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2019 NFL playoffs Patriots vs Chargers: Bill Belichick explains why he did not pull the starters late in the game

On Sunday, the New England Patriots played their best game of the season — especially in the first half: the team moved the football at will against the Los Angeles Chargers early on, and with the exception of a long touchdown pass given up in the first quarter shut one of the NFL’s best offenses down. It was a dominant performance that helped New England jump to a commanding 35-7 lead at the half.

The Patriots added three more points midway through the third period to increase their lead even further. And even though L.