New England has outscored opponents 150-50 while putting up four straight wins, and the team identity is being forged by the defense,
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Patriots not surprised by their recent success
New England is on a four-game winning streak, something the Patriots felt capable of, even when they were 2-4.
Patriots dominate Browns, earn fourth straight win
New England gives up a touchdown on the first drive of the game, then takes total control in a 45-7 rout.
Patriots inching closer to being real contenders
Buffalo was supposed to run away with the AFC East, but they haven’t and New England is hot on its trail.
Patriots notebook: New England focused on stopping run, whoever carries the ball for Browns
Cleveland’s running backs are facing injury and COVID-19 issues, but the Browns will still be a challenge for New England’s strong run defense.
Patriots notebook: New England takes wait-and-see approach with injured running backs
Damien Harris and Rhamondre Stevenson are both in the concussion protocol, and the Patriots are making plans to be without them.
Patriots quarterback Mac Jones defends what Panthers called a dirty play
Jones says he was just trying to make a tackle on a bang-bang play and didn’t mean to hurt anyone.
Patriots prepare for playoff push after third straight win
A new look New England team got off to a slow start, but is 5-4 and must find a way to win at home.
Patriots beat Panthers for third straight win, 24-6
J.C. Jackson returns an interception for a touchdown and New England improves to 5-4.
Facing Patriots gives Gilmore some extra motivation
All-Pro cornerback Stephon Gilmore, traded to Carolina for a sixth-round pick earlier this season, gets a chance to face the Patriots on Sunday.