The New England Patriots have posted an impressive 8-2 record this season, including a perfect 5-0 on the road, after securing a hard-fought 28-23 victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. This success has sparked hope among fans that the team could be on the verge of returning to championship contention.
Since the departure of quarterback Tom Brady in 2019, the Patriots have struggled, managing only one playoff appearance. However, under the guidance of head coach Mike Vrabel and with Drake Maye“s standout performances, optimism is building in New England.
Despite the positive buzz, former NFL tight end Greg Olsen expressed reservations regarding the Patriots” Super Bowl prospects. Speaking on Monday, he commended the team”s progress but stated, “they”re not there yet.” Olsen believes that the Buffalo Bills currently hold a better chance of claiming the Super Bowl title, even after their recent 30-13 loss to the Miami Dolphins.
As of now, if the playoffs were to commence, New England would be positioned as the third seed in the AFC, trailing only the Indianapolis Colts and Denver Broncos. Some analysts remain skeptical about the Patriots” championship viability, largely due to their relatively easy schedule leading up to Week 10.
The upcoming game against the New York Jets presents another opportunity for the Patriots to enhance their record to 9-2. While the Jets recently achieved their second consecutive win, they will face significant challenges, particularly with wide receiver Garrett Wilson sidelined for three weeks due to a knee injury. Additionally, the Jets made notable trades at the November 4 deadline, moving both Quinnen Williams and Sauce Gardner.
For those interested in following the New England Patriots closely, the latest information about their schedule and depth chart for the 2024-25 NFL season is available.
