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Patriots Clinched the AFC East — But Is Their Schedule a Playoff Problem?

The New England Patriots are back on top of the AFC East for the first time since 2019, but one statistic is creating serious debate heading into the NFL playoffs. Despite a 13–3 record and a dominant Week 17 win over the New York Jets, questions remain about whether New England’s schedule made their path too easy.

In this video, we break down the Patriots’ strength of schedule, what it means for their Super Bowl chances, and how Drake Maye’s historic performance against the Jets factors into the bigger picture. We also look ahead to Week 18, where the Patriots still have a chance to secure the number one seed in the AFC.

With playoff football approaching, New England now has the opportunity to silence the doubts.

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