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Now that we know the\u00a0Jacksonville Jaguars’<\/a>\u00a0full 2026 NFL schedule, let’s take an early look ahead at each opponent.<\/p>\n In Week 3, the Jaguars<\/a> are back at home for a matchup with the New England Patriots.<\/p>\n Jaguars vs. Patriots date and timeWhen: Sun., Sept. 27 – Week 3Kickoff: 1:00 PM ETWhere: EverBank StadiumNetwork: CBSJaguars vs. Patriots matchup history<\/p>\n The Jaguars have an all-time record of 3-12 against the Patriots. The last time these two teams met was in October of 2024, when the Jaguars won that game 32-16.<\/p>\n Expert NFL picks: Exclusive betting insights only at USA TODAY.<\/a>Jaguars vs. Patriots win probabilities<\/p>\n According to\u00a0ESPN’s analytics<\/a>, the Jaguars have a 51% of winning this matchup.<\/p>\n Offseason moves by the Patriots<\/p>\n With help from\u00a0CBS Sports<\/a>, here is a rundown of notable additions and departures from the Patriots this offseason.<\/p>\n Additions: WR Romeo Doubs, IOL Alijah Vera-Tucker, OT Caleb Lomu, LB Dre’Mont Jones, S Kevin Byard, DE Gabe JacasDepartures: DE K’Lavon Chaisson, TE Austin Hooper, DT Khyiris Tonga, WR Stefon Diggs, LB Jahlani Tavai, OT Vederian Lowe, LB Anfernee Jennings<\/p>\n “While receiver garnered most of the on-field headlines for the Patriots, they also provided Maye with more protection by trading up in the first round to select tackle Caleb Lomu and also signing veteran guard Alijah Vera-Tucker in free agency. Dre’Mont Jones and Kevin Byard are two strong veterans being brought into the fold defensively, while second-rounder Gabe Jacas has plenty of upside off the edge. This roster is better than the one we just saw in\u00a0Super Bowl<\/a>\u00a0LX.” – Tyler Sullivan<\/p>\n Stats to know<\/p>\n