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With one hit, Patriots bring the swagger back to Gillette Stadium
- Patriots beat the Giants 33-15 at Gillette Stadium, moving to 11-2 and topping the NFL Power Rankings.
- Christian Elliss delivered a legal, hard hit on Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart that energized the crowd.
- Theo Johnson’s 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty shifted the Giants’ momentum after the hit.
- Drake Maye completed 24 of 31 passes for 282 yards and two touchdowns in the win.
- The Patriots’ defense and offense pushed back at the late-season pressure, signaling a strong playoff push.
- Vrabel emphasized the need to be better in the red zone as the team pursues a championship run.
- The Giants are 3-11 and focus on the 2026 draft, while the Patriots eye the postseason.
- The Elliss hit sparked post-play reactions and chatter about a potential playoff picture.
- The article notes the Patriots’ potential swagger and No. 1 ranking in The Athletic’s NFL Power Rankings.
- Madden or Maye: the quarterback's performance kept the Giants under pressure and the crowd engaged.
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