Steven Jackson, who starred for the Rams, had been out of the NFL this season.
New England Patriots
Defense carries Patriots past Titans, 33-16
New England gets two interceptions, five sacks and a defensive touchdown.
Patriots Beat: Patriots’ cornerbacks holding up well under the spotlight
Malcolm Butler and Logan Ryan have proven worthy of the team’s faith that they could adequately replace Darrelle Revis and Brandon Browner.
NFL notebook: Brady questionable with illness
The Patriots quarterback missed practice Friday, landing him on the injury report.
Patriots Beat: Bolden ready to add to his duties in the running game
Injuries have slashed New England’s depth at running back.
Patriots end skid, clinch playoff berth
New England is assured of at least a wild-card berth after halting a two-game losing streak with a 27-6 win at Houston.
Houston’s Wilfork to face New England for 1st time
Defensive tackle spent 1st 11 seasons with Patriots.
Former Patriots linebacker’s path to coaching no surprise
Mike Vrabel was a smart, versatile player for New England and now coaches Houston’s linebackers.
Mike Vrabel set to cross paths with Patriots again
Former New England linebacker on Houston coaching staff.
Patriots Beat: Implosion was a stunning development
New England’s 10-0 start seems like a long time ago after poor decisions and poor play lead to a second straight loss.