New England’s defense dominated through eight games but there have been signs of vulnerability, especially against the run.
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Patriots lose for first time, 37-20 to Ravens
The Baltimore Ravens jump to a 17-0 lead, then get a 70-yard TD on a fumble return in the third quarter to cool off a comeback by the Patriots.
Patriots release Gordon, who is now in the waiver process
Teams with the worst records have the first chance to sign wide receiver Josh Gordon, whose knee injury should not keep him out for the rest of the season.
Can Ravens’ run-heavy offense crack Patriots’ defense?
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Underneath the rain, cloud cover and celebration last weekend at Gillette Stadium, was a weakness exposed? Cleveland running back Nick Chubb and his 131 rushing yards proved opposing offenses can run on the league’s best defense. The New England Patriots are scary, to be sure. Terrifying, even. But they are not invulnerable. […]
Patriots offense continues to make strides
New England showed more depth on offense in a win over Cleveland, with Tom Brady completing passes to seven receivers.
Belichick gets 300th win as Patriots beat Browns, 27-13
New England’s defense forces three more turnovers – on consecutive plays – and returns one for a touchdown as the Patriots remain undefeated.
Can Browns keep Mayfield from seeing Patriots ghosts?
Cleveland quarterback Baker Mayfield has some talented receivers, but so far the No. 1 pick in the 2018 draft is having a rough season.
Patriots notebook: Beckham dreamed of playing with Patriots, Brady
Odell Beckham Jr. wanted so much to play in New England, but instead is with Cleveland and looking to knock the Pats off.
Patriots trade Bennett to Cowboys for seventh-round pick
Defensive end Michael Bennett expressed his displeasure about a weeklong suspension from the team, and is now on his way to Dallas.
Patriots notebook: Patriots place Gordon on injured reserve
Wide receiver Josh Gordon will miss the rest of the season because of a knee injury.