The Patriots have a chance to extend their winning streak to five games at home Sunday when they take on the Falcons before hitting the road again in Week 10.

The Patriots are in a surprising position at 6-2 and atop the AFC East standings near the midway point in the season. They’ve strung together two straight blowout wins over the Titans and Browns and are currently favored by 5.5 over the Falcons.

Here’s what we’re watching on Sunday when the Falcons come to Gillette Stadium:

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