The New England Patriots face a challenging season ahead, as they are labeled as underdogs in every game of the 2024 NFL season, marking their lowest projected win total since 1991.

Initial Point Spreads

Oddsmakers have set the Patriots as underdogs in every regular-season game, with Week 1 against the Bengals presenting the largest point spread of +8.5.

Game-by-Game Breakdown

Here’s a breakdown of the initial point spread for each Patriots game in the 2024 season:

• Week 1: +8.5 at Bengals
• Week 2: +2.5 vs. Seahawks
• Week 3: +7.5 at Jets (Thursday Night Football)
• Week 4: +11.5 at 49ers
• Week 5: +4 vs. Dolphins
• Week 6: +4 vs. Texans
• Week 7: +6 vs. Jaguars (game in London)
• Week 8: +3.5 vs. Jets
• Week 9: +2.5 at Titans
• Week 10: +5.5 at Bears
• Week 11: +4 vs. Rams
• Week 12: +6.5 at Dolphins
• Week 13: +2.5 vs. Colts
• Week 15: +3.5 at Cardinals
• Week 16: +7.5 at Bills
• Week 17: +2.5 vs. Chargers
• Week 18: +3.5 vs. Bills

Projected Win Total

The Patriots’ win total for the season is set at 4.5, the lowest since 1991, according to sports betting analyst Ben Fawkes.

Reasons for Underdog Status

Several factors contribute to the Patriots’ underdog status, including organizational changes, uncertainties surrounding rookie coach Jerod Mayo and quarterback Drake Maye, and questions about player personnel.

Conclusion: A Season of Challenges

As the Patriots embark on the 2024 season, they face significant obstacles and uncertainties. Overcoming their underdog status will require resilience, adaptability, and a strong team effort.

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[Source: Conor Roche, The Local News App]

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