The standard has shifted for the Patriots.<\/p>\n
Entering 2025, most thought head coach Mike Vrabel’s<\/strong> team would be lucky to sneak into the playoffs. 10 weeks into the season, New England is tied for the best record and longest win streak in the NFL. This new regime and roster are still very much in their infancy, and the team is far from perfect, but the Patriots have consistently shown the kind of resilience that playoff contenders are made of.<\/p>\n Much like last week, New England allowed a fierce defense and clutch quarterback to stay in the game late. But once again, they made the plays it needed to and pulled out another close win against a playoff-caliber opponent.<\/p>\n Josh McDaniels<\/strong>‘ offense was mostly a liablility rushing and inconsistent throwing, but key contributions from rookies and some efforts from Drake Maye<\/strong> made the difference.<\/p>\n Zak Kuhr’s defense allowed another opening drive touchdown after bucking that trend last week, but largely buttoned up after that and held off a comeback attempt against fourth quarter king Baker Mayfield<\/strong>.<\/p>\n While the Patriots must turn the page and make some crucial adjustments on a short week, this was another convincing win that proves this 2025 team is for real.<\/p>\n It was an up-and-down day for the Patriots’ passing game, but the wide receiver group was ultra-reliable when called upon.<\/p>\n Mack Hollins<\/strong> recorded his first 100-yard game with New England. He moved the chains multiple times, and he caught Maye’s only deep completion of the day off of a well-run double-move and impressive throw.<\/p>\n This is insane @DrakeMaye2<\/a> <\/p>\n \ud83d\udcfa CBS pic.twitter.com\/Rarg60PjaQ<\/a><\/p>\n — New England Patriots (@Patriots) November 9, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\nThe Good<\/h1>\n
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