The New England Patriots faced a challenging matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Gillette Stadium on Sunday, resulting in a frustrating loss involving five turnovers.

The setback for New England led to a one-spot drop in Bleacher Report’s newest NFL power rankings (unveiled Monday), slipping the team from 24th to 25th. As the Patriots navigate the early stages of the 2025 season with rookie quarterback Drake Maye at the helm, this drop is a reminder that it might be another up-and-down season for the Pats.

Per usual, Maye showed flashes of potential on Sunday, completing passes under pressure, but the offense struggled to generate consistent scoring, finishing with just 14 points.

Bleacher Report’s Kris Knox provided analysis on the Patriots’ performance, noting: “The New Eng

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