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: Bailey Zappe hits Jalen Reagor for 28-yard pickup

The New England Patriots offense struggled to start its Week 16 primetime game against the Denver Broncos, The unit turned the ball over on its very first play from scrimmage, and failed to gain a first down on its initial three possessions. In the late first quarter, however, it started to build some momentum — …

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Patriots vs. Broncos highlights: Jahlani Tavai, Jeremiah Pharms Jr. team up for fumble recovery

The New England Patriots defense continues to make plays against the Denver Broncos. After already executing a successful goal-line stop on its first drive of the two teams’ Week 16 primetime battle, the unit was able to produce another turnover to end the Broncos’ fourth possession of the night. Denver had moved the ball to …

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Patriots vs. Broncos highlights: Ezekiel Elliott hurdles defender en route to 15-yard touchdown

It took the New England Patriots offense two-and-a-half quarters, but it has finally found the end zone against the Denver Broncos. In the third quarter of the two teams’ Week 16 primetime matchup, Ezekiel Elliott scored on a 15-yard catch-and-run that also saw the veteran running back hurdle over a defender on his way toward …

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Patriots vs. Broncos highlights: Bailey Zappe hits Mike Gesicki for New England’s 2nd touchdown

The New England Patriots offense started its Week 16 matchup with the Denver Broncos slowly, but it has since found its footing and put together some solid drives. The latest of which ended in New England’s second touchdown of the night. Starting in terrific field position at the Denver 42-yard line, New England needed just …

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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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Patriots vs. Broncos recap: Chad Ryland redemption secures 26-23 win

Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports New England improves to 4-11. A 20-point third quarter helped the New England Patriots take a two score lead over the Denver Broncos Sunday night, before a pair of Russell Wilson touchdown passes tied the game late in the fourth quarter. A final drive by Bailey Zappe helped set up …

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‘Warrior’ David Andrews draws effusive praise from Patriots coach Bill Belichick

Photo by Chris Unger/Getty Images The long-time team captain is one of the Patriots’ best players. Instability has been the theme of the 2023 season for the New England Patriots’ offensive line. Whether due to injury or performance, the unit has seen constant turnover across the board — with one exception: David Andrews. The Patriots’ …

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Patriots vs. Broncos Friday injury report: Rhamondre Stevenson, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Jabrill Peppers out for Week 16

Photo by Matthew J. Lee/The Boston Globe via Getty Images Game statuses for Christmas Eve’s 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff at Empower Field. The New England Patriots have ruled out three starters for Christmas Eve against the Denver Broncos. Running back Rhamondre Stevenson, wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster as well as safety Jabrill Peppers each stayed sidelined …

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Pats Pulpit Debates: Will J.C. Jackson be back with the Patriots in 2024?

David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports Let’s debate. Welcome to Pats Pulpit Debates, our series where we discuss all things New England Patriots — from burning topics, to controversial opinions, to random observations. Today’s topic of debate: Will J.C. Jackson be back with the Patriots in 2024? Please head down to the comment section below to …

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Patriots defense focused on stopping ‘extended plays‘ against Broncos, Russell Wilson

Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports New England wants to stay competitive on scramble drills. Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs might be the best quarterback in the NFL right now, in large part due to his ability to keep plays alive even after they break down. The New England Patriots defense saw this first-hand last …

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NFL Week 16 Thursday Night Football: Patriots rooting guide, picks, open thread, and more

Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images Week 16 kicks off in Los Angeles. The NFL is off to Los Angeles to kick off Week 16, where Derek Carr and the New Orleans Saints are set to take on Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams — with both team’s needing a win to help their playoff …

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Patriots Claim Former Jaguars Quarterback

After losing veteran quarterback Will Grier to the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday, the New England Patriots made a subsequent move to round out their QB room. The post Patriots Claim Former Jaguars Quarterback appeared first on PatsFans.com.

Opportunistic Anfernee Jennings has become a key cog in the Patriots’ defensive machine

Photo by Mark Alberti/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Jennings is enjoying a breakout season in his fourth year as a pro. The first three years of Anfernee Jennings’ career in the NFL can best be described with one word: unspectacular. A former third-round draft pick out of the University of Alabama, the outside linebacker’s impact …

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Patriots vs. Chiefs Friday injury report: Rhamondre Stevenson ruled out, leaving 7 questionable for New England

Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports Game statuses for Week 15 at Gillette Stadium. The New England Patriots have ruled out Rhamondre Stevenson for Week 15 against the Kansas City Chiefs. The starting running back remained sidelined from practice for the second week in a row after sustaining a high ankle sprain on Dec. 3. An …

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If This Is The End For Belichick, Patriots Fans Need to Enjoy the Ride

Anyone who watched the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night saw firsthand what it really looks like when a head coach loses the locker room. The post If This Is The End For Belichick, Patriots Fans Need to Enjoy the Ride appeared first on PatsFans.com.

Patriots Get Good News on Key Wideout Ahead of Chiefs Game

With the team about to face the Kansas City Chiefs, it sounds like the New England Patriots may get a key player back on offense this weekend. The post Patriots Get Good News on Key Wideout Ahead of Chiefs Game appeared first on PatsFans.com.

New England Patriots links 12/14/23 – Demario Douglas practices; MORE Belichick ‘reports’!

Demario Douglas | Photo by Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Daily news and links for Thursday Good news! Demario Douglas was limited, but back at practice on Wednesday. Or is that bad news? Douglas’ presence will help the Patriots’ goal of beating the Chiefs this Monday night Sunday afternoon at Gillette Stadium. The 8-5 …

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‘Well-rounded’ Hunter Henry has returned to being a focal point of the Patriots offense

Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images The veteran tight end is bouncing back after a disappointing 2022 season. Much like this season, the 2022 campaign also was a challenge for the New England Patriots offense. In Year 1 under long-time offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, the unit and some of its players failed to build on the …

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Patriots want to keep ‘second route’ covered against Patrick Mahomes-led Chiefs offense

Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images New England’s defense is preparing for scramble drills against Patrick Mahomes and company. The Kansas City Chiefs offense is not lighting the world on fire like it usually did the last few seasons, but the unit is still a dangerous one largely due to one man: Patrick Mahomes. Now in …

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Patriots vs. Chiefs Thursday injury report: Trent Brown, Brenden Schooler added to New England’s sidelined

Photo by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The second injury report heading into Week 15 at Gillette Stadium. The New England Patriots continued preparations for the Kansas City Chiefs without three members of the active roster. Trent Brown and Brenden Schooler marked the new absences on Thursday, joining running back Rhamondre Stevenson, who …

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NFL Week 14 Thursday Night Football: Patriots rooting guide, picks, open thread, and more

Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images Week 14 kicks off in Las Vegas. Week 14 kicks off with another battle of backup quarterbacks. After Justin Herbert’s season ending hand injury, the Los Angeles Chargers will turn to Easton Stick Thursday night against Aidan O’Connell and the Las Vegas Raiders. Welcome to our Thursday night Patriots Rooting …

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Patriots open tackle Tyrone Wheatley Jr.’s 21-day window to return from injured reserve

Photo by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The August trade acquisition was placed on injured reserve in October. Tyrone Wheatley Jr. returned to New England Patriots practice on Wednesday, according to multiple reports, marking the start of his activation clock. The organization now has 21 days to bring the offensive tackle back to …

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Bailey Zappe shares lessons learned from second-half struggles against Steelers

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images New England failed to score in the second half of its 21-18 win in Week 14. After getting shutout in his first start of the season, New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe came out red-hot in his Thursday night start against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Zappe tossed three touchdown passes in …

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