Brady Returns, Patriots Roll Cleveland 33-13
Monday, October 10, 2016
In his first game back following suspension, Brady completed 28 of 40 passes for 406 yards and three touchdowns in the game, leading the Patriots to a 4-1 overall record. The Browns drop to 0-5 on the year.
"I thought the team played really well. It was fun to be part of it. It's been a fun week to get ready to play and be back doing what I love to do. I'm just proud of the way our guys played," said Brady after the game.
Patriots Offense Rolls
With the game tied at seven in the first quarter, Brady found tight end Martellus Bennett for a seven yard touchdown pass to cap off an eight play, 75 yard drive to give the Patriots a 14-7 lead after a Stephen Gostkowski extra point.
After the Patriots defense forced a safety to put them up 16-7, Brady and Bennett connected again in the second quarter on a five yard touchdown pass to give New England a 23-7 lead with 12 minutes left in the half.
The Patriots would take that 23-7 lead into the locker room at the half.
Brady and Bennett would connect one more time in the third quarter, this one coming on a 37 yard pass down the sideline resulting in a touchdown to give New England a 30-7 lead after a Gostkowski extra point.
"Marty played great. He's played five great weeks of football for us. He's been so productive with everything we've asked him to do running, catching, scoring touchdowns," added Brady.
With the Patriots up 33-13, Tom Brady was taken out of the game and replaced by Jimmy Garoppolo.
Offensive Weapons
Wide receiver Chris Hogan caught four passes for 114 yards and tight end Rob Gronkowski caught five passes for 109 yards, as seven different players caught passes for the Patriots.
Bennett had six catches for 67 yards and three touchdowns.
Looking Ahead
The Patriots return to action on Sunday, October 16 when they host the Cincinnati Bengals at Gillette Stadium.
Kick off is set for 1 p.m.
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