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Patriots vs. Dolphins connections in Week 1

The AFC East is always an incestuous affair, with former players and coaches from each of the four teams moving to other teams within the division. With the Miami Dolphins hosting the New England Patriots later today, we are taking a closer look at all the connections between the two franchises.

Former Dolphins now with the Patriots

Four Patriots players and four coaches or front office personnel are former Dolphins. Wide receiver DeVante Parker was traded to the Patriots this year after spending seven seasons in Miami, during which time he caught 338 passes for 4,727 yards with 24 touchdowns.