FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The New England Patriots left little doubt. They are the class of the AFC East.
But they also know that by next Sunday, they could be tied again with the New York Jets, the big-talking rivals they embarrassed with a 45-3 beating on Monday night.
Tom Brady said it was a big win, but it was just one win. And the Patriots (10-2) must play on the road Sunday against the Chicago Bears (9-3), who lead the NFC North. The Jets (9-3) will be at home against a weaker opponent, the Miami Dolphins (6-6).
But for now, the Patriots are 10-2 and tied with Atlanta for the NFL’s best record.
Both teams play Chicago, Miami and Buffalo among their final four opponents. The Patriots also face Green Bay, while the Jets meet Pittsburgh.
