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The long-time Patriots coach will reportedly return to New England in a varied capacity for the 2021 season.

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.

Our staff has compiled what the top 'experts' are predicting the Patriots will do in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft.

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.

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.

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.

The Patriots have plenty of questions to answer this offseason and plenty of ammunition to make some big splashes.

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

Sounds of the Season: How 2020's artificial crowd noise became reality

Home, Alone: Foxborough without fans 'surreal, weird'

Thanksgiving with the Folks: Kicker Grateful for Family, Faith, Food, and Football

It is what I.T. is: 2020 Draft a complex logistical web

His Best Shot: Once Overlooked, Gunner Olszewski Now Aims High

A Patriotic Mission: Team plane completes humanitarian flight to China

Half of Me: The Kyle Van Noy story

Nate Ebner's Fatherland, Part Three: Peace at Last

Nate Ebner's Fatherland, Part Two: Triumph over Tragedy

Nate Ebner's Fatherland, Part One: Junkyard Doggedness

Lead from the Back: The Sony Michel story

You don't know Jack: The most influential Patriot you've never heard of

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