Since 1990, only 31 of 270 teams that began the season 0-2 have qualified for the NFL playoffs. But let’s not bury the 2023 Patriots just yet.
New England Patriots
Patriots again can’t complete comeback, fall to 0-2 with loss to Dolphins
For the second week in a row, New England nearly rallies in the fourth quarter, but Miami holds on for a 24-17 win.
Patriots notebook: Mac Jones shoulders blame, but earns respect from teammates
New England quarterback Mac Jones said he was a big reason for the loss to the Eagles, but the defense quickly stepped up to share the burden.
Patriots notebook: Does New England have a secret weapon for Miami’s Tyreek Hill?
In six games when covering speedy Dolphins receiver Tyreek Hill, cornerback Jonathan Jones has allowed a total of seven catches for 88 yards, on 16 targets.
Patriots rookie Marte Mapu learns that versatility equals value
Marte Mapu is listed as a linebacker but truly doesn’t have a set position, so he learned them all.
Patriots notebook: Tom Brady looks to Peyton Manning for inspiration at ceremony
Brady was honored Sunday at the Patriots’ season opener and took a page from his longtime rival at the halftime show.
Patriots offense shows improvement despite Week 1 loss to Eagles
Some problems that plagued New England last season popped up again Sunday, but quarterback Mac Jones looked more comfortable.
Patriots notebook: Bill Belichick doesn’t pin loss on just QB Mac Jones
Belichick said everyone could have made one or two more plays in New England’s 20-25 loss to Philadelphia on Sunday.
Patriots can’t complete comeback, fall to Eagles in opener, 25-20
New England nearly erases an early 16-0 deficit, but the defending NFC champions hold on with a couple late defensive stands.
New England honors Tom Brady, who calls himself a Patriot for life
Brady, who won six Super Bowls in 20 seasons with New England, will be inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame next June.