The New England Patriots beat the Chicago Bears 23-22 in their preseason opener. The score's the most important number, but here are some other statistical takeaways from the game:
0 - Pairs of scissors that will be allowed within a 50-foot radius of Tom Brady for the rest of the season
Tom Brady did not play Thursday night's game against the Bears because he sliced his thumb with scissors, according to a report from CSNNE's Tom E. Curran.
22 - Number of points surrendered by the Patriots defense for the second straight week.