EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. – The New England Patriots are widely viewed as a contender because of the presence of head coach Bill Belichick, quarterback Tom Brady and tight end Rob Gronkowski – three of the best ever at what they do.
But the key for the 2018 Patriots to achieve their championship hopes just might be rookie running back Sony Michel.
The first-round draft choice from Georgia, No. 31 overall, was the best player on the field in the Patriots’ 27-13 victory over the New York Jets.