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6 bold predictions for Patriots vs. Cardinals

By Connor Fulton

Aug 18, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) hand off the ball to New England Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount (29) against the Chicago Bears in the second quarter at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 18, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) hand off the ball to New England Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount (29) against the Chicago Bears in the second quarter at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 1, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Arizona Cardinals safety Tyrann Mathieu prior to the game against the Denver Broncos during a preseason game at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Tryann Mathieu will have two interceptions (one for a pick-six).

It won’t be all roses for the Patriots in this game, of course. Garoppolo will be intercepted on several occasions, and both times the culprit will be Mathieu, one of the most talented defensive backs in football. Both of Mathieu’s interceptions will be a result of his excellence instincts and playmaking ability, but they will also be consequences of Garoppolo chucking a few shaky, hesitant passes in the face of a fierce Arizona pass rush.

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Mathieu’s first interception will happen early in the first quarter on one of the Pats’ first drives, which will give the Cardinals an early edge after converting the turnover into points. The second pick will occur in the second half, and this time, Mathieu will return it for a pick-six. On a night in which the Cardinals’ offense sputters, these will be valuable points.

Next: 2. Pats’ defense won’t allow more than 75 rush yards

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