The New England Patriots kicked off their 2021 NFL season with a 17-16 win over the Miami Dolphins. Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers watched the game from the sidelines, but the Patriots’ victory bore a striking resemblance to their past successes. Cam Newton threw for 155 yards and a touchdown, while Sony Michel ran for 117 yards and another score. The Patriots’ defense, led by Dont’a Hightower and Kyle Dugger, held the Dolphins to just 268 total yards. With the win, the Patriots improved to 1-0 on the season.
