The New England Patriots are playing in the NFL's first round of the playoffs for the first time since 2009 after losing their final regular-season game. The Patriots were upset at home against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, 27-to-24, and the bye they were seeking went to the Kansas City Chiefs, who won yesterday. The Pats enjoyed a first-round bye for nine straight seasons. New England will host the Tennessee Titans at Gillette Stadium next weekend.