1.   Patriots neophyte quarterback Tom Brady has never played in a more hostile atmosphere.

2.   Patriots quarterback Drew Bledsoe should have a much better day, even with Reggie White breathing down his neck.

3.   Patriots quarterback Scott Zolak gets his second start in a row for the injured Drew Bledsoe. . . .

4.   Patriots quarterback Tom Brady had another solid day of practice, except for two interceptions, one of which coach Bill Belichick said was the fault of a receiver.

5.   Patriots quarterback Tom Brady has been efficient all season and has surprised league observers with his poise with the game on the line.

6.   Patriots quarterback Tom Brady stood on the podium and mouthed the words like an actor delivering his lines.

7.   Patriots quarterback Drew Bledsoe had little going for him.

8.   Patriots quarterback Tom Brady may be among them, should he need an injection for pain in his sprained left ankle, a Patriots official said Wednesday.

9.   Patriots quarterback Drew Bledsoe agrees with Kotite that the Jets are an improving club.

10.   Patriots quarterback Drew Bledsoe handed the ball to Faulk on an apparent trap play.