"Quarterback Drake Maye leads the NFL in completion percentage (75.2), while also sitting third in yards per pass attempt (9.0); he's a big reason why the Patriots enter Week 9 ranked eighth overall in scoring offense (26.6 per game). The defense, meanwhile, is both creating turnovers and limiting points at an elite rate. The Patriots rank tied for fifth in total takeaways (11) and are top-five in average points allowed (18.3)."
"No defensive stat stands out more, though, than New England's work against the rush. The Patriots rank second in opponent yards per attempt (3.5) and haven't allowed a single running back to gain 50-plus yards in a game this season. Vrabel's personnel additions, like Milton Williams, Khyiris Tonga and Robert Spillane, have certainly helped in that area, but the shift in mindset and physicality on defense this season has been undeniable."
Mike Vrabel emphasizes complementary football, pairing an efficient passing attack with a stingy defense. Quarterback Drake Maye leads the NFL in completion percentage (75.2) and ranks third in yards per pass attempt (9.0), fueling an eighth-ranked scoring offense (26.6 points per game). The defense is generating turnovers and limiting scoring, tied for fifth in takeaways (11) and top-five in points allowed (18.3). New England ranks second in opponent yards per attempt (3.5) and has not allowed a running back to reach 50 rushing yards in a game this season. Personnel additions and increased physicality have improved run defense. Jahlani Tavai returned from injured reserve in Week 5, played 12 snaps in a recent rout, and recorded five total tackles and two run stuffs.
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