Breaking Down the New England Patriots 2025 Schedule
5. 12 Games Slated for 1 p.m.
The Patriots are set to play at least 12 games at 1 p.m.. Last year, they were initially scheduled for 11 and ended up with 13. It’s a return to routine for a team that can find comfort and consistency in the early window. Only Week 6 at New Orleans falls in the 4 p.m. hour.
6. Third-Easiest Strength of Schedule
New England’s opponents combined for a .429 winning percentage in 2024, giving the Patriots the 30th-ranked strength of schedule. Just four of their opponents made the playoffs last season: Buffalo, Baltimore, Pittsburgh, and Tampa Bay. While this metric isn’t predictive, it does offer optimism for a team in transition under Vrabel.
7. Showdowns with Young Stars
A soft schedule doesn’t mean a lack of intrigue. Rookies Cam Ward (1st overall, Titans), Abdul Carter (3rd overall, Giants), and Ashton Jeanty (6th overall, Raiders) are among the top draft picks the Patriots will see. Those matchups could provide early previews of the league’s next wave of talent. The Pats should also get a look at Armand Membou (7th overall, Jets), Tet McMillan (8th overall, Panthers) and Kelvin Banks (9th overall, Saints), putting six of the top 10 picks in the 2025 draft class on New England’s slate.
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