Overview

• TreVeyon Henderson electrified the opener with a 100-yard kickoff return touchdown and an 18-yard rush that jump-started New England’s offense.
• Undrafted receiver Efton Chism led all Patriots with six catches for 50 yards and scored on a contested fourth-down grab to bolster the wide-receiver competition.
• On his third dropback, Drake Maye coughed up a fumble under pressure, drawing public criticism from coach Mike Vrabel over ball-security decisions.
• Second-year receiver Ja’Lynn Polk exited early in the second quarter with an apparent right shoulder injury, intensifying the battle for depth at wideout.
• Washington’s backups were flagged 13 times for 98 yards, prompting Dan Quinn’s admonition of sloppy play and underscoring discipline issues ahead of roster cutdowns.