
"A team that has gone 8-26 over the last two seasons wouldn't be thought of as a playoff team, but the NFL is often full of surprises. Through six games, the 4-2 New England Patriots are one of them, and thanks to the Buffalo Bills' loss in Atlanta on Monday night, Mike Vrabel's crew sits atop the AFC East heading into Week 7."
"The Patriots' turnaround isn't a shock to some, as we all knew Vrabel is a quality head coach who could right New England's ship. But the fact that it's happening so quickly comes as a surprise to many, as the Patriots have won three straight games for the first time in three seasons."
"Second-year quarterback Drake Maye is playing at an MVP level - told you he would raise his game under Josh McDaniels - and the Patriots have their guy at the most important position in the game. It's impossible to picture this team out of the playoffs at this point. If the season ended today - and there's a long way to go - the Patriots would be the No. 4 seed and host the Bills in a wild-card game."
The New England Patriots improved to 4-2 through six games and now lead the AFC East following the Buffalo Bills' loss in Atlanta. Mike Vrabel's coaching has produced a rapid turnaround, including a three-game winning streak—the team's first in three seasons. Second-year quarterback Drake Maye has performed at an MVP level and has not thrown an interception during the streak, signaling reduced turnover issues. If the season ended today, the Patriots would be the No. 4 seed and host Buffalo in a wild-card matchup. Pro Football Network gives the Patriots a 76.1% postseason chance and 27.4% AFC East odds.
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