After last season, the Patriots paired a proven new head coach with a quarterback who brought loads of potential into his second year.

The combination of Mike Vrabel and Drake Maye has worked wonders in New England this season. And the Giants on Monday night got a painful front-row seat to what they dream can become their reality in 2026.

In the process, John Mara’s team — with general manager Joe Schoen somehow still employed — completely embarrassed itself on national TV.

Schoen has built a roster that is now 3-22 in its past 25 games, which is almost impossible to do in today’s NFL.

The Patriots’ 33-15 victory over the Giants was sealed by halftime, when New England led 30-7, as Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart unceremoniously returned from his two-game concussion absence.

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