Jake Bailey to dab in purest sideline moment
Patriots teammates can't hold back excitement after Gunner Olszewski's two-TD game
New Berlin Patriots fan club enthusiasm grows even more with German players' successes
Brandon Copeland makes 2021 Forbes 30 Under 30 sports list
Folk hero: What Nick Folk's teammates had to say about his game-winning kick
Guy, Bethel, Patriots Foundation host annual Thanksgiving events
MORE OFF THE FIELD
Roster Moves
Patriots Sign Linebacker Michael Pinckney To A Future Contract
Patriots Sign 10 Players to Future Contracts
Patriots Make A Series of Roster Moves
Patriots Sign DB Dee Virgin
Patriots Place DL Tashawn Bower and LB Josh Uche on Injured Reserve
Patriots Release TE Jordan Thomas
Patriots Release Offensive Lineman Earl Watford From The Practice Squad
Patriots Make A Series of Roster Moves
Patriots Sign Kicker Roberto Aguayo To Practice Squad
Patriots Place Cornerback Stephon Gilmore On Injured Reserve
Patriots Sign DL Isaiah Mack to Practice Squad; Release TE Paul Quessenberry from Practice Squad
Patriots Activate Linebacker Shilique Calhoun To The 53-Man Roster From Injured Reserve; Release Defensive Lineman Isaiah Mack
Patriots Sign Offensive Lineman Earl Watford To The Practice Squad; Release Defensive Back Dayan Lake From The Practice Squad
Patriots Sign LB Jack Cichy to the Practice Squad
Patriots Activate TE Devin Asiasi to the 53-man Roster; Place TE Ryan Izzo on Injured Reserve
Patriots Release LB Jack Cichy; Sign DB Dayan Lake and WR Devin Smith Practice Squad
Patriots Make a Series of Roster Transactions
Patriots Claim LB Jack Cichy Off Waivers from Tampa Bay
Patriots Sign DB J.T. Hassell and OL Ross Reynolds to the Practice Squad
Patriots Announce A Series of Roster Moves
Patriots make a series of roster transactions
Patriots Make Practice Squad Changes
Patriots re-sign QB Jake Dolegala to the practice squad; release TE David Wells from the practice squad
Patriots Make Series Of Roster Transactions
Patriots release TE Dylan Cantrell from the practice squad; place OL Caleb Benenoch on the practice squad injured reserve list
Unfiltered Notebook
Unfiltered Notebook 1/4: Pats close the notebook on 2020
Unfiltered Notebook 1/1: Pats ready to leave it all on the field vs. Jets
Unfiltered Notebook 12/31: Phillips a 2020 bright spot on defense
Unfiltered Notebook 12/30: Rookies stay resilient in a challenging year unlike any other
Unfiltered Notebook 12/29: McDaniels eyes strong finish
Unfiltered Notebook 12/26: Every rep is an opportunity for young Patriots
Unfiltered Notebook 12/24: Newton looks to maximize opportunities against Bills
Unfiltered Notebook 12/23: Herron is latest rookie to see an expanded role
Unfiltered Notebook 12/22: Belichick praises Pats Pro Bowlers
Unfiltered Notebook 12/21: Pro Bowler Gilmore reportedly needs surgery
Unfiltered Notebook 12/18: Jackson stays motivated in breakout season
Unfiltered Notebook 12/17: Newton re-energized for divisional clash
Unfiltered Notebook 12/16: Pats size up another impressive rookie quarterback
Unfiltered Notebook 12/15: Divisional rematch slate begins with Dolphins
Unfiltered Notebook 12/14: Bailey winning hidden yardage battle
Unfiltered Notebook 12/12: Veteran leaders mentoring the next generation of Pats defenders
Unfiltered Notebook 12/11: Group effort to get offense back on track
Unfiltered Notebook 12/8: Dugger continues on rapid track
Unfiltered Notebook 12/7: Gilmore locked on Rams
Unfiltered Notebook 12/4: LA homecoming for Folk
Unfiltered Notebook 12/3: Attitude and focus for Butler
Unfiltered Notebook 12/2: White leads buoyant running back group
Unfiltered Notebook 12/1: Pats prep turns to Herbert, Bosa and Chargers
Unfiltered Notebook 11/30: Goal-line stand out
Unfiltered Notebook 11/27: Byrd ascending after year under Larry Fitzgerald
Unfiltered Notebook 11/25: Dugger learning on the fly
Unfiltered Notebook 11/24: Harrison, Seymour named Hall of Fame semifinalists
Unfiltered Notebook 11/23: Pats captains stay resilient
Unfiltered Notebook 11/20: Gilmore back on lock
Unfiltered Notebook 11/19: Guy's toughness and leadership setting defensive tone
Unfiltered Notebook 11/18: Burkhead shining in key spots
Unfiltered Notebook 11/17: Winovich embraces new role
Press Releases
Joe Cardona announced as one of three finalists for Salute to Service Award
Devin McCourty and James White Named New England Patriots 2020 Ed Block Courage Award Winners
Statement from Bill Belichick on Nick Caserio
A statement from Patriots players, coaches and personnel
Future Patriots Opponents: 2021 through 2024
Patriots Release Offensive Lineman Earl Watford From The Practice Squad
Patriots Place Cornerback Stephon Gilmore On Injured Reserve
Three Patriots Selected to NFL Pro Bowl
Patriots Activate Linebacker Shilique Calhoun To The 53-Man Roster From Injured Reserve; Release Defensive Lineman Isaiah Mack
Patriots Sign Offensive Lineman Earl Watford To The Practice Squad; Release Defensive Back Dayan Lake From The Practice Squad
Eight Finalists Announced for 2020 Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award
Bill Belichick Statement on Ray Perkins
Devin McCourty Named Patriots Nominee for Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award Presented by Nationwide
Patriots WR Gunner Olszewksi Named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week
Patriots Saddened to Announce the Passing of Cheerleading Director Tracy Sormanti
32 Players Nominated for 2020 Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award
Patriots K Nick Folk Named Special Teams Player of the Week
Game Notes: Cam Newton has the most rushing attempts in a single season by a Patriots QB
Patriots Make Series Of Roster Transactions
Patriots Present Patriots Difference Maker of the Week Award to Isabel Povey from Hampstead, N.H.
New England Patriots and CarMax Surprise Local Children of Military Service Members with New Bikes at Natick Army Base
Patriots, Revolution and Campbell's® Chunky® to donate 42,000 meals to military, veterans, and their families
Food4Vets Program to Provide Meals to Veterans in New Hampshire on Friday, Nov. 13
NFL Announces Nominees for Salute to Service Award Presented by USAA
Patriots K Nick Folk Named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week
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Longform Features
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Sounds of the Season: How 2020's artificial crowd noise became reality
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Home, Alone: Foxborough without fans 'surreal, weird'
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Thanksgiving with the Folks: Kicker Grateful for Family, Faith, Food, and Football
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It is what I.T. is: 2020 Draft a complex logistical web
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His Best Shot: Once Overlooked, Gunner Olszewski Now Aims High
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A Patriotic Mission: Team plane completes humanitarian flight to China
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Half of Me: The Kyle Van Noy story
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Nate Ebner's Fatherland, Part Three: Peace at Last
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Nate Ebner's Fatherland, Part Two: Triumph over Tragedy
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Nate Ebner's Fatherland, Part One: Junkyard Doggedness
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Lead from the Back: The Sony Michel story
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You don't know Jack: The most influential Patriot you've never heard of
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Feature: Getting down to business
Transcripts
Transcript: Bill Belichick Press Conference 1/4
New England Patriots Postgame Quotes 1/3
New York Jets Postgame Quotes 1/3
Transcript: Bill Belichick Press Conference 1/1
What They're Saying: New York Jets
Transcript: Bill Belichick Press Conference 12/30
Transcript: Bill Belichick Conference Call 12/29
New England Patriots Postgame Quotes 12/28
Buffalo Bills Postgame Quotes 12/28
What They're Saying: Buffalo Bills
Transcript: Bill Belichick Press Conference 12/23
Transcript: Bill Belichick Conference Call 12/22
Transcript: Bill Belichick Conference Call 12/21
New England Patriots Postgame Quotes 12/20
Miami Dolphins Postgame Quotes 12/20
Transcript: Bill Belichick Press Conference 12/18
What They're Saying: Miami Dolphins
Transcript: Bill Belichick Press Conference 12/16
Transcript: Bill Belichick Press Conference 12/11
New England Patriots Postgame Quotes 12/10
Los Angeles Rams Postgame Quotes 12/10
What They're Saying: Los Angeles Rams
Transcript: Bill Belichick Video Press Conference 12/8
Transcript: Bill Belichick Video Press Conference 12/7
New England Patriots Postgame Quotes 12/6
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Game Recap
New Year's Celebration: Patriots outlast Jets in season finale
Season's Beatings: Patriots stampeded by Buffalo
Beach Bummer: Miami dashes Patriots postseason hopes
Ram-page: L.A. runs roughshod over New England
Taking Charge: Patriots dominate Bolts in L.A.
Card-Tricked: Patriots snatch late victory from Arizona's grasp
Problems in Houston: Mistakes, injuries thwart Patriots' comeback
Rave Reviews: Patriots earn important win in wind and rain
Air Traffic Controlled: Patriots overcome Jets' aerial assault
Top Bill-ing: New England battles, ultimately succumbs to East-leading Buffalo
Red & Gold Rush: Garoppolo's Niners strike it rich in Foxborough
Delay of Game: Patriots' late comeback falls short vs. Denver
What a Day: Patriots give Chiefs all they can handle
No dice, Vegas: Patriots thwart Raiders' invasion
Hitting the ground running: Patriots churn out tough win over Miami
Run over: Patriots flattened by Henry, Titans
Bye-gone: Loss makes Patriots Wild Card Weekenders for first time in decade
East Mode: Patriots once again reign over division
A win and in: Patriots playoff-bound with victory in Cincy
Two, Too Much: Patriots fall short for second straight week
Houston, a problem: Defeat drops Patriots to 10-2
Wet + Windy = Win: Patriots get it done in inclement weather
Heavyweight bout: Patriots survive South Philly slugfest
Blackout: Ravens deal Patriots first 2019 defeat
300 and counting: Patriots outslug Browns for milestone Belichick win
Boogeymen and ghosts: Patriots scary good in Gotham
Six appeal: Patriots again overcome sloppy start, improve to 6-0
Capital gains: After slow start, Patriots pummel Washington
Fight to the finish: Defense, special teams preserve gritty win
Jet-lagged: Mild discomfort in comfortable win
Beating the heat: Patriots look cool in Miami
Opening Statement: Patriots make it look easy in opener
Game Observations
Game Observations: Patriots finish off Jets, 2020 season
Game Observations: Bills keep rolling vs. Patriots
Game Observations: Dolphins run Pats out of postseason contention
Game Observations: Rams run over Patriots
Game Observations: Patriots explode in Chargers blowout
Game Observations: Pats outlast Cardinals for last-second win
Game Observations: Pats fall short in Houston