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2 Studs (& 3 Duds) From Patriots' Week 9 loss vs. Commanders

Another week, another loss.

By Sayre Bedinger

Studs and duds from the New England Patriots' Week 9 loss to the Washington Commanders.
Studs and duds from the New England Patriots' Week 9 loss to the Washington Commanders. / Maddie Meyer/GettyImages
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Dud: Ezekiel Elliott/Bill O'Brien

It's pretty strange that New England had one running back (Stevenson) average 10 yards per touch, and yet still finished with just 4 rushing first downs in this game.

That's because Ezekiel Elliott didn't do nearly enough on his end, struggling to pick up yards every time he touched the ball. Elliott averaged just 2.8 yards per carry and 5.0 yards per reception, turning in another underwhelming performance.

Bill O'Brien should've fed Stevenson, but instead the Patriots continue to heavily feature Elliott (to their own detriment).

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