Patriots vs. Broncos: Full Report Card Grades for New England

December 19, 2016   ·   Lee Schechter   ·   Jump to comments

The New England Patriots and Tom Brady finally get over the hump in Denver. Brady entered this game with a career record of 2-7 against the Broncos, so there was no way he was going to drop another game in the Mile High City. 
In a gritty game that kicked it old school to the Bruschi-era defense, the Patriots achieved victory by winning the field-position battle, forcing turnovers, playing inspired defense and being opportunistic on offense. 
When the Patriots and Broncos play in recent years, it all comes down to protecting Tom Brady. The Patriots prevailed in the battle and ultimately won the war thanks to the offensive line's stellar performance. 
Offensively, Dion Lewis had a career day, and the Patriots did all the small things well to clinch their NFL- record eighth straight AFC East title. 
Read on for the full grades from the New England Patriots' 16-3 win over the Denver Broncos, which also clinched a first-round bye.
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