Wild Patriots Stat Shows How Historically Rough Team's Offense Has Been To Open 2026
New England's offense has scored just 19 points in three games to open the season, putting the team on track with the 2021 Jets.
The New England Patriots' offense began the 2026 season with a historically rough performance, as highlighted by a viral stat comparing their first 30 drives to one of the worst teams in the NFL during the 2021 season. With just 36 points in three games, the Patriots are struggling offensively, ranking at the bottom of the league in several offensive categories, including points per game (12.0) and drives ending in touchdowns (6.7%).
Doug Clawson's stat shows that the Patriots scored only 29 points over their first 30 offensive drives, resulting in a points-per-drive average of 0.97, which is the lowest in the league since the 2021 Jets' season. This dismal performance is further emphasized when compared to the second-worst team, the Miami Dolphins, who have a points-per-drive average of 1.29.
Defensively, the Patriots' situation appears dire as well, with quarterback Drake Maye facing increased scrutiny. The team's offensive struggles, as indicated by this alarming stat, could have significant implications for their season, especially in their upcoming matchup against the Buffalo Bills.
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