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The Patriots got a boost with standout TE Rob Gronkowski's return from knee surgery and are considered the AFC East favorites.
PATRIOTS WEEK 1
Miami 33, New England 20
The Patriots were outscored 23-0 in the second half, when the Dolphins had four sacks on their way to the upset. New England fell out of the lead of the AFC East for the first time since Week 3 of 2012.
WHAT TO WATCH FOR
Tom Brady, quarterback
The future Hall of Famer threw 56 times on Sunday but completed only 29 for 249 yards as the Pats offense struggled in the second half. He'll look to rebound against the Vikings.
OUTLOOK
Sunday's results for the Vikings and Patriots give this game a whole new complexion. Outlook: Horns up.
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