Al Davis may have only lived in this sports-crazed Plymouth County city for the first five years of his life, but the late Raiders owner's influence is still felt here.
Expect the Patriots to run the ball early and often before taking a few shots down the field. If Drake Maye proves effective as a vertical passer, the Patriots will score points on explosive plays.
"I've just got to go out there and be my normal self and play ball. And with that, I think it's going to work out," rookie receiver Dont'e Thornton Jr. said.
"There's nobody more competitive. He's really, really a bright person. A great person to know. Really selfless, when you think about it," Owner Mark Davis said.