The New England Patriots are entering the 2025 campaign with a sense of hope. After rookie quarterback Drake Maye showed off his promise last year, the front office worked hard over the offseason to upgrade the roster around him. Just a season ago, the Patriots were a laughingstock, winning just four games and throwing away the No. 1 overall pick by winning their season finale in Week 18 against the Buffalo Bills. There’s no doubt that New England will be better, but how much better?