The quarterback put together his best game in the win at Denver, completing 25 of 33 passes for 256 yards and two touchdowns.

From Matthew Judon to Rhamondre Stevenson, injuries have contributed to the Patriots being among the league’s worst teams.

Denver Coach Sean Payton knows firsthand how New England’s Bill Belichick will try to eliminate an opponent’s strength.

But as veteran David Andrews says, injuries also create opportunities. ‘Think about Tom Brady. What if Drew Bledsoe had never gotten hurt?’

With Taylor Swift in attendance at Gillette Stadium, New England loses to the reigning Super Bowl champs and drops to 3-11.

Commentary: Like coaching legends Tom Landry and Don Shula, Bill Belichick will likely soon be forced to decide between retirement or getting fired.

Commentary: The players are still playing for Bill Belichick, regardless of all the speculation about the coach’s future and talk about the team’s draft position.