With the New England Patriots about to embark on their first season since 1999 without Tom Brady on the roster, it’s a perfect time to reset and take stock of the situation — both around the team and around the NFL at large.
Where better to look first than within the AFC East?
The Miami Dolphins have been a thorn in the Patriots’ side for many seasons now. It always seems like regardless of where the Fins finish in their final win/loss standings, they somehow manage to deal the Patriots a demoralizing defeat that adversely affects New England’s playoff positioning.