Patriots hold off Steelers for 21-18 win

The Patriots defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 21–18 by starting the game on fire and adding points to the scoreboard.

In addition to ending New England's five-game losing streak, Bailey Zappe wins for the first time this season as a starting quarterback.

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The Patriots defense put on yet another impressive display, frustrating the Steelers offense for the majority of the contest.

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The 2023 Patriots got off to a strange and unexpected start to the game, quickly building a 7-0 lead over Steelers.

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The Steelers were only able to muster three first downs over their first five wealth thanks to the Patriots' outstanding first-half defense.

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Zappe completed the first half with three touchdowns and 196 yards on 14 of 21 attempts.

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After playing maybe their greatest half of the 2023 season, the Patriots led 21-10 going into the locker room.

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New England's offense was unable to muster any momentum and instead went three-and-out while attempting to kick the ball goes back to Pittsburgh.

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