FOXBORO — The Patriots passed a major test while extending their winning streak to five games.

They proved that one of the NFL’s best defenses is no match for their offensive firepower.

The now 6-2 Patriots started slow, laboriously taking a 9-7 lead into halftime against the Browns. Then came the offensive explosion in the second half with quarterback Drake Maye leading the way — with some major help from the defense — to a 32-13 win.

Related Articles

The Patriots moved the ball effectively on the ground in their first drive but stalled when they got inside the 5-yard line, losing yards on a Rhamondre Stevenson run and when Browns star defensive end Myles Garrett beat tight end Hunter Henry and rookie tackle Will Campbell for a 10-yard sack of quarterback Drake Maye. The Patriots sett

See Full Page