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Patriots
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The New England Patriots are a professional American football team based in the Greater Boston area. Competing in the National Football League (NFL) as a member club of the American Football Conference (AFC) East division, the team plays its home games at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Founded in 1959 as the Boston Patriots, the franchise joined the NFL through the AFL–NFL merger and has since become one of the league's most prominent organizations. The team is owned by Robert Kraft and is recognized for its navy blue, red, and silver uniforms.
The Patriots are currently in a rebuilding phase following the departure of longtime head coach Bill Belichick. Under new leadership with head coach Jerod Mayo, the team is focusing on developing young talent, particularly rookie quarterback Drake Maye. The 2024 season has been characterized by growing pains as the roster adjusts to a new offensive and defensive system. While playoff contention remains a challenge in the competitive AFC East, the franchise is prioritizing long-term development and evaluating core pieces for the future.
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | New England Patriots | – | 14 | 0 | 3 | +170 | – |
| – | Pittsburgh Steelers | – | 10 | 0 | 7 | +10 | – |
| – | Los Angeles Chargers | – | 11 | 0 | 6 | +28 | – |
| – | Kansas City Chiefs | – | 6 | 0 | 11 | +34 | – |
| – | Carolina Panthers | – | 8 | 0 | 9 | -69 | – |