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The veteran wideout has been especially effective in the red zone, where he figures to be a big part of New Englands plans.

The bruising back, a promising piece for New England to build around, plans to focus on the passing game as he strives to reach his potential.

The bruising back, a promising piece for New England to build around, plans to focus on the passing game as he strives to reach his potential.

The bruising back, a promising piece for New England to build around, plans to focus on the passing game as he strives to reach his potential.

Playoff-bound New England has been at its best this season when the hard-charging rookie running back is a central part of its attack.

Playoff-bound New England has been at its best this season when the hard-charging rookie running back is a central part of its attack.

The hard-charging backfield pals have given Bill Belichicks offense a physical identity during the teams season-turning six-game winning streak.

Slater and his father, Hall of Fame Rams tackle Jackie, have played in a combined 491 NFL games, amassing quite a few game balls along the way.

What looked like a team strength entering the season has become a source of frustration for New England thanks to some crushing turnovers.

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Quick-hit thoughts/notes around the New England Patriots and NFL: 1. QB contrast: Sixteen years ago, coach Bill Belichick said something that highlights one of the more fascinating topics surrounding his current Patriots team. How can two quarterbacks with such contrasting styles of play -- Cam Newton and Mac Jones -- co-exist and thrive in the same offensive system? Belichicks 2005 Patriots team was preparing to face the Michael Vick-led Atlanta Falcons, and he was asked t...