After missing the playoffs for the past three seasons, there is renewed optimism surrounding the New England Patriots after an extremely successful offseason.
The Patriots' 2024 finish may have looked the same as their 2023 finish, ending the season at 4-13, ranked last in the division, but the emergence of rising star quarterback Drake Maye seems to have accelerated the team's timeline toward competing.
New England has made improvements this offseason, bringing in head coach Mike Vrabel, as well as signing star wide receiver Stefon Diggs and drafting offensive lineman Will Campbell with the No. 4 overall pick in the draft.