If the status quo holds and the Patriots host a home game on Wild Card weekend, who would be the toughest opponent? And who would be the easiest to dispatch at Gillette Stadium? news sports entertainment obituaries subscribe

December 23, 2025 The MassLive Patriots Newsletter Patriots Patriots clinch playoff spot, MassLive experts debate best and worst potential first-round opponents If the status quo holds and the Patriots host a home game on Wild Card weekend, who would be the toughest opponent? And who would be the easiest to dispatch at Gillette Stadium? By Chris Mason | cmason@masslive.com Read more Patriots Patriots defender earns praise after switching positions in Ravens victory Anfernee Jennings filled a critical position after injuries depleted defensive line depth against Ravens, earning praise from coach Mike Vrabel. By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Mike Tomlin matches Bill Belichick’s historic non-losing season streak Mike Tomlin’s latest win put him with good company. By Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Jets sticking with QB who was sacked 8 times vs. Saints for game against Patriots The Jets named their starting quarterback for the Week 17 matchup with the Patriots. By Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Mike Vrabel roasts Patriots first-rounder for shirtless beer chug Notorious for his one-liners, Mike Vrabel zinged Will Campbell for his shirtless beer chug. By Chris Mason | cmason@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Patriots coach Mike Vrabel refutes reports of rift with Josh McDaniels Following the Patriots’ loss to the Bills, Mike Vrabel made comments that caused some people to speculate about the relationship between the coach and offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels. By Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com MORE    See more     Premium Access Family Sharing + Online Newspaper + Ad Lite $10 $5 for the first month   Subscribe Now   Cancel anytime.