The third-year quarterback will undergo surgery on July 29 for an injury originally sustained against Miami in October 2024.

Things obviously change year to year and some of New England's opponents will be better than anticipated, but ultimately, it will be up to the Patriots to take advantage of this "soft" slate in 2025.

Overall, the Patriots do not have a tough schedule. In fact, based on their opponents’ 2024 win percentage, the Patriots have the easiest schedule of any AFC team.