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Patriots rested but not relaxed

Patriots rested but not relaxed

Now that the four wild-card games are over, the four teams that had the weekend off, including the Patriots, can begin to sharpen their preparations, with their opponents finally determined.
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Ravin' about chance
Ravin' about chance
The Ravens took out the Colts and now the team likes their chances against the Broncos.
NFL playoffs
Packers rout Vikings
Packers rout Vikings
The rematch was a mismatch, and the rest of the NFC might want to take notice of how dangerous Green Bay can be.
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Slater's special incentive
Slater's special incentive
With the work ethic of his Hall of Fame father, O-lineman Matthew Slater made himself one of the best at his position.

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The Patriots just wrapped up an impressive 12-4 season, capturing a playoff bye for the third year in a row, and looked primed for another Super Bowl run. But there are multiple spots where they could stand to add some young talent.
Blueprint to Patriots' Perfect OffseasonBlueprint to Patriots' Perfect Offseason
The New England Patriots are headed into the playoffs with designs on another Super Bowl run. But with the Pats earning a bye with their win over the Dolphins , we've got Wild .
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The New England Patriots earned a first-round bye with their Week 17 win over the Miami Dolphins . They will now await the results of the first round to find out who they will face in their first postseason game.
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The New England Patriots head into this week's matchup with the Miami Dolphins with plenty to play for, and while it would be nice to get one of their best offensive weapons some .
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Tom Brady says Patriots need their best vs. Texans
With their bye week over and the Houston Texans on their way to New England, quarterback Tom Brady knows the Patriots have their work cut out for them this week.
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Patriots got lucky, now it's time for them to be really good
'Tis better to be lucky than good, as the saying goes. Although in the NFL, it is best to be both. And the Patriots certainly qualify.

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