After an unexpectedly decisive 33-6 loss to the 49ers on Sunday, the Patriots (2-4) are being written off by analysts and pundits across the NFL.
A wave of reactions broke on Monday, almost uniformly criticizing quarterback Cam Newton. The 31-year-0ld former NFL MVP, who signed with the Patriots on a one-year contract in July, threw three interceptions before being benched.
“This is concerning now for New England,” ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky told “Get Up!” on Monday. “I thought because of the COVID layoff for two weeks he might bounce back, but mechanically he looks flawed.