"The New England Patriots' 26-20 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday propels the team to a 10-2 record, the best in the NFL. They are the first team to double-digit wins across the league, and now sit atop the AFC playoff picture. Their hard-fought, injury-riddled win in Cincinnati extended New England's win streak to nine games in a row, and they also broke a record with that victory, one set in the 1961 season."
"For all the questions surrounding the legitimacy of this year's team, it's the consistent record-breaking that proves the Patriots are the real deal. That doesn't happen with just any team, but it still hasn't slowed down the "easy schedule" narrative as they inch closer to the playoffs. Regardless, it's quite a feat for this young team to have accomplished. The 1961 Houston Oilers and the 2025 New England Patriots share a record, but could potentially share a similar end of season result Led by Hall of Fame quarterback George Blanda, the 1961 Oilers led the league with 36.6 points per game, allowing them to win their second straight AFL championship."
The New England Patriots beat the Cincinnati Bengals 26-20 to improve to 10-2 and become the first NFL team with double-digit wins this season. The victory extended New England's win streak to nine games and matched a mark set in 1961 for scoring 23-plus points while allowing 23 or fewer in nine straight games. The Patriots accomplished the streak despite injuries and continued scrutiny about schedule strength. The 1961 Houston Oilers, led by quarterback George Blanda, averaged 36.6 points per game, won the AFL championship, and posted similar dominant offensive results that season.
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