FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — While the New England Patriots continue to savor their 42-10 Week 17 victory over the New York Jets — not to mention clinching their first AFC East division title since the conclusion of the Tom Brady-Bill Belichick Era — a fan-favorite receiver may face the remainder of the Pats’ exciting run from the sidelines.

On Monday, New England released defensive back Miles Battle and center/guard Brenden Jaimes, per Patriots' reporter Jack Alymer. That appears to be a move that signals the pending return of two crucial starters: defensive tackle Milton Williams and offensive tackle Will Campbell.

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It was absolute dominance from start to finish from a Patriots team that rolled into MetLife Stadium and dominated the Jets in a 42-10 victory. The touchdown pass from Maye was his third in the first half, and it wouldn't be his last, either.

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After a thrilling victory over the Baltimore Ravens last week, the Patriots blew out the New York Jets in Week 17, improving their record to 13-3. With one week left in the regular season, the Patriots control much of their own destiny for playoff positioning.

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