Patriots road to playoffs: breaking down each remaining match-up

With five games to go, the New England Patriots are on the outside looking in at the playoffs. Let's take a look at each of their remaining games to see what it could take for them to reach the postseason.

Patriots have reason for optimism despite 1-1 record

The New England Patriots may only be 1-1 and lost a heartbreaker to the Seahawks on Sunday, but there is plenty of reason for Pats Nation to be happy with the start to the season