The New England Patriots owning the AFC’s worst record at 4-13 this past season earned them the No. 3 overall pick in next week’s draft.
But New England’s abysmal record won’t be rewarded when it comes to its strength of schedule in 2024.
According to Sharp Football Analysis, which used projected win totals from Vegas oddsmakers, the Patriots will have the second-hardest schedule in the NFL next season. The only team that will face a tougher slate of opponents will be the Pittsburgh Steelers.
It’s a rough outcome for the Patriots, who don’t have much going for them at the moment.