Mike Vrabel’s first game as New England Patriots head coach did not go as planned. The team lost its regular season opener on Sunday 20-13 to the visiting Las Vegas Raiders.

Here is who caught our eye for better or worse upon live viewing.

Winners

WR Kayshon Boutte: As he has been this summer, Boutte served as the Patriots top X-receiver on Sunday and led the unit with 58 total snaps (even after missing the end of one drive after spending time in the blue medical tent). Boutte was New England’s best downfield threat leading the way with an average depth of target of 17.4 yards en route to a 103-yard game. He did good work along the sideline and over the middle of the field as his eight targets tied for a team-high.

ED Harold Landry and DT Milton Williams: The Patriots two new pass rush

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