Example Sentences

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Even more excruciating to the Jets is that the Pats were never supposed to be this good right now.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

After missing the playoffs for three straight seasons, the completely rebuilt Pats put together an impressive 14-3 regular season.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

If he does, there will be yet more evidence the Pats are back.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

Are @RobGronkowski and @TomBrady going for the Bucs or Pats today?!

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 10, 2025

They yelled again after the Pats recovered from a sack and, on third and eighteen, scored a touchdown.

From "All American Boys" by Jason Reynolds