The New England Patriots are inspiring hope of a swift turnaround under Mike Vrabel in 2025. An insider identified this season’s schedule as one reason why New England should improve.
NBC Sports’ Tom E. Curran named six factors promising a better season for the Patriots, who went 4-13 in 2024. Along with a new coaching staff, stout secondary and bolstered front-seven, Curran pointed to New England’s opponents.
While last year’s schedule wasn’t overly brutal, Curran feels the Pats will experience a decline in opposing quarterback play. Drake Maye could outplay several of his competitors during his second season.