Patriots suffer blowout loss amid ongoing struggles in Week 3
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 1:20 PM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
The New England Patriots faced a significant defeat in Week 3, joining other struggling playoff teams from the previous season. Seattle lost to a backup quarterback, while Carolina dealt with injuries that hindered their performance. The Los Angeles Chargers and Houston Texans now sit at 0-3, raising questions about their season outlook. The Patriots and these teams must reassess their strategies moving forward.
- •Patriots were blown out in their latest game.
- •Seattle lost to a backup quarterback.
- •Panthers faced challenges due to injuries.
- •Chargers and Texans fell to 0-3.
- •Questions arise for five last-season playoff teams.
- 1:39 PMESPN — Trouble brewing for the Patriots? Barnwell on five important Week 3 losses and their aftermath
"The Pats got blown out. The Seahawks lost to a QB2. The Panthers couldn't overcome injuries. The Chargers and Texans fell to 0-3. What now for five of last season's playoff teams?
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