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If there’s an unsung reason the New England Patriots have entered their bye week with the NFL’s best record following back-to-back 4-13 seasons, it may be as simple as them enjoying being around one another.

This team is so close,” Pats cornerback Christian Gonzalez said. Vrabel "preaches: 'Go play with that joy and that fun you had as a little kid.' "

Once the Jerod Mayo chapter swiftly ended, the Mike Vrabel era started, and things almost immediately changed in New England. An experienced head coach with a clear vision on the type of player he wanted, Vrabel and the Patriots front office assembled a free-agent class that helped change the culture inside Gillette Stadium almost immediately.

There's no doubt that Week 13 of the NFL featured many exciting matchups, highlighted by the Thanksgiving Day slate, which delivered three great games - especially the Kansas City

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel stopped by WEEI’s “ The Greg Hill Show ” on Tuesday morning following the team’s 33-15 victory over the Giants. New England extended its winning streak to 10 in a row, avoiding the possible “trap game” against the last-place Giants.

The Week 13 "Monday Night Football" game featured two teams headed in opposite directions. Here's highlights, and takeaways from the Patriots-Giants:

Tom Curran joins PFT Live to analyze the Patriots' success under Mike Vrabel this season, examining why New England has been able to rebound so quickly from the post-Tom Brady and Bill Belichick blues.