The New England Patriots have dealt with more than their fair share of criticism over the last two decades, and some of the most brutal takes have become too normal since Tom Brady left five years ago. It has prompted analysts and fans alike to declare the six-time Super Bowl Champions to be at the bottom of the totem pole in the NFL, in far more fiery language, and that has continued this season despite their impressive success.
Although it looks like they have done all the right things to lead them to a 9-2 record, with the most apparent of which being Mike Vrabel as the head coach and Drake Maye as the franchise quarterback, not everyone is convinced that the Patriots are the real deal, which unfortunately includes former starter Cam Newton.