Defense (or a lack thereof) was definitely the downfall of the New England Patriots last season, proven on the very first play of their divisional playoff loss to the Baltimore Ravens when RB Ray Rice busted loose for an 83-yard touchdown run.  The Patriots knew they would need to get younger and faster at some point, and last year they suffered some severe growing pains.  If New England can turn things around defensively led by rising star LB Jerod Mayo and stay healthy after WR Wes Welker returns, this team should continue to be a factor in the AFC playoff race.

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