What happened: A longtime New England Patriots starter departed on a medical cart following an injury against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Patriots finished with a 20-3 final victory after the veteran left the field.
Why it matters: Losing an established starter impacts the Patriots' rotation as they navigate the regular season. New England halted a two-game skid to improve to 2-3 overall.
By the numbers: New England held the Steelers to three points, far below Pittsburgh's season average of 18.8 points per game.
What to watch: The Patriots will evaluate the extent of the injury and adjust their depth chart accordingly.