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It was New England’s most complementary performance in years, with dominant performances from the offense, defense, and special teams.

“When we don’t beat ourselves and we take care of the football and we play complementary football and we get stops on third down, the return, the special teams are a factor, and we score touchdowns in the red zone, it can look like something,” Mike Vrabel said postgame. “Again, that’s not guaranteed every week, but certainly we can see the difference in how critical those phases are and putting them all together.”

The Patriots started slow for a second straight week, allowing a 76-yard touchdown drive before going three-and-out. Momentum quickly shifted, as a defensive stop on the next series led to a long punt return score and New England’s first points of the game. Carolina didn’t score again until their final drive, while the Patriots scored touchdowns on three straight 2nd quarter drives before adding another in each of the next two quarters.

“We get back to our fundamentals and kind of back to establishing our identity,” Drake Maye told reporters. “I felt like we did that. Probably didn’t hurt ourselves. A few penalties we’d like to have back and obviously three and outs we could have done a better job on first down. Proud of the defense. They put us in some great spots. Marcus Jones, can’t say enough about him. Shoot, he’s the best in the game at it. I feel it was a full team effort and proud of the guys.”

New England’s offense finished with zero turnovers, 100 rushing yards, and went 4-4 in the red zone. The offensive line was also excellent in protection, with the only sack coming on a Maye scramble attempt. Their defense gave up its first 100-yard rushing performance, but Bryce Young threw for less than 200 yards, and the Panthers went just 5-14 on third downs and 1-3 on fourth downs. Special teams also generated multiple big returns while prevented at least one potential disaster in coverage.

With very little to complain about in such a lopsided victory, here are five Patriots who are trending up after today’s game and one nitpick.

5 Up

Drake Maye

Outside of a near-interception on his first attempt and low passes to start the 2nd half, Maye was dialed in and dangerous against the Panthers.

The sophomore quarterback has shown stretches of impressive decisiveness and accuracy, but he seemed to capitalize on more downfield opportunities than last week. That led to a season-high five explosive completions, two touchdowns through the air, and another on a scramble.

.@DrakeMaye2 around the outside

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— New England Patriots (@Patriots) September 28, 2025

Maye also continued to excel on late downs, including an aggressive back shoulder completion on 4th & 3 for 30 yards.

“Yeah, I sure hope so,” Maye said when asked if this is the best version of himself. “If it leads to wins, that’s what I’m trying to become and the quarterback I’m trying to become. I try to do it kind of just my whole career, kind of spread it around and give it to the guys that can make plays. I think everybody’s got some chance on our team, our skill guys to make the defense give them a problem.”

Marcus Jones

The Panthers’ kickoff unit was the talk of the town this week, but it was the Patriots’ punt return team that made special teams headlines this afternoon.

Jones had the best professional game of his career as a returner, setting a franchise record with 167 return yards. Jones also scored for the first time since his walk-off return against the Jets in 2022.

The touchdown was especially impressive considering Jones began by making two defenders miss, then ran behind a unit containing multiple defensive linemen.

Looked like the #Patriots were prepared for a potential fake punt

Milton Williams, Khyiris Tonga, Keion White, and K'Lavon Chaisson were on the field for Marcus Jones' return TD pic.twitter.com/iTuxWWuIgr

— Taylor Kyles (@tkyles39) September 28, 2025

Jones wasn’t done, as he nearly housed his second return of the day before being tripped up by the punter for a 61-yard gain, setting up Gibson’s eventual goal-line score. He also broke three tackles on a solid return in the 3rd quarter.

“He’s not the biggest player, but he’s got great play strength, I think, with the football in his hand,” Vrabel said of the team captain. “He’s got great vision, and, again, you have to be fearless at some level to catch that punt and know that you’re going to make the first guy miss. We’re confident in that. I think he kind of just — it’s just a natural skill. It’s hard to teach. It’s hard to teach with all those bodies in traffic and catching it first and making great decisions with it back there. It’s a lot of comfort with him back there, and we need to continue to make it a weapon.”

Run Game

The Patriots’ ground game needed a big bounce-back game, and that’s exactly what they got against the Panthers. New England ran for over 100 yards and three touchdowns, including multiple explosive carries.

“I thought those guys, we established the run early,” Maye said. “We had some different scheme kind of plays that kind of gave the defense some misdirection that I thought we hit right on the head and turned into explosive plays.”

Antonio Gibson sparked things early with an explosive gain on a jet sweep. One drive later, Gibson followed a dominant combo between Will Campbell and Ben Brown for his first touchdown of the season.

Antonio Gibson smashing thru

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— New England Patriots (@Patriots) September 28, 2025

Rookie TreVeyon Henderson scored for the first time in his career this afternoon, showing patience, pad level, and power to plow ahead for a five-yard run with Austin Hooper, Hunter Henry, Ben Brown, and Morgan Moses throwing key blocks. Henderson also had an explosive gain on an end-around early in the 2nd half.

First @NFL TD for @TreVeyonH4

NFL pic.twitter.com/2hFbnDpMaY

— New England Patriots (@Patriots) September 28, 2025

Rhamondre Stevenson didn’t have many holes to run through, but he averaged 4.2 yards on nine carries, highlighted by a 22-yard gain off the left side.

And most importantly, the Patriots’ backfield ended the day without a fumble.

Stefon Diggs

Stefon Diggs finally broke out for New England after a solid, but unexciting first three games.  The veteran posted his first 100-yard game as a Patriot and the 37th of his career, accounting for multiple explosives.

Diggs’ first big catch came on a crosser where he used a stair-step to separate against cornerback and former Patriot Mike Jackson.

.@DrakeMaye2 beauty to Diggs

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— New England Patriots (@Patriots) September 28, 2025

Diggs’ big day really took off in the 2nd half, which featured two big catches in critical situations.

The veteran caught a converted on a 3rd & 15 on a middle-field completion to overcome a holding penalty. One drive later, Diggs caught a back shoulder ball for 30 yards on an aggressive 4th & 3 throw from Maye, putting the receiver over 100 yards.

“He looked a little faster than I thought,” Maye joked. “He looked pretty fast. I think he’s just going to keep getting more comfortable. Shoot, he’s a great player with the ball in his hands. He’s a great leader on this team. He’s great with the energy, being positive, and glad he’s a Patriot.”

Christian Barmore

Christian Barmore didn’t show up much on the stat sheet, but he was a consistent presence in Carolina’s backfield.

The defensive tackle helped Khyiris Tonga flush Bryce Young to influence a throw away, got quick pressure on a batted pass, put the pocket in Young’s lap on multiple late downs, and drew his latest holding call.

Christian Barmore gets the pressure, Khyiris Tonga bats down the pass! #Patriots pic.twitter.com/lSefZ5oLcQ

— Im not a fan of your favorite team (@fsh733) September 28, 2025

Barmore looked better as a run defender than pass rusher through the first few games, but he seemed to take another step toward his 2023 form, and his head coach noticed his efforts.

“They want sacks, and they want all this,” Vrabel said. “[Christian] Barmore is disrupting the quarterback, and he’s getting holding calls. I don’t want him to be frustrated, but I see those things.”

Nit-Pick

Penalties

Penalties continued to pile up for the Patriots this afternoon.

Alignment issues continue to plague the defensive line, as Harold Landy was flagged for a neutral zone infraction and Anfernee Jennings was called for lining up offsides.

Some post-snap penalties, like Carlton Davis‘ pass interference and holding calls against Tetairoa McMillan, must be improved, but aren’t as egregious. Especially against yet another officiating crew that calls things tight. Austin Hooper was also called for a facemask that was clearly unintentional while blocking in the red zone.

The most concerning post-snap infraction was Henderson’s holding penalty, which was his third in as many games and came on one of the rookie’s only blocking reps.

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“It was one of those games that you just look back and feel like, ‘Man, we hurt ourselves,'” Drake Maye said. “It’s one of those things where [you] just get back to focusing on us and a new opponent. We’ve got to know how to not lose the game on ourselves before we go win it.”

Despite an excellent game plan, Josh McDaniels‘ offense took a big step back after a strong showing in Miami. Giveaways were the main culprit, but missed opportunities prevented what should’ve been a comfortable win.

On the other end of the spectrum, interim coordinator Zak Kuhr’s defense looks to build on an impressive performance. Red zone defense remains an area for improvement, but Aaron Rodgers was held to just 139 passing yards, and Jaylen Warren averaged 2.6 yards on 18 carries.

“I know what we can do, and I still feel like we haven’t played our best football,” Maye said. “That’s what’s promising ahead… You see glimpses of it, but that’s the challenging part of this league, and that’s what’s the fun part about it, of getting to that level and hoping to get to that level when the games matter, really matter, and trying to get a push to the postseason or things like that. So, that’s what we’re trying to build toward and just keep going at it every week.”

The Panthers enter Foxborough at 1-2 following a 30-0 blowout loss to the Falcons. Outside of two low red zone scores, it was a modest performance from Bryce Young and company, as the defense put the team on its back.  Carolina held Michael Penix Jr. under 180 passing yards and picked him off twice, returning one for a touchdown. That said, the Falcons also ran for 131 yards, and Carolina’s pass rush has been one of the worst in the league.

The Panthers may have momentum, but the Patriots have coaching and talent advantages in this matchup. The key will be staying out of their own way.

Protect the Football

Avoiding turnovers is always crucial, but it must be over-emphasized this week. The Patriots lost all four of their fumbles last week, and Maye was punished for just one of three turnover-worthy throws. That won’t fly against the Panthers’ ball-hawking secondary, which is led by Pro Bowl corner Jaycee Horn.

“He’s made some plays this year, and he’s one of those guys backside that is going to play into the boundary and make it tough,” Maye said. “He’s physical, he can play, he’s patient, he’s got good ball skills. So, he’s one of those guys that he’s going to make it tough. It’s something that you can’t eliminate that part of the field, but you’ve got to be careful with him. Then on the other side, No. 2 [Mike Jackson], he’s a good player as well.”

The Panthers rank top 5 in turnovers forced, thanks largely to their secondary

Carolina has a competitive group of corners who've each picked off a pass this season

Jaycee Horn nearly had his 2nd INT last week, and rookie Lathan Ransom forced a late fumble pic.twitter.com/IEWjZU0IXf

— Taylor Kyles (@tkyles39) September 24, 2025

If Maye reins in the high misses and exploits downfield shots more consistently, the pass game could have a day attacking the middle of Carolina’s defense.

Christian Rozeboom ranks five-worst among linebackers in receiving yards and yards per reception allowed, and no safety has allowed more receptions than slot defender Tre’von Moehrig, who McDaniels is familiar with from their time with the Raiders.

The #Patriots have attacked zone box defenders with outside zone action in each game this season

Drake Maye and the offense have converted on scrambles, chunk gains off fake boots (one overturned by penalty), and leak concepts

Saw an uptick last week and could see more vs CAR pic.twitter.com/VN6ThX7x1v

— Taylor Kyles (@tkyles39) September 26, 2025

That leaves Rhamondre Stevenson and Antonio Gibson, who combined for three fumbles against Pittsburgh after two clean games. Fumbles are never excusable, and head coach Mike Vrabel told reporters they’ll “practice the crap out of” ball security this week. Still, outside of Maye doing too much on his strip sack, last week’s gaffs weren’t solely on the ball-carriers.

Mike Onwenu missed blocks on both of Stevenson’s fumbles. Jared Wilson, an unblockable box count sharing responsibility, and excellent defensive efforts also shared responsibility. Mack Hollins didn’t get a hand on Jabrill Peppers when his former teammate made a great play to put his helmet on the ball.

“We also have to do a better job of protecting said person with the ball, whether that’s the quarterback, whether that’s the running back or the receiver,” Vrabel said. “We’re all responsible for the security of the football. It starts with the person who has it, and then it falls upon the people that are blocking. Again, we’ll continue to rep it. If we have to put two hands on the football, when we’re going through there, that’s what we’ll have to do.”

Many have fairly wondered if a change could be made to the backfield rotation. While Vrabel didn’t dismiss a potential shake-up, he made sure to emphasize Stevenson’s importane in the offense.

“Yeah, we’re going to need him,” Vrabel said. “We’re going to need everybody. He’s got talent, skillset. He’s a good protector, we trust him in protection. We’ll get through this. I think a lot of it is just the consistency and continuing to build confidence. But you have to go out there and do it. How I manage that from an accountability standpoint, I would say as of now, I don’t know what that will look like later on in the week as far as how we distribute the reps.”

TreVeyon Henderson is an exciting young back, but he is better as a rotational Swiss Army knife than in an every-down role. Stevenson is also one of the most well-rounded players at his position, and Gibson has looked explosive in limited touches. Until the problem persists, I don’t anticipate seismic change.

Bottom line: Take care of the ball when you’ve got it. When you don’t, protect the guy who does.

Don’t Let Derrick Brown Wreck the Game

The Patriots’ offensive line will have its chemistry and depth tested this week, as standout rookie Jared Wilson will likely miss Sunday’s game with an ankle/knee injury after getting rolled up on last week.

Wilson’s absence has thrust center/guard Ben Brown into a group still finding its stride. It helps that Brown, who spent time with the starting line in camp, is a solid protector, allowing zero pressures on 40 preseason snaps. However, Brown was inconsistent as a run blocker this summer, and the Patriots’ ground game is already a work in progress.

Things won’t be getting any easier this week with Pro Bowler Derrick Brown and a stout Panthers interior coming to town.

“This is a really talented player, and they have multiple guys at different levels that create some issues here,” McDaniels told reporters. “Derrick’s a very rugged guy up front. Powerful, strong, explosive. Can be disruptive in a running game, can be disruptive in pass protection. We’ll see him on both sides of the line of scrimmage, both sides of the ball. So it’s not just one person that’s going to see him. They’re going to move him, in terms of where his alignment is. So that’s a challenge.”

The #Patriots will IOL will face another big challenge in Derrick Brown (#95) after struggling vs Cam Heyward

The DT/odd DE plays with violence and has grown man strength to shed blockers. Brown also batted two passes vs Arizona, which has been an issue for Maye this season pic.twitter.com/4JrAoNns4w

— Taylor Kyles (@tkyles39) September 24, 2025

Brown hasn’t racked up pressures this season, but he’s a powerful and instinctive player who must be avoided in the ground game. That will make attacking the edges a priority, in addition to capitalizing on an aggressive defense, and getting playmakers in space, which the Patriots showed shades of against the Steelers. 

The offense was inconsistent blocking outside zone and tosses last week, but Will Campbell had impressive reps in between some misses, which also reflects his work next to Brown this preseason.

Ben Brown at LG next to Will Campbell

Held up well in pass pro, but was pretty boom-or-bust as a run blocker pic.twitter.com/rr4JXXnE4e

— Taylor Kyles (@tkyles39) August 17, 2025

On the bright side, Morgan Moses, Austin Hooper, and Mike Onwenu have caved in opposing fronts the past two weeks. And while Onwenu has struggled at times this season, he had solid reps on the backside of some zone runs.

If New England can spring some off-tackle runs to the right and get to the perimeter going left, McDaniels’ playbook should stay open to rain fire on Carolina’s second level.

Contain Tetairoa McMillan

The Patriots’ offensive line may be down a young starter, but the defense should see a key player return to the lineup this week.

Christian Gonzalez is set to make his season debut after suffering a hamstring injury early this summer. The All=Pro nearly came back last week, but Vrabel told reporters he held Gonzalez out in an effort to protect the player.

“It’s a violent game, can they protect themselves?” Vrabel said of his thought process. “Can they do their job to the standard that we have set for them and they’ve set for themselves? And can they make it worse? Those are the three things that I would probably use [to make those decisions].”

Given spot starter Alex Austin’s recent struggles, including a benching against the Steelers, Gonzalez’s return would be a much-needed upgrade for New England’s secondary.

The #Patriots got some tough breaks in coverage, but were up-and-down overall in nickel

+ Spillane INT + space tackle, Landry and Chaisson hits, Barmore hurry on a throwaway

– Austin replaced after negating a Williams strip sack, chunk screen gain, uncompetitive game-sealing TD pic.twitter.com/4A8Esbwi8p

— Taylor Kyles (@tkyles39) September 23, 2025

His return would also be bad news for a depth-deprived Panthers receiving corps. Explosive slot receiver Jalen Coker is on injured reserve, Xavier Legette is battling a hamstring injury after a slow start, and rookie tight end Ja’Tavion Sanders hasn’t practiced due to an ankle injury.

These absences will put more pressure on 8th overall pick, Tetairoa McMillan, whose 216 receiving yards are more than double the next closest Panther.

“He’s a big athlete, smooth, fluid mover, good at the catch point,” Vrabel said. “Body control for such a long player, very agile, loose. Upper body flexibility, can turn, locate the football. So, good catch radius. Seems like Bryce certainly trusts him already to be where he’s supposed to be.”

Tet McMillan is a big body who can move after the catch. The #Patriots must be wary of him over the middle, especially on his bread-and-butter digs

Most of McMillan's big plays have come while lined up at X, but he had two explosives from the slot vs ATL, including a pick fade pic.twitter.com/YlWzhX1F4p

— Taylor Kyles (@tkyles39) September 24, 2025

Gonzalez might need to re-acclimate after missing so much time, but as talented as McMillan is, he lacks threatening speed and advanced route savvy. McMillan has also been limited by a calf injury that kept him out of Wednesday’s practice.

Gonzalez playing to his technique should leave Young with few options outside of 29-year-old Hunter Renfrow, who will be facing another hyper-athletic corner in Marcus Jones. Combine that with an explosive veteran pass rush, and New England’s defense should have another dominant performance.

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