The 1986 New England Patriots season was the franchise's 17th season in the

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and 27th overall. The Patriots matched their 11–5 record from the previous season, but this time they finished first in the AFC East, thus winning the division title. This would be the last AFC

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Division title the Patriots would win until 1996 and their last playoff appearance until

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Staff

Roster

Regular season

Schedule

Game summaries

Week 8

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Standings

References

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