Sammy Morris ran for 138 yards and one touchdown before departing the game -- and leaving New England with little left in the backfield -- and Matt Cassel tossed three touchdown passes, as the Patriots pummeled Denver, 41-7, at Gillette Stadium.

San Diego, CA (Sports Network) - Philip Rivers threw for 306 yards and three touchdowns as the San Diego Chargers dominated the New England Patriots, 30-10, exacting some revenge in a rematch of last season's AFC Championship game.

Foxboro, MA (Sports Network) - Randy Moss had six receptions for 116 yards and a touchdown as New England overcame an early injury to quarterback Tom Brady to escape Kansas City, 17-10, in the season-opener for both clubs at Gillette Stadium.

Tom Brady had three more touchdown passes. Sammy Morris had one of the best games of his career. The New England defense had its way.