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Baltimore Ravens at New England Patriots: Ten Keys to the AFC Championship Game

Sunday, January 20th, 2013

Can New England provide an early finish to Ray Lewis’ retirement tour? (Photo: US Presswire)

NEPD Editor: Matthew Jones

The Patriots and Ravens met in Baltimore last September in what was one of the season’s most exciting games; unfortunately, Baltimore managed to escape with a narrow 31-30 in a game marred by meddling replacement officials. Fortunately, New England finished the season stronger than Baltimore did, earning the AFC’s second seed and consequently home-field advantage in tonight’s AFC Championship Game. With a win, the Patriots will be headed to New Orleans for their second straight Super Bowl appearance; a loss, on the other hand, would have Bill Belichick, Tom Brady, and co. watching from home. Read on for ten keys to the most important game of New England’s season thus far.

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Houston Texans at New England Patriots: Ten Keys to the Divisional Round

Saturday, January 12th, 2013

New England can’t count on another lackluster performance from J.J. Watt and the Texans on Sunday. (Photo: US Presswire)


NEPD Editor: Matthew Jones

New England’s postseason begins this weekend as the 12-4 Patriots host the 13-4 Houston Texans at Gillette Stadium on Sunday afternoon. The Patriots’ 42-14 victory over Houston on December 10th is certainly cause for optimism, but can New England avoid underestimating a dangerous Texans team?

Read on for ten keys to this weekend’s game, presented by Seatcrunch.com – a platform to help fans buy and sell tickets.

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Miami Dolphins at New England Patriots: Ten Keys to Week Seventeen

Sunday, December 30th, 2012

Cornerback Sean Smith gave New England’s passing game trouble the last time around. (Photo: US Presswire)

NEPD Staff Writer: Matthew Jones

New England’s regular-season finale features a matchup against the 7-8 Miami Dolphins, who have played surprisingly well under new head coach Joe Philbin and nearly upset New England four weeks ago in what was ultimately a 23-16 Patriots victory. This afternoon’s outcome will significantly affect New England’s playoff seeding; a win could push New England into one of the top two playoff seeds, while a loss would necessitate playing in the wild card round against either Cincinnati or Indianapolis. Read on for ten keys to the Patriots’ season finale.

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New England Patriots at Jacksonville Jaguars: Ten Keys to Week Sixteen

Sunday, December 23rd, 2012

Left tackle Eugene Monroe is one of Jacksonville’s lone bright spots. (Photo: US Presswire)

NEPD Staff Writer: Matthew Jones

After splitting a pair of difficult matchups against the Houston Texans and San Francisco 49ers, the New England Patriots receive something of a break this week: the 10-4 Patriots will face off against Jacksonville’s 2-12 squad, which would be picking second if the NFL Draft were to start today. New head coach Mike Mularkey proved unable to recreate some of the success his offenses in Atlanta enjoyed; star running back Maurice Jones-Drew has appeared in just six games this season, and will be unavailable again today. Read on for ten keys to today’s seemingly-lopsided AFC matchup.

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San Francisco 49ers at New England Patriots: Ten Keys to Week Fifteen

Sunday, December 16th, 2012

49ers linebacker Aldon Smith is the NFL’s current sack leader. (Photo: US Presswire)

NEPD Staff Writer: Matthew Jones

New England matches up against San Francisco tonight in the Patriots’ most challenging regular-season game remaining; winning would make New England a favorite to earn a first-round bye, while a loss may prevent New England from earning one of the top two spots in the AFC.

The 49ers are also contending for a first-round bye: they are currently seeded second in the NFC with a 9-3-1 record. Read on for ten keys to this pivotal contest.

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Houston Texans at New England Patriots: Ten Keys to Week Fourteen

Monday, December 10th, 2012

Texans left tackle Duane Brown is among the best offensive linemen in the league. (Photo: US Presswire)

NEPD Staff Writer: Matthew Jones

New England’s biggest test of the season thus far comes on Monday Night Football against the current leaders in the AFC; Houston dominated the Baltimore Ravens back in week seven and has won six straight games. The Patriots carry a six-game winning streak of their own in the contest and will be contending for playoff positioning and a potential first-round postseason bye. Read on for ten keys to New England’s most difficult matchup yet.

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New England Patriots at Miami Dolphins: Ten Keys to Week 13

Sunday, December 2nd, 2012

Defensive end Cameron Wake is Miami’s most formidable pass rusher. (Photo: US Presswire)

NEPD Staff Writer: Matthew Jones

The New England Patriots travel to Miami with a chance to earn yet another AFC East divisional title. Read on for ten keys to this week’s rivalry game.

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