The New England Patriots opener their preseason slate with a 48-18 win over the Washington Commanders, giving Mike Vrabel a victory in his first game as head coach. The win doesn't count toward the real standings, but it was a strong way for the Patriots to begin a new era in Foxboro.

The fireworks started shortly after the team unveiled the fancy Tom Brady statue outside of Gillette Stadium . The Patriots raced out to a 7-0 lead when rookie TreVeyon Henderson found paydirt on the opening kickoff , which was just the beginning of a big night for New England's football team. The Patriots led 27-3 at halftime despite only outgaining Washington by seven yards, and then tacked on three more touchdowns in the second half.

It's important not to overreact to a preseason opener. The Comm

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