Patriots captain calls for focus after heavy loss to Jaguars

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Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Patriots captain calls for focus after heavy loss to Jaguars
Summary

The New England Patriots suffered a 35-6 defeat to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Postgame, captain Kevin Byard referenced Bill Belichick, emphasizing the need for the team to focus on doing their jobs. He pointed to the defense's struggles, allowing five touchdowns on five red-zone trips, and said the team's response must be to ignore outside noise and improve. The Patriots will next face the Buffalo Bills, making a quick turnaround essential.

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  • •Patriots lost 35-6 to the Jaguars on Sunday.
  • •Kevin Byard emphasized teamwork and focus postgame.
  • •Defense allowed touchdowns on every red-zone trip.
  • •Next game is against the Buffalo Bills.
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  • 10:12 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots captain invokes Bill Belichick after Jaguars loss
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The Patriots lost by 29 points on Sunday.

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