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New England Patriots free safety Devin McCourty, front, and his brother cornerback Jason McCourty, left, warm up during an NFL football practice, Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. The Patriots are scheduled to host the Los Angeles Chargers in the AFC divisional round game, Sunday, Jan. 13, in Foxborough. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

Patriots’ playoff run special for McCourty twins

by Kyle Hightower Associated PressJanuary 10, 2019

New England Patriots defensive end Trey Flowers faces reporters in the team's locker room following an NFL football practice, Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. The Patriots are scheduled to host the Los Angeles Chargers in the AFC divisional round game, Sunday, Jan. 13, in Foxborough. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

Patriots defense aims to win ‘mind game’ with crafty Rivers

by Kyle Hightower Associated PressJanuary 9, 2019January 10, 2019

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels watches his team warm up before an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, in Foxborough, Mass. McDaniels expects to be with the New England Patriots for at least another season. The Patriots offensive coordinator said Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019, that “the book is closed” on him interviewing for other open head coaching jobs and that he is committed to New England moving forward.(AP Photo/Elise Amendola, File)

Pats’ McDaniels: ‘Book is closed’ interviewing for open jobs

by Kyle Hightower Associated PressJanuary 8, 2019

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers throws a pass in the first half of an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Brady’s respect for Rivers is high entering divisional matchup

by Kyle Hightower Associated PressJanuary 7, 2019

FILE - In this Oct. 4, 2018, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady leaps over the line of scrimmage for a touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts during the first half of an NFL football game, in Foxborough, Mass. New England’s mettle has been tested weekly. But after nabbing yet another a first-round bye, it’s put the Patriots in position to make another deep playoff run. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)

Patriots hope adversity has prepared them for playoffs

by Kyle Hightower Associated PressJanuary 5, 2019

FILE - In this Oct. 29, 2018, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) is hit from behind by Buffalo Bills linebacker Lorenzo Alexander (57) during an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y. The Bills play at the patriots on Sunday. The Patriots can lock up a 10th consecutive division title this week with a win or tie against Buffalo. (AP Photo/Chris Cecere, File)

Patriots chasing 10th straight AFC East crown vs. Bills

by Kyle Hightower Associated PressDecember 22, 2018December 22, 2018

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, New England Patriots wide receiver Josh Gordon is congratulated after an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings at Gillette Stadium, in Foxborough, Mass. Patriots receiver Josh Gordon says he is stepping away from football in order to focus on his mental health. In a statement posted on Twitter on Thursday morning, Dec. 20, 2018, Gordon said his decision was spurred by him feeling recently that he could have a better grasp on things mentally. He thanked the Patriots for their support and vowed to work his way back. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson, File)

NFL suspends Patriots’ Gordon for substance abuse violation

by Kyle Hightower Associated PressDecember 20, 2018

New England Patriots wide receiver Josh Gordon warms up during an NFL football practice, Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2018, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

Patriots WR Gordon stepping away to focus on mental health

by Kyle Hightower Associated PressDecember 20, 2018

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick talks with Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey, left, on the field following an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Dec. 16, 2018. (AP Photo/Don Wright)

High School & Youth

Patriots have issues to address after 2 straight losses

by Kyle Hightower Associated PressDecember 17, 2018

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 2, 2018 file photo, Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (33) runs against the New England Patriots during the first half of an NFL football game in Foxborough, Mass. One of the Patriots’ biggest weaknesses on defense this season has been containing opponents on the ground. New England has allowed 100 or more rushing yards seven times and is coming off giving up a season-high 189 in last week’s loss at Miami. A trip to Pittsburgh is next, but for just the second time in five meetings the Patriots won’t have to contend with Le’Veon Bell. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)

Patriots face unknowns in matchup with Bell-less Steelers

by Kyle Hightower Associated PressDecember 13, 2018December 13, 2018