The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots </a>won their fourth consecutive game on Sunday, this time taking care of the Tennessee Titans 31-13. The Patriots improved to 5-2 and retained the top position in the AFC East.



Second-year quarterback Drake Maye put up a show, going 21 of 23 for 222 yards, two touchdowns and a passer rating of 135.9. Maye set a new franchise record with this performance, posting the highest single-game completion percentage in Patriots history (91.3%), breaking the previous record set by Tom Brady.



Maye continues to evolve week after week. He maximized every opportunity against a weak Titans defense, entering halftime with 10 completions on 11 attempts. Additionally, he completed a career-high 16 straight passes.



<h2>Drake Maye praises teammates after remarkable performance</h2>



While he’s constantly put up a show this season, Maye doesn’t forget about the people who make his job easier. Speaking with reporters after the game, the former North Carolina quarterback lauded his teammates for allowing him to perform at his best.



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“Those guys are making plays for me. Those guys up front are blocking their butts off and in the passing game they’re going to make plays for me,” Maye said. “We’re just tryna stay ahead of the chains and I’m tryna throw to the first guy open.”



The Patriots might not be in contention this season, but they are on the right track to make life hard for the rest of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>. Maye is already breaking records previously held by the greatest quarterback of all time and that can only mean good things for New England.&nbsp;

Drake Maye gives credit where it’s due after Patriots’ big win over Titans

Drake Maye gives credit where it's due after Patriots' big win over Titans - Bolavip US

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots </a>secured their fourth consecutive win of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season while worsening the Tennessee Titans’ crisis on Sunday. Drake Maye put up a show against the AFC South franchise, going 21 of 23 for 222 yards and two touchdowns.



In the process, the second-year quarterback set a new record for the highest single-game completion percentage in franchise history (91.3%), surpassing Tom Brady. Maye is proving that he’s the answer the Patriots needed every week.



More than that, he had a solid partner in wide receiver Kayshon Boutte. Stefon Diggs led the team in receptions (seven) and yards (69), but Boutte made the most explosive plays.



<h2>Kayshon Boutte rips Titans’ defense after two big plays</h2>



Boutte caught two passes for 55 yards, including a 39-yard touchdown catch. After the game was over, the wide receiver ripped the “lazy” Titans’ secondary.



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“It felt good, something we worked on all week — big throw. Big catch,” Boutte said. “We took advantage of lazy cornerback play, lazy safety play, and (it was) just a big play. There’s not too many opportunities like that where it’s just wide open, you and the ball. It’s one of those plays you’ve got to make. You don’t want to come back after the game and be like, ‘Damn, I should’ve had that.’”



The Patriots have been on a roll after a 1-2 start to the season. They have learned a lot from that Week 1 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders and now are one of the most intriguing teams in the AFC.&nbsp;

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Patriots WR torches Titans' 'lazy' defense after offensive explosion - Bolavip US

New England Patriots head coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-vrabel" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mike Vrabel</a> made a notable return to Tennessee, a familiar territory where he spent six years coaching the Titans in the NFL. Ahead of the matchup, he received an unexpected message from the Titans’ fan base, who filled the stands with anticipation over his presence on the field.



The fans held up a sign conveying a nostalgic message to Vrabel, who had been dismissed from the Titans before transitioning to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Patriots</a>. “We’re sorry for firing you…and we deeply regret it,” the sign poignantly read, prominently displayed in the stadium stands.



While the sign’s creation rested with the fans, the underlying message echoed a sentiment of protest against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tennessee-titans" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Titans</a>‘ front office decision, as if they were voicing what management ought to have expressed. With the Titans off to a rocky start this season, fans chose this moment to acknowledge the impact Vrabel had during his tenure, where he led them to the playoffs in two of his seasons at the helm.



In a display of determination, Vrabel underscored his former commitment to the Titans. However, now at the reins of the Patriots, he guided them to a decisive 31-13 victory over Tennessee in Week 7. This win leaves the Titans struggling with a 1-6 record, while the Patriots stand strong at 5-2.



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<h2>Vrabel responds to fan chants post-game</h2>



With supporters mourning Vrabel’s absence from their season’s onset, the Patriots head coach addressed the situation, emphasizing his contentment with his current squad. He reiterated his focus on the positive progress his players are making in this regular season.


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“That’s neither here nor there. I’m happy for my players,” Vrabel expressed to the media following the game. Keeping sights set firmly on current objectives, the former Titans head coach is already strategizing for the Patriots’ upcoming game, eager to improve upon last year’s results.



<h2>Vrabel’s heartfelt gesture to his team</h2>



To bolster team morale after the win against his former team, Vrabel chose to personally greet his players outside the locker room, congratulating each one for their impressive performance against the Titans.



Riding on this victory, Vrabel’s Patriots prepare to face the Cleveland Browns in Week 8 next weekend, aiming for another win to maintain their position atop the AFC East standings ahead of the Buffalo Bills.


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Titans fans send regretful message to former Patriots HC Mike Vrabel upon return to Tennessee

Titans fans send regretful message to former Patriots HC Mike Vrabel upon return to Tennessee - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots </a>are one of the most intriguing teams in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL </a>season. They improved to 4-2 after beating the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, confirming that their upset win over the Buffalo Bills in Week 5 wasn’t a fluke.&nbsp;



Drake Maye continues to play at a high level, and his wide receivers have risen to the occasion. Stefon Diggs, signed during the offseason, has recorded 32 receptions for 387 yards, leading the team in both categories.&nbsp;



Kayshon Boutte (18 catches for 301 yards) and DeMario Douglas (eight receptions for 101 yards) have worked well with Diggs, giving Maye a trio of solid wide receivers. However, the Pats could be on the lookout for a new wideout.&nbsp;



<h2>Rob Gronkowski names AJ Brown a potential target for Patriots&nbsp;</h2>



During a Wednesday appearance on Kay Adams’ “Up &amp; Adams” show, future Hall of Famer Rob Gronkowski explained why he believed Philadelphia Eagles’ star AJ Brown would end up going to Foxborough.&nbsp;



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“AJ Brown, obviously, but that’s been news for a long time now, going to the Patriots, since he’s such a big Patriots fan as well, and you saw that when he got Julian’s jersey and Tom’s jersey in the offseason,” Gronkowski said. “So a wide receiver, big-time player, I’m not talking just trade for, you know, a slightly average guy. They got to make a splash if they do make the trade, and they can’t overpay either. It just has to be fair.”



Brown has complained about the lack of targets this season. The Eagles are a run-heavy offense, which has frustrated the wide receiver more than once. New England’s running game isn’t that good, either, but Brown would put them on a different level, should he join.&nbsp;

Rob Gronkowski links AJ Brown to Patriots

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Brian Callahan lost his job as the<a href="http://bolavip.com/en/topic/tennessee-titans" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Tennessee Titans</a>‘ head coach on Monday, following a 20-10 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. The Titans looked lifeless against the Raiders, who had just one win prior to their Sunday meeting.&nbsp;



Callahan was on the receiving end of criticism due to the lack of progress the team showed during his tenure. He left with a 4-19 record since taking over from Mike Vrabel in 2024.&nbsp;



Vrabel himself revealed that he reached out to Callahan after the Titans fired him. The New England Patriots coach went through the same experience last year, and he wanted to have a nice gesture with his successor.&nbsp;



<h2>Mike Vrabel reveals message to Brian Callahan&nbsp;</h2>



Speaking with reporters, Vrabel, who coached the Titans from 2018 through 2023, admitted he contacted Callahan to show support.&nbsp;



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“Of course, I did,” Vrabel said. “I mean, you don’t wanna see anybody that shares a job with you let go. That’s a tough feeling. With family and school, whether it’s in college or pro, we’re in the media every single day. There’s a human element to this that I don’t wanna forget. I just remember all those coaches or people that reached out after I was let go. And I think that’s important, because nobody texts you when you lose, they all text you when you win.”



Vrabel will clash against the Titans on Sunday, trying to improve to 5-2 and continue to lead the AFC East division. This time, however, he won’t meet Callahan on the other side of the gridiron.&nbsp;

Mike Vrabel reveals nice gesture with Brian Callahan

Mike Vrabel reveals nice gesture with Brian Callahan - Bolavip US

Two years ago, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tennnesse-titans" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tennessee Titans</a> fired Mike Vrabel in a highly controversial decision. Now, the head coach returns to his old home — but this time leading the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a>, who are off to a strong start in the AFC East.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-vrabel" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mike Vrabel</a> is enjoying a great 2025 NFL season with the Patriots. The head coach has guided the franchise to a solid 4-2 record and currently sits atop the AFC East standings.



In Week 7, the Patriots visit the Titans as favorites to win. This matchup carries extra intrigue due to Vrabel’s return to Tennessee, but the coach insists it’s not a special occasion for him.



<h2>Mike Vrabel gets real on returning to Tennessee as Patriots head coach</h2>



In 2023, the Titans decided to move on from Mike Vrabel after six seasons in charge. The AFC South club struggled in his final two years, which ultimately led the front office to make the change.


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Despite recording four winning seasons, the Titans dismissed Vrabel following a combined 13-21 record over his last two campaigns. The decision surprised many, considering he had compiled an overall 54-45 record during his tenure in Tennessee.



Two years later, the Titans are still searching for stability, while Vrabel is thriving with the Patriots. Now, their paths cross again as the head coach returns to Tennessee with New England for Week 7.



While many believe Vrabel may have circled this matchup on his calendar, he downplayed the idea. The coach said he doesn’t view this game as more important than any other, despite his history with the Titans.



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“There is going to be, probably, a lot to be said about this,” HC Mike Vrabel said about his return to Tennessee, via Boston.com. “I think it would be filed under the category of, is it interesting or important? I would probably say this would be very interesting, but in the end not very important to our preparation or what we need to continue to try to do to improve as a team.”



<h2>The return of the golden era?</h2>



After the departures of Tom Brady and Bill Belichick, the Patriots struggled to remain among the league’s elite. However, it now seems like New England is on the right track to reclaim its golden era under Mike Vrabel. 


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Second-year quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/drake-maye" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Drake Maye</a> has impressed through the 2025 season, leading many to believe the Patriots may have found another dynamic head coach–quarterback duo capable of dominating the NFL for years to come.

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The<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> New England Patriots </a>are one of the most entertaining teams in the NFL after six weeks of action. The AFC East team improved to 4-2 after beating the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, confirming that their win over the Buffalo Bills in Week 5 wasn’t a fluke.&nbsp;



They now lead the division and are looking like legitimate playoff contenders. Drake Maye has played at a high level, leading the team in his second season, looking settled after a tumultuous rookie campaign under Jerod Mayo.&nbsp;



Maye has gone 131 of 179 for 1,522 yards and 10 touchdowns and two interceptions. He has carried the ball 36 times for 138 yards and two more touchdowns.



<h2>Analyst lauds Mike Vrabel, Drake Maye over Patriots’ remarkable start&nbsp;</h2>



Besides Maye, analyst Pete Prisco lauded Mike Vrabel for the way he has turned the franchise around in his first season on the sideline.&nbsp;



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“It’s coach and quarterback in this league. If you have the coach and you have the quarterback, you’re gonna win games,” Prisco said. “They have the coach, they have the quarterback. Drake Maye is the real deal. If you watched Drake Maye last week, some of the throws he made, major jaw-droppers. They were the big-boy throws from a big-time <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> quarterback. Even one that got called back for a terrible pass interference on Stefon Diggs for pushing off. That throw, I went, ‘Wow!’ This kid is playing at a high level, they’re getting better on the offensive line and defensively, all those bodies that they paid money to, they’re kinda coming together.”



The Patriots will clash against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, hoping to continue their good moment and win their fourth consecutive game. Maye and Co. are finding their rhythm, and the Titans are anything but competitive this campaign.&nbsp;

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Analyst lauds Patriots duo amid 4-2 start - Bolavip US

Drake Maye showed flashes of his talent in 2024, but the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a>’ second-year quarterback has elevated his game and is leading the team to a 4-2 record and the first spot in the AFC East, even beating the Buffalo Bills as visitors in Week 4.&nbsp;



New England extended its winning streak to three games after beating the New Orleans Saints 25-19 on Sunday, with Maye going 18 of 26 for 261 yards and three touchdowns. The quarterback has become one of the most intriguing stories to start the season, and the Patriots are a fun team to watch again under Mike Vrabel.&nbsp;



Maye is drawing a lot of attention with his performances, which include 131 completions on 179 pass attempts, 1,522 yards, and 10 touchdowns against two interceptions.&nbsp;



<h2>DeMario Douglas explains what’s different for Drake Maye this season&nbsp;</h2>



Patriots’ wide receiver DeMario Douglas joined <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL </a>Network’s “The Insiders” on Tuesday to talk about his team’s emergence as the AFC East leader and how Maye has evolved since his rookie campaign. Douglas credited that Maye’s confidence has changed everything.



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“I’ll say his confidence,” Douglas said. “His confidence has been growing. I’m proud of him, man. He never got too high when he was up, he never got too low when he was down. I’m loving the confidence that he’s giving us. He’s just going out there and playing on the field. I’m loving it, I love his presentation.”



The Patriots will clash against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, in a duel against Vrabel’s former team. New England is on a roll, and they can continue their sweet moment with a win against one of the worst teams in the league.&nbsp;

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a> extended their good moment against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, visiting Caesars Superdome on the back of the Saints’ first win of the season. It didn’t matter for Mike Vrabel’s team, who left with a 25-19 win behind another solid performance from Drake Maye.&nbsp;



The second-year quarterback went 18 of 26 for 261 yards and three touchdowns, adding 28 yards on nine carries. Kayshon Boutte (five receptions for 93 yards and two touchdowns) and DeMario Douglas (three receptions for 71 yards and one touchdown) dominated on offense.&nbsp;



While the Saints threatened to come back, the Patriots closed out the game thanks to a solid defensive performance. Maye and Co. drew the most attention, but Vrabel lauded a defensive player.



<h2>Mike Vrabel praises Patriots defender for helping secure win over Saints</h2>



After the game was over and the Patriots improved to 4-2, Vrabel put the spotlight on a player who had a terrific game and didn’t get the same recognition as others: Khyris Tonga.



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“It was Khyiris (Tonga),” Mike Vrabel said postgame. “He does a lot of the dirty work for us on defense. Really enjoyed being around him since the time we signed him.”



Tonga finished with four tackles, including one for loss. New England confirmed that their Week 5 win over the Buffalo Bills wasn’t a fluke and they are a team with a bright future. They will go against Vrabel’s former team, the Tennessee Titans, in Week 7, eager to improve to 5-2 in the 2025 season.

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Mike Vrabel lauds Patriots' unsung hero after win over Saints - Bolavip US

One of the biggest surprises of the 2025 NFL season is undoubtedly Mike Vrabel’s New England Patriots. Even more so after delivering a major upset last Monday in Orchard Park with a win over the Bills. In just his second year, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/drake-maye">Drake Maye</a> has emerged as one of the key figures behind the franchise’s impressive run.


 


However, the rise of the former North Carolina standout has a specific reason behind it — and it comes with a name: Stefon Diggs. The veteran wide receiver arrived in Foxborough this past offseason and has seamlessly built chemistry with the young quarterback.



In a recent conversation with the media, Maye praised the qualities of the former Texans star, with whom he has formed a lethal duo in the AFC — one that has Patriots fans dreaming of a deep run this season.



“He’s a receiver that’s easy to throw to,” the QB said at a recent press conference. “He’s got great hands. He can catch it in different ways with his body. He turns with the football and can make people miss very easily. 



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“It’s very natural. You can just tell he’s played receiver a long time and played at a high level. So I’m just trying to put it in his vicinity. He always says, ‘I got you,’ so just trust that.”


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<h2>Building around Maye</h2>



The Patriots’ decision to bet on Drake Maye some time ago clearly reflected the franchise’s main goal: to return to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> spotlight with a talented quarterback leading the way. Stefon Diggs knows he arrived in Foxborough to help make that happen — and he fully believes his QB has everything it takes to get it done.



“He’s a good kid. Tremendous football player. He gives you something to get excited about,” Diggs said of Maye. “I get excited when I watch him. To be a part of something so special, it just seems like it’s going in the right direction.”



<h2>A promising duo</h2>



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">New England Patriots</a>’ offense has been dramatically revitalized this season, largely due to the instant and undeniable chemistry between quarterback Drake Maye and veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs. 



The duo has quickly established one of the NFL’s most dangerous connections, with Diggs becoming Maye’s go-to playmaker, especially in clutch situations. Their performance, highlighted by Diggs’s 146-yard outburst against the Bills, features the veteran’s precise route-running perfectly complementing the young QB’s mobility and big-play arm. 


 


Maye and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/stefon-diggs">Diggs</a> aren’t just putting up numbers; they are giving the Patriots’ offense a dynamic, reliable identity that is suddenly vaulting New England into the conversation for an AFC East run.

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Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills entered their Sunday night matchup against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a> as the last remaining undefeated team in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL </a>season. The Patriots upset Buffalo at home, with a 23-20 win to improve to 3-2.&nbsp;



While second-year quarterback Drake Maye, running back Rhamondre Stevenson, and wide receiver Stefon Diggs carried the offensive load, the defense also played at a high level to stop Allen.



New England has found a new identity under Mike Vrabel and now look like an intriguing team in the AFC. They aren’t ready to contend, but you can see they are laying the ground to compete for big things soon.&nbsp;



<h2>Julian Edelman praises Patriots’ gameplan against Josh Allen&nbsp;</h2>



In a recent edition of his “Dudes On Dudes” podcast, Julian Edelman raved about the Patriots’ ability to stop Allen and Co. in a game that didn’t look favorable for the Patriots.&nbsp;



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“I would say both, stop the run, because if you make them one-dimensional, then you get a little more hero ball from Josh. He’s Superman, but there is some kryptonite out there for the Superman-type quarterbacks. I mean, you look, Jones had a pick on him in the red zone because they rushed him. They kept him in the pocket. They had a guy spying on him all game. They played tight on coverage. Christian Gonzalez being back makes that defense a whole other defense,” he said.



New England will clash against the New Orleans Saints in Week 6. This appears to be a good opportunity to improve to 4-2, but the Saints just beat the New York Giants to claim their first win of the season. This could be a rough matchup for the Patriots.&nbsp;

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Stefon Diggs isn’t taking much of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a>‘ win over the Buffalo Bills in Week 5 of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season. The veteran wide receiver clashed against his former team and came out victorious at Highmark Stadium.&nbsp;



The Patriots improved to 3-2. While Rhamondre Stevenson took care of the touchdowns, Diggs had a busy night, too, catching passes for 146 yards on 12 targets. The Patriots secured a 23-20 win over the No. 1 team in the AFC East division, and they are looking for more.&nbsp;



The Week 6 matchup will be against the New Orleans Saints, a team that just won its first game hours before the Patriots upset the Bills. While this looks like an easy matchup for the Pats, Diggs is careful about getting too comfortable.



<h2>Stefon Diggs sends warning about the Saints&nbsp;</h2>



Coming off a big win against a Super Bowl contender, many would think the Patriots would relax against a 1-4 team, but Diggs made it clear New Orleans won’t be an easy matchup despite their record.&nbsp;



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“I think it’s super important that we flip the page, considering New Orleans Saints is a really good football team,” Diggs said. “The record might not show, but they’re very skillful up front and in their back end, to be honest. Might be bigger test than last week just as far as like having success, being able to replicate that process or, you know, do it all over again.”



This will be the first of four favorable games for the Patriots, who could enter Week 10 with a 7-2 record if everything goes their way.&nbsp;

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a> are over the moon after beating the Buffalo Bills in Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season. The Pats traveled to West New York and made a statement against Josh Allen and Co., returning home with a 23-20 win at Highmark Stadium.&nbsp;



They improved to 3-2 after back-to-back wins. While they are second in the AFC East division, the Patriots are looking much better than last season. Mike Vrabel has done a terrific job with the team and their new identity, and the most immediate matchups make fans dream about how far this team could go.&nbsp;



New England posted a 4-13 record last season, which granted them the No. 4 overall pick in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> Draft. They are now set to continue to play at a high level, and the projections are favorable for the six-time Super Bowl champions.



<h2>Patriots projected to have remarkable record ahead of Week 10</h2>



Tyler Sullivan of CBS Sports wrote on Monday that the Patriots’ most immediate opponents could put them in a privileged position to continue to tally wins. From Week 6 through Week 9, they will clash against the New Orleans Saints (1-4), Tennessee Titans (1-4), Cleveland Browns (1-4) and the Atlanta Falcons (2-2).



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“New England will likely be favored in every game over the next month, meaning it could be looking at a 7-2 record entering Week 10. That’s a remarkable development considering that it would nearly double the Patriots’ win total from each of the previous two seasons (New England went 4-13 in both 2023 and 2024). And that’s not accounting for matchups later in the season against more sub-.500 teams, including two against the currently winless New York Jets,” he said.



Drake Maye and the rest of the team are playing a solid brand of football. They want to compete and win, and Mike Vrabel has put them in a good position to do so.&nbsp;

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Despite not being with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a> since the end of the 2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL </a>season, Bill Belichick continues to catch strays for his 24-year tenure with the AFC East franchise.&nbsp;



It happened with Nick Saban criticizing Mac Jones’ lack of development during his time with the Patriots and continued with Colin Cowherd praising Mike Vrabel while dragging whatever Belichick left when he exited the team.&nbsp;



The Patriots improved to 3-2 after an upset win over divisional rivals, the Buffalo Bills, on Sunday. Drake Maye had a solid game, going 22 of 30 for 273 yards and zero touchdowns.&nbsp;



Running back Rhamondre Stevenson took care of the scoring, finding the end zone twice, while recording 14 yards on seven carries.&nbsp;It took the Patriots 10 weeks to win three games last season, and they are on a completely different trajectory this campaign, the first under Mike Vrabel. The positive start has caught a lot of attention and Cowherd credited Vrabel, who previously coached the Tennessee Titans, for changing the team’s mindset.



<h2>Colin Cowherd praises Mike Vrabel while bringing down Bill Belichick&nbsp;</h2>



During Monday’s edition of his “The Herd” show, Cowherd lauded Vrabel’s impact on the Patriots’ culture.



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“His game was about the culture that Mike Vrabel has built and about Drake Maye now with a legitimate head coach quickly becoming a franchise star,” Cowherd said. “Despite being bad last year, Vrabel is the opposite of Mike McDaniel in Miami. He is all function and no flash. His brand. His scheme is toughness. He’s a 260-pound pair of work boots, and that is what Vrabel is all about.”



The Patriots don’t need their second-year quarterback to play hero ball to win games. They have a balanced team that can get the job, and Vrabel is instilling that never-give-up mindset that can help them compete against anybody.&nbsp;

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Debates over which players have defined NFL franchises are nothing new — and this time, it was none other than <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tom-brady">Tom Brady</a> who weighed in. In a surprising turn, the legendary quarterback shared his thoughts on who he believes is the greatest tight end in New England Patriots history — notably leaving out his longtime running mate, Rob Gronkowski.


 


Nowadays, Mike Vrabel’s team boasts two standout players at these positions in the starting lineup: Drake Maye and Hunter Henry. It was here that the multiple Super Bowl champion didn’t hold back praise for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">Patriots</a>’ current TE.



His comment, of course, came with a laugh — as it was made during a live TV broadcast, and right beside him was <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/rob-gronkowski">Gronkowski</a> himself, Brady’s longtime teammate not only in New England but also during his final years with the Buccaneers.



“Right now, Drake Maye’s playing with the greatest tight end in the history of the New England Patriots, Hunter Henry,“ the QB stated.



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<h2>Brady praises Drake Maye’s talent</h2>



His comments about Hunter Henry came as part of a brief analysis on the current play of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/drake-maye">Drake Maye</a>, who, according to Brady, is doing a great job under the guidance of Josh McDaniels.


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“I think he’s got great development being in that program and just working with Josh McDaniels as long as I did, he knows how to develop quarterbacks. He’s so good with getting guys on the right play,” he said.



McDaniels and Brady formed one of the most successful offensive duos in Patriots history, helping build a dynasty that left its mark on the NFL. The question now is: can the Offensive Coordinator recreate that magic — this time with the former North Carolina standout?



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<h2>The legendary Brady-Gronkowski duo</h2>



The legendary connection between quarterback Tom Brady and tight end Rob Gronkowski stands as one of the most dominant dynasties in NFL history. Over their combined tenure with the New England Patriots and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the duo won four <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> championships (Super Bowls XLIX, LI, LIII, and LV). 



Their record-breaking partnership transcended uniforms, culminating in 104 total touchdowns (regular season and postseason combined), placing them second all-time. 


 


Furthermore, the two set the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> record for most postseason touchdown passes between a QB and a receiver with 14, cementing their status as the most clutch tandem the game has ever seen. They didn’t just win; they rewrote the record books together.

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