Patriots clinch division title and first round bye 

December 18, 2016

The New England Patriots defense came up with their best effort at the perfect time in a 16-3 win at Denver on Sunday afternoon.

LaGarrette Blount rushed for a franchise record 15th touchdown of the season, while Dion Lewis rushed for 95 yards. 

Tom Brady finished with 188 passing yards. The Patriots didn’t turn the ball over. 

The Patriots clinched their record breaking 8th straight division title. They also clinched a first round bye. The Patriots will host the Jets in their regular season home finale next Saturday.