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The most important decisions in Patriots history: Starting Tom Brady over a healthy Drew Bledsoe

Heading into their 64th season, the New England Patriots have a long and turbulent history to look back on. They found themselves atop the pro football mountain, and in the deepest of depths. Owners, coaches and players alike have all shaped the fortunes of the organization through the years.

Not all of their decisions carry the same weight, though. So, with almost two months before the start of the 2023 regular season, we thought we’d look at some of the most important ones.

Today, Bill Belichick’s boldest move.

Starting Tom Brady over a healthy Drew Bledsoe

You would probably think that any series like this would start with the drafting of Tom Brady, and I suppose that one could make that argument.