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Patriots Rookie Kicker Proves Stability in Win
- Borregales, a sixth-round pick, provided nine points as the Patriots beat the Chargers 16-3 in the Wild Card round.
- Vrabel praised Borregales for staying consistent and handling the elements well.
- Borregales missed early kicks but finished 27 of 32 on the season.
- Borregales finished the season 27 of 32 on field goals (84.4%).
- The performance solidified Borregales's role as a dependable postseason option.
- The win advances the Patriots to the divisional round as they prep for another playoff test.
- Borregales faced early criticism after Week 1 but recovered with crucial late-game kicks.
- Vrabel credited Borregales for mental steadiness under pressure.
- The win marked the Patriots' successful playoff performance and Borregales' growing reputation.
- The article places Borregales among Patriots kickers in the franchise record books during playoffs.
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