FOXBORO, Mass. -- The New England Patriots don't have the same luxuries as others.
New England was able to earn a season-opening victory despite their lackluster roster in large part because the Patriots were well-coached, benefited from a few breaks and didn't shoot themselves in the foot. But the Patriots have since been reminded what will happen if they make it harder on themselves.
New England suffered a 23-20 overtime loss against the Seattle Seahawks at Gillette Stadium on Sunday. The Patriots didn't turn the ball over, but made game-altering mistakes which combined to cost them a 2-0 start to the season.