The New England Patriots are heading out to the desert with their backs against the wall for a tough road meeting with the Arizona Cardinals.
As of right now, the Patriots still have a fighting pulse in the AFC playoff race, but they can’t afford to drop their third straight loss to a struggling team with a losing record. That isn’t to suggest the Cardinals aren’t a dangerous opponent, particularly with their explosive offensive capabilities.
The Patriots will have to dig deep and find a way to get the job done. This road trip will be longer than usual with the team expecting to stay out west for their Week 15 showdown with the Las Vegas Raiders next on the schedule.
Here are five burning questions ahead of what should be considered a must-win game for the Patriots.