The New England Patriots will experience something familiar when they host the Las Vegas Raiders for a season-opening matchup at Gillette Stadium.
It’s the start of yet another new era…
Mike Vrabel will become the third consecutive head coach (Bill Belichick, Jerod Mayo) that tries to send the once-proud franchise back into the right direction — and it all starts at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday.
If you’re looking for some specific things to watch during the game, perhaps consider these seven storylines:
Jabrill Peppers decidedly won’t be.
The Patriots’ shocking decision to release their former captain — and someone who has been a primary defensive communicator for several seasons— brings about a few major questions in the secondary.