The New England Patriots opened the 2021 preseason with a 22-13 win over the Washington Football Team on Thursday night.
Here’s an initial look through what went into it at Gillette Stadium.
Patriots open with Newton, follow with Jones under center
It would be Cam Newton getting the start at quarterback for New England after a 2020 preseason without games. And against the ominous clouds, the humidity as well as the Washington defense, the 32-year-old stayed in for two series. Those series brought a 4-of-7 passing line with 49 yards through the air.