Jenkins: Suggesting that Newton’s compatibility with the Patriots is surprising grossly mischaracterizes him and them. Newton has slid so easily into the fabric of the team because, like his teammates and coach, he is a serious, driven competitor.
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Patriots notebook: Running back room gets crowded pending return of Harris
Damien Harris is eligible to come off injured reserve this week after Sony Michel, Rex Burkhead and rookie J.J. Taylor performed well in a win over the Raiders.
Pats forcing turnovers a positive sign, with Chiefs up next
New England forced three turnovers, including one for a touchdown, in its win over Las Vegas.
Patriots, Burkhead run past Raiders
Rex Burkhead rushes for two touchdowns and catches a TD pass as New England beats Las Vegas, 36-20.
Feelings of nostalgia as Raiders come to Foxborough
The last time Jon Gruden coached the Raiders against New England, the Patriots run in the snow after the ‘tuck rule’ play.
Patriots’ Julian Edelman still thriving with Cam Newton in post-Brady era
Two games into the post-Brady era in New England, Edelman has already developed a similar chemistry with the team’s newest QB.
Patriots notebook: Andrews out after thumb surgery
Starting center David Andrews tried to snap left-handed in practice, but he will not be able to play against Las Vegas.
Cam Newton focused on improvement, not praise, with Raiders next up for Patriots
New England quarterback is quickly embracing a culture in which only winning is worthy of praise for a franchise with six Lombardi Trophies.
Charge dropped against Patriots owner Kraft in massage parlor case
After courts blocked use of a video allegedly showing Patriots owner Robert Kraft at the Orchids of Asia Day Spa, prosecutors decide against moving forward with the case.
Patriots notebook: Receivers Harry, Byrd show signs of breaking out
After combining for 14 catches Sunday against the Seahawks, N’Keal Harry and Damiere Byrd hope to prove they can be consistent options for Cam Newton.