"Before the 2025 season began, there was considerable chatter about the Patriots having one of the easiest schedules in the league. Because of that, some analysts and fans predicted they could be a sneaky playoff contender by the end of the year, even if that seemed like quite a stretch for a team coming off back-to-back 4-13 seasons. While most of that optimism has already wavered after two games, their schedule still appears to be more favorable for adding more wins than they have in recent years. That might not happen in Week 3, as they face an Aaron Rodgers-led Steelers team, but they face a very beatable Panthers team in two weeks."
"That's the case with Joe Burrow, who suffered a turf toe injury in Sunday's clash with the Jaguars, and according to NFL insiders, the quarterback will require surgery and likely be out for at least the next three months. #Bengals star QB Joe Burrow is feared to have suffered a Grade 3 turf toe injury, one that would require surgery and put him out at least 3 months, per me and @TomPelissero.Burrow is still evaluating options, but the ones that would keep him on the field are dwindling. pic.twitter.com/UqYZejRoLa- Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 15, 2025"
Preseason expectations labeled the Patriots with one of the league's easiest schedules, generating cautious optimism despite consecutive 4-13 seasons. Early results have reduced some of that hope, but the remaining slate still offers more winnable games than in recent years. Week 3 presents a tough test against an Aaron Rodgers-led Steelers team, while a matchup against the Carolina Panthers appears highly winnable. Several opponents remain likely losses, most notably the Buffalo Bills. A significant development is Joe Burrow's turf-toe injury that will likely require surgery and sideline him for around three months, including the Patriots' November 23 game.
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