Patriots Focusing On Offensive Adjustments With 49ers Up Next

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Following a promising start, the Patriots offense is trudging through its first rough patch of 2020 under quarterback Cam Newton. The Patriots had their worst offensive performance of the season during last week’s 18-12 loss to Denver, producing a season-low 288 yards. Improvements will be needed heading into a matchup this week against a 49ers defense that ranks fifth in the NFL. The areas that need immediate attention are the passing game, which has produced just one touchdown and five interceptions in back-to-back losses, and on the offensive line, which continues to make adjustments because of injuries and COVID-19. It’s a tall order, but one that Patriots coach Bill Belichick said begins with having a normal week of practice.