AP: Edelman Thriving With Newton In Post-Brady Era

By Gethin Coolbaugh, Associated Press

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- Julian Edelman carved out a role as one of Tom Brady's most trusted receivers during the star quarterback's two decades with the Patriots.

Two games into the post-Brady era in New England, Edelman has already developed a similar chemistry with the team's newest QB.

The 34-year-old Edelman has emerged as a favorite target of 2015 NFL MVP Cam Newton through the Patriots' first two games, totaling a team-high 236 yards receiving, including a career-high 179 in last Sunday's 35-30 loss at Seattle.

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