FOXBORO — The Patriots defense has to snap out of it. Bill Belichick’s defenders need to stop the bleeding. It’s time for the defense to make a stand.
The best way to do that? Start with the opposing quarterback. Go right to the head of the next opponent.
Alex Smith, Drew Brees and Deshaun Watson have already killed the Patriots, racking up big numbers the first three weeks. The Pats cannot let Cam Newton do it a fourth time when the Carolina Panthers come calling at Gillette Stadium today.
Stop Newton. That should help stop the Panthers, and help build some positive momentum for the defense going forward.