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Patrons visit the sports betting area of Twin River Casino in Lincoln, R.I., on Monday. (Steven Senne/AP)

Patriots Fans And Others Can Now Make Legal Super Bowl Bets In New England

While playing in the Super Bowl is nothing new for the Pats, the ability for fans to place a legal wager on the game here in the region is new.

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04:40Feb 1, 2019

Biography Of Bill Belichick Examines His Record Career

The recent biography, "Belichick," by Ian O'Connor, examines the Pats coach's career and shines a light on a different side of Belichick.

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05:47Jan 31, 2019

A pedestrian crosses a footbridge decorated with a banner ahead of Sunday's NFL Super Bowl 53 football game between the Los Angeles Rams and New England Patriots in Atlanta on Jan. 30, 2019. (David Goldman/AP)

It's Old Vs. Young In The Patriots-Rams Super Bowl Matchup

On the old -- or should we say the experienced -- side, you have the Patriots. On the young side, you have the Rams.

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04:07Jan 31, 2019

Patriots special teams captain Matthew Slater (Matt Rourke/AP)

Despite Their Dominance, The Patriots Embrace The Disrespected 'Underdog' Role

The Pats join a long history of teams that've made sure everyone knows about the critics who counted them out.

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04:48Jan 30, 2019

New England Patriots fans hold placards and cheer during an NFL football Super Bowl send-off rally for the team, Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. The Los Angeles Rams are to play the Patriots in Super Bowl on Feb. 3, in Atlanta, Ga. (Steven Senne/AP)

Thousands Rally To Send Patriots Off To 3rd Super Bowl In A Row

The Pats play the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday seeking their sixth NFL title since the 2001 season.

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Jan 27, 2019

Tom Brady and the Patriots beat the Atlanta Falcons in the Super Bowl two seasons ago. They will return to the Super Bowl, in Atlanta, to face the Los Angeles Rams on Feb. 3. (Darron Cummings/AP)

Super Bowl Fatigue? Ticket Prices Are Dropping, As Patriots Return

Super Bowl tickets are super expensive, as always, but the average resale price is about $1,000 less than at this time last year.

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02:35Jan 23, 2019

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) celebrates with wide receiver Chris Hogan after the AFC Championship NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 20, 2019, in Kansas City, Mo. (Charlie Riedel/AP)

6 Storylines To Watch As Patriots, Rams Prepare For Super Bowl Face-Off

In honor of Tom Brady going after his sixth championship ring, here are six early, entertaining storylines to watch as anticipation for the big game starts to build.

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Jan 21, 2019

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady celebrates after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 20, 2019, in Kansas City, Mo. (Jeff Roberson/Associated Press)

With Win In Overtime, Patriots Headed To Third Straight Super Bowl

The New England Patriots are headed to their third straight Super Bowl, once more thanks to Tom Brady's brilliance.

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Jan 20, 2019

Patriots To Face Kansas City Chiefs In AFC Game Sunday

The Patriots face off against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday for the AFC championship. ESPN.com football writer Mike Reiss joined Morning Edition to talk about the big game.

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04:05Jan 18, 2019

Patriots Headed To Eighth Consecutive AFC Championship

The Patriots head to their eighth consecutive AFC championship game after Sunday's victory over the LA Chargers. ESPN.com football writer Mike Reiss joined Morning Edition to talk about the game,...

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05:29Jan 14, 2019

Patriots quarterback Tom Brady celebrates a touchdown run by running back Sony Michel during the first half against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday. (Charles Krupa/AP)

Don't Listen To The Naysayers: The Patriots Are Still Capable Of Greatness

It ain't over til it's over, writes Shira Springer.

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Jan 14, 2019

New England Patriots running back Sony Michel (26) runs away from Los Angeles Chargers free safety Derwin James (33) during the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. (Steven Senne/AP)

Sony Michel Scores 3 TDs, Patriots Roll Past Chargers 41-28

Michel ran for 129 yards and had three touchdowns and the Patriots beat the Chargers 41-28 to earn their eighth straight trip to AFC championship game.

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Jan 13, 2019

At left, in a Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady smiles after a touchdown during an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, in Foxborough, Mass. At right, in a Jan. 6, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers walks on the field in the second half of an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Baltimore Ravens, in Baltimore. The Chargers and Patriots meet in a divisional playoff game on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019. (AP Photo/File)

A View From LA On The Chargers At Gillette: 'The Patriots Mystique Is Real'

L.A. Times sports columnist Helene Elliott joins Weekend Edition host Sharon Brody to discuss the AFC divisional playoff game.

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05:32Jan 13, 2019

NFL Playoff Season Kicks Off

It's playoff season in the NFL, and the New England Patriots will play the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday at Gillette. To talk about the game, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com...

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05:40Jan 11, 2019

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowsk in a game on Dec. 30 (Charles Krupa/AP)

For Gronkowski, It Seems His Many Injuries Have Taken Their Toll

The big tight end's numbers are down this season. But he's not unique: The brutal nature of football often ages players at an alarming rate.

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04:47Jan 11, 2019

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (11) runs from Buffalo Bills defenders Corey Thompson, left, Lorenzo Alexander and Micah Hyde, right, on his way to a touchdown after catching a pass during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 23, 2018, in Foxborough, Mass. (Elise Amendola/AP)

Pats Beat Bills 24-12, Earn 10th Straight AFC East Title

The New England Patriots earned their 10th straight AFC East title with Sony Michel running for 116 yards.

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Dec 23, 2018

New England Patriots wide receiver Josh Gordon warms up before Sunday's game in Pittsburgh. (Keith Srakocic/AP)

NFL Suspends Patriots' Gordon For Substance Abuse Violation

The news came several hours after Josh Gordon said he was stepping away from football to focus on his mental health.

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Dec 20, 2018

With Loss In Pittsburgh, Pats Fall To 3-5 On The Road This Year

ESPN's Mike Reiss discusses the Patriots' loss to the Steelers Sunday.

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05:34Dec 17, 2018

Steelers cornerback Joe Haden intercepts Tom Brady in the fourth quarter. (Keith Srakocic/AP)

Road Rash: Sloppy Patriots Fall To Steelers 17-10

The Patriots are having trouble winning on the road, a serious issue for them as they prepare for playoffs.

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Dec 17, 2018

A Last-Minute Loss For The Patriots Sunday

The Patriots were 16 seconds from clinching their 10th consecutive AFC East title when the Dolphins scored on the 69-yard play to rally from a 33-28 deficit. ESPN.com football writer...

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05:21Dec 10, 2018

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Patriots Fans And Others Can Now Make Legal Super Bowl Bets In New England

Biography Of Bill Belichick Examines His Record Career

It's Old Vs. Young In The Patriots-Rams Super Bowl Matchup

Despite Their Dominance, The Patriots Embrace The Disrespected 'Underdog' Role

Thousands Rally To Send Patriots Off To 3rd Super Bowl In A Row

Super Bowl Fatigue? Ticket Prices Are Dropping, As Patriots Return

6 Storylines To Watch As Patriots, Rams Prepare For Super Bowl Face-Off

With Win In Overtime, Patriots Headed To Third Straight Super Bowl

Patriots To Face Kansas City Chiefs In AFC Game Sunday

Patriots Headed To Eighth Consecutive AFC Championship

Don't Listen To The Naysayers: The Patriots Are Still Capable Of Greatness

Sony Michel Scores 3 TDs, Patriots Roll Past Chargers 41-28

A View From LA On The Chargers At Gillette: 'The Patriots Mystique Is Real'

NFL Playoff Season Kicks Off

For Gronkowski, It Seems His Many Injuries Have Taken Their Toll

Pats Beat Bills 24-12, Earn 10th Straight AFC East Title

NFL Suspends Patriots' Gordon For Substance Abuse Violation

With Loss In Pittsburgh, Pats Fall To 3-5 On The Road This Year

Road Rash: Sloppy Patriots Fall To Steelers 17-10

A Last-Minute Loss For The Patriots Sunday