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What is the team history of the New England Patriots?

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The Patriots clinch an AFC East record sixth consecutive division title and qualify for the playoffs for the 22nd time in team history in the win vs. Miami. It is the 16th time in 22 seasons under Robert Kraft ownership that New England has qualified for the playoffs. read more

The history of the New England Patriots began when Boston business executive William "Billy" Sullivan and Sullivan Brother Printers, owned by Joseph Sullivan, were awarded the eighth and final franchise of the developing American Football League (AFL) on November 16, 1959. read more

Team History Billy Sullivan Jr., a Boston businessman with a strong sports promotional background, secured an American Football League franchise on November 22, 1959. In keeping with the New England heritage, the nickname "Patriots" was selected by a panel of Boston sportswriters in a contest to name the team. read more

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