The 2008 New England Patriots displayed remarkable resilience, finishing with a strong 11-5 record despite losing star quarterback Tom Brady to a season-ending injury in Week 1. Led by backup Matt Cassel and a top-ten ranked offense and defense, the team remained highly competitive throughout the year, finishing on a four-game winning streak and setting an NFL record for the fewest penalties in a 16-game season. The 21st overall pick in the 2004 NFL Draft and a 2022 Patriots Hall of Fame inductee, Vince Wilfork was a dominant defensive tackle who earned five Pro Bowl selections and won two Super Bowl championships during his 11 seasons with the New England Patriots.