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New England Patriots GameDay: 5 players to watch vs. Kansas City Chiefs

By Tarringo Basile-vaughan

FOXBOROUGH, MA - NOVEMBER 24: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots reacts before a game against the Dallas Cowboys at Gillette Stadium on November 24, 2019 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)
FOXBOROUGH, MA - NOVEMBER 24: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots reacts before a game against the Dallas Cowboys at Gillette Stadium on November 24, 2019 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images) /
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New England Patriots Rex Burkhead (Photo by Billie Weiss/Getty Images)
New England Patriots Rex Burkhead (Photo by Billie Weiss/Getty Images) /

Rex Burkhead, RB

Every New England Patriots remember that AFC Championship game in which the ground attack played a key role in defeating the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium.

Expect the running backs to play a key part in this game as well.  Sony Michel will be big in this game as he was last January in rushing for two touchdowns vs. the Chiefs, but Rex Burkhead will really be the running back to watch in this game.

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Over the last few weeks, we haven’t seen much of Burkhead (mostly due to injury) but expect him to be utilized a lot in this game both running the ball and as a receiver.

In averaging 4.0 yards per carry with a total of 20 receptions this season, Rex Burkhead is a versatile option to have on the field to keep the Kansas City Chiefs defense off balance.  Both his toughness and deceptive quickness in the open field will be good for a big play or two in this game.

In summary, the New England Patriots signed Rex Burkhead due to his versatility.  It’s about time they really utilized it.

Besides, he is due for a big game.

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