The New England Patriots are transforming into a team that no one should want to face in January. They've won four straight games, just blasted the Cleveland Browns 45-7 on Sunday, and they're only a half-game behind the Buffalo Bills in the AFC East. might have quietly been the biggest winners of the entire slate.
The Patriots went on a well-document spending spree in the offseason, but their veterans aren't the only ones fueling their success. Their 2021 draft class has been equally impactful.
First-round quarterback Mac Jones is an early Offensive Rookie of the Year candidate.