PHOTOS: Patriots topple Panthers to get above .500

Author Alex Barth

November 7th, 2021 5:00 PM

With Sunday’s 24-6 win over the Carolina Panthers, the Patriots are now 5-4 and over .500 for the first time this year. They’ve won three games in a row, and are just half a game back of the Bills in the AFC East.

It was a smothering defensive effort from the Patriots, allowing a season-best 240 yards. Paired with a strong running game, the Patriots kept the Panthers as arms length for most of the afternoon. Here’s some snapshots from the victory…

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  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 07: Mac Jones #10 of the New England Patriots calls a play at the line during the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 07, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images)

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  Nov 7, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson (38) runs as Carolina Panthers safety Sean Chandler (34) defends in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

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  Nov 7, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson (38) runs as Carolina Panthers safety Sean Chandler (34) defends in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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  Nov 7, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry (85) makes the catch defended by Carolina Panthers cornerback A.J. Bouye (24) during the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports

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  Nov 7, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry (85) reacts after scoring a touchdown in the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

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  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 07: Shaq Thompson #7 of the Carolina Panthers tackles Brandon Bolden #25 of the New England Patriots during the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium on November 07, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)
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  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 07: Haason Reddick #43 of the Carolina Panthers tackles Gunner Olszewski #80 of the New England Patriots during the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium on November 07, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)

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  Nov 7, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones (10) looks to pass in the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

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  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 07: Head coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots on the sidelines during the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 07, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)
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  Nov 7, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New England Patriots cornerback J.C. Jackson (27) returns an interception for a touchdown as Carolina Panthers wide receiver Robby Anderson (11) defends in the third quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

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  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 07: Head coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots looks on during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 07, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)

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  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 07: Terez Hall #59 of the New England Patriots intercepts a pass during the third quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 07, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)
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  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 07: Kyle Van Noy #53 of the New England Patriots touches down Sam Darnold #14 of the Carolina Panthers during the third quarter at Bank of America Stadium on November 07, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)

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  Nov 7, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New England Patriots outside linebacker Matt Judon (9) sacks Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) in the fourth quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

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  Nov 7, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New England Patriots outside linebacker Matt Judon (9) reacts after sacking Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold (14) (not pictured) in the fourth quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 07: Jalen Mills #2 of the New England Patriots gestures to fans after breaking up a play during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 07, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)

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  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 07: Rhamondre Stevenson #38 of the New England Patriots runs the ball during the second quarter against the against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 07, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)

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  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 07: Brian Hoyer #5 of the New England Patriots calls a play at the line during the fourth quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on November 07, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images)

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Alex Barth is a writer and digital producer for 985TheSportsHub.com. Any opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of 98.5 The Sports Hub, Beasley Media Group, or any subsidiaries. Thoughts? Comments? Questions? Looking for a podcast guest? Let him know on Twitter @RealAlexBarth or via email at abarth@985TheSportsHub.com.

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