Inside The Numbers: The Patriots Defense
Friday, January 15, 2016
The New England Patriots first playoff game is right around the corner as they get set to host Kansas City on Saturday evening at Gillette Stadium. Kick off is set for 4:35 p.m.
As the saying goes, defense wins championships. As the playoffs begin, the Patriots defense gives up an average of 20 points per game, 10th best in the NFL.
The Patriots give up 339 yards of total offense per game which ranks them 9th best in the league.
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTHowever, New England gives up an average of 240 passing yards per game which ranks them 17th best compared to just 98 rushing yards per game.
For a further look at the Patriots defense, GoLocal teams up with Graphiq.
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