6 Keys from Patriots loss to Colts in Frankfurt
The New England Patriots suffered a surprising 27-17 loss to the Indianapolis Colts in Frankfurt, Germany on Sunday. The Patriots were heavily favored in the game, but they were unable to overcome a number of mistakes and a Colts team that played with a lot of energy and determination. Here are six keys to the Patriots' loss: 1. Turnovers The Patriots turned the ball over four times in the game, including three interceptions of Mac Jones. The turnovers were costly, as they led to 17 Colts points. The Patriots' first turnover came on their opening drive. Jones threw an interception to Colts cornerback Kenny Moore II at the Colts 25-yard line. The Colts turned the interception into a field goal to take a 3-0 lead. The Patriots' second turnover came in the second quarter. Jones was sacked by Colts defensive end Yannick Ngakoue, and the ball was fumbled and recovered by the Colts at the Patriot's 35-yard line. The Colts turned the fumble into a touchd...