Patriots vs. Broncos: New England turns ball over on first snap

The New England Patriots’ Christmas Eve game against the Denver Broncos started in the worst possible fashion. After receiving the opening kickoff, quarterback Bailey Zappe was sacked on the very first offensive play from scrimmage, fumbling the football, and watching the Broncos defense recover at the New England 6-yard line. The play was a direct …

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Patriots vs. Broncos highlights: Defense starts with a successful goal-line stop

The New England Patriots offense started its Week 16 game against the Denver Broncos in the worst way possible, by turning the football over on its very first snap of the night. The Bailey Zappe lost fumble set up Denver at the New England 6-yard line and in prime position to take an early lead. …

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Patriots vs. Broncos highlights: Special teams touchdown adds to New England’s lead

The New England Patriots’ special teams unit has had its fair share of issues all season, including earlier in the Week 16 primetime matchup with the Denver Broncos. In the third quarter, however, the group was ready to capitalize on a massive mistake by its opponent. After a Bailey Zappe-to-Mike Gesicki touchdown allowed the Patriots …

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