Here is this week’s New England Patriots stock watch, based on their 26-24 win over the New Orleans Saints.
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Jimmy Garoppolo
Garoppolo was a surgeon on Saturday, completing 28 of 33 passes for 269 yards and a touchdown. He was quick with his decisions, made accurate throws, and aside from one major blunder, he was smart with his decisions as well. It is looking like the Patriots will have Tom Brady starting week one against Pittsburgh, but if not, they will be in good hands with Jimmy.
Dion Lewis
The battle for the third down back spot is still wide open, as Lewis has now made a strong case to be the guy to replace Shane Vereen.