Former Patriot great says Jerod Mayo's team will 'surprise' this season

New England Patriots' James White, center, celebrates his touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun) AP By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com Expectations aren't very high with respect to the Patriots and the 2024 season, and understandably so. With one of the toughest schedules in the league, and a roster that still lacks offensive talent, it's tough to imagine the Patriots, who were a 4-win team last year, doing much to improve on that mark. Fanatics Sportsbook 10X$100 BONUS BET BET MATCH BONUS CLAIM OFFER Must be 21+. GAMBLING PROBLEM? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (CO, KY ,MD, OH, PA,