"What else? They get a chance to show that quarterback Drake Maye can bounce back from his first mediocre performance since the season's first month, that the attrition on the defense can be overcome, that there are solutions to stopping the run, and that their second-half offensive struggles are a habit ready to be put in the past."
"It's important to remember where the Patriots are: 11-3 is a remarkable record by any measure, especially considering the expectations entering the season. But we're still learning about just how good they are. The Bills exposed some problem areas. The Ravens will try to do the same. How they fare will tell us a lot about the reality of this team's aspirations."
The Patriots can lock up a playoff berth with a win over the Ravens, who remain a proud team clinging to postseason hopes. The matchup pits the Patriots against Lamar Jackson, a two-time MVP who missed a practice with an illness and has dealt with assorted injuries. The game will test whether quarterback Drake Maye can bounce back from his first mediocre outing, whether defensive attrition can be overcome, and whether there are effective solutions to stopping the run. The Patriots must also fix recurring second-half offensive struggles. The 11-3 record is remarkable, but recent games have revealed problem areas.
Read at Boston.com
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