So the Patriots lost their first game of the season. While 19-0 would have been great, things haven't changed all that much.\r
\r
I'm sure there are a lot of questions, so let's chat.\r
\r
Appreciate you.

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So the Patriots lost their first game of the season. While 19-0 would have been great, things haven't changed all that much.\n
\n
I'm sure there are a lot of questions, so let's chat.\n
\n
Appreciate you.

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