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Motivated: Can the New England Patriots Avoid a Super Bowl Hangover?

New England Patriots will try to shrug off Super Bowl hangover talk as Mike Vrabel keeps his squad laser-focused for another playoff push. Can this motivated roster defy the odds and return to the NFL’s biggest stage? Nick Cattles breaks down why the Patriots’ leadership, culture, and two-way talent set them apart—even with a tougher 2026 schedule and questions around team health.

Key insights include Zak Kuhr’s rise as a top head coaching candidate after a dominant defensive campaign, the under-the-radar battle for interior offensive line spots involving Caedan Wallace, and looming decisions…

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