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Both will, of course, play to win the game, but a loss actually benefits each side more long term.
In Belichick’s 23-plus seasons as head coach, the Patriots are 16-7 coming off a bye week.
But, they’re 2-8 overall this season, and have dropped three straight. They’re in serious danger of piecing together their worst season during Belichick’s tenure.
Something will have to give Sunday, when they face the New York Giants (3-8) at MetLife Stadium. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m., with temperatures hovering around 45 to 50 degrees and rain a distinct possibility.
This is one of those bizarre games, where, of course, both teams will play hard and try to win, but each would actually benefit more long-term from a loss.
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10:11 a.m. Mac Jones arrived in a gray suit, with an extremely serious and stoic look on his face. As of 10:30 a.m., it’s still unknown who will start at quarterback for New England.
9:50 a.m.: The Patriots will rock their road white uniforms against the Giants.
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