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Tom Brady, Patriots Beat Andrew Luck, Colts 38-24 in Julian Edelman's Return

The New England Patriots moved to 3-2 with a 38-24 win over the Indianapolis Colts on Thursday night at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

Tom Brady finished 34-of-44 for 341 yards, three touchdowns and two interceptions in what was Julian Edelman's first appearance of the 2018 season after coming off a four-game suspension. Edelman had seven catches for 57 yards.

Andrew Luck threw for 365 yards, three touchdowns and two interceptions without No. 1 option T.Y. Hilton, who missed the game due to a hamstring injury.

Julian Edelman Return Sees Tom Brady Back to His Best

Edelman's final numbers aren't all that impressive but don't speak to the full effect of his presence in New England's offense.