Sports Briefing: This time, Patriots far from perfect

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Despite problems, Patriots still kicking among NFL contenders By Tom Pedulla, USA TODAY BRUSCHI: Ex-Pats LB says Jets more likely to reach Super Bowl CONTROVERSY: Charley Casserly fires back at Bill Belichick POWER RANKINGS: Patriots firmly in the top 10
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