4 Keys from Patriots opening loss to Miami

Mike Dussault

The Patriots kicked off the 2021 season with a tough one-point loss to their divisional rival Miami Dolphins. New England looked poised to take a late lead when Damien Harris' fumble gave the ball back to Miami and the Dolphins would close things out on the ensuing drive.

There were some bright spots from the loss, including a solid debut for rookie quarterback Mac Jones and some notable perf