2012 New England Patriots season

The New England Patriots had a strong 2012 season, finishing with a 12-4 record and securing first place in the AFC East. They advanced to the AFC Championship but lost to the Baltimore Ravens, ending their season with a 13-5 record. Key moments included a significant comeback against the Houston Texans in Week 3 and overcoming injuries to key players like Rob Gronkowski and Vince Wilfork. In the playoffs, they defeated the Texans in the Divisional Round before facing the Ravens again in the AFC Championship, where they led at halftime but were shut out in the second half.

Statistically, the Patriots excelled offensively, leading the league with 426.9 total yards per game (1st), while their defense ranked lower at 27th overall. Tom Brady became the NFL's winningest postseason quarterback, and Shane Vereen tied franchise records for touchdowns in a playoff game. The season highlighted the team's resilience and offensive prowess despite defensive challenges.