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Defensive debacle

Bedard: The Patriots' defense fell apart in key spots in loss to the Bears - what happened?

By Greg A. Bedardat BSJ Headquarters

October 23, 2026

On 58 plays, the Patriots allowed just 175 total yards, or 3.0 yards per play. The problem was that New England was basically a train wreck on the other eight plays, which accounted for 230 yards (28.8 average) and cost the Patriots a road victory.Read More

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