1987 New England Patriots season

They failed to improve on their 11–5 record from 1986, in the strike-shortened season, finishing 8–7, tied for second in the AFC East Division, and missing the playoffs for the first time since 1984.

Head coaches Offensive coaches Defensive coaches Special teams coaches Strength and conditioning After the league decided to use replacement players during the NFLPA strike, the following team was assembled: Quarterbacks Running backs Wide receivers Tight ends Offensive linemen Defensive linemen Linebackers Defensive backs Special teams Running backs (RB) Wide receivers (WR) Tight ends (TE) Defensive linemen (DL) Defensive backs (DB) Special teams Reserve

Rookies in italics Miami Dolphins punter Reggie Roby injured in the game, forcing Don Strock to punt in the emergency situation.

Additionally, with 2:22 left in the game Dan Marino was injured forcing Strock to fill in at the quarterback position as well, nearly mounting a winning comeback drive.

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