More observers are beginning to take the New England Patriots seriously as legitimate Super Bowl contenders. The Patriots earned their 10th straight victory on Monday night, jumping to 11-2 with a 33-15 win over the New York Giants.

As the Patriots have returned to prominence and Super Bowl contention, the buzz surrounding their second-year quarterback has skyrocketed.

The race toward Super Bowl LX is tightening as Week 14 approaches, and the picture at the top is beginning to sharpen. The Rams may have taken hold of the favorite’s tag, but the gap between contenders is as thin as it’s been all season.