Talking of the Patriots, they’re certainly one of three 8-2 groups within the NFL, all AFC sides, however are they the very best?

You possibly can decide holes in New England, Denver and Indianapolis actually for feasting on the lesser sides, with solely 5 of their mixed 24 victories coming in opposition to groups with a successful document – and a type of was the Colts beating the Broncos.

Denver beat the champion Eagles in Philadelphia and are kings of the fourth-quarter whereas Indy can experience Jonathan Taylor, however the Patriots including Sunday’s win in Tampa Bay to their primtime success in Buffalo looks like an announcement.

Their two defeats got here in new head coach Mike Vrabel’s first three video games, with seven straight wins, identical to Denver, since then – however taking down Baker Mayfield after the Bucs had a bye to organize was large.

Drake Maye’s MVP claims will not go away, and he actually deserves level for bravery after taking some savage hits in Tampa Bay however hanging in there to steer his facet to victory.

The defence is strong and rookie operating again TreVeyon Henderson exploded on Sunday with 147 yards and two exhilerating touchdowns of 55 and 69 yards – turning into simply the fifth ball provider to interrupt 22mph this season on his first rating.

When you can argue who ‘the very best’ is technically, the Pats ought to be favourites to complete with the very best document because of their schedule – which incorporates only one recreation in opposition to a successful crew, albeit an enormous one in opposition to Buffalo.

Visiting Baltimore can be powerful, however Denver have it even more durable within the AFC West with the Chiefs to play twice, the Chargers (who may additionally problem for high seed however face the identical downside) and likewise the Packers on the schedule.

The Colts additionally face the Chiefs, and have the Seahawks, 49ers and two video games with the 5-4 Jaguars to take care of. There is a lengthy method to go however the door is open for a shock high seed within the AFC.