Watch Tom Brady connect with Chris Hogan for back-to-back touchdowns

Chris Hogan, defended by Detroit Lions cornerback Nevin Lawson, pulls in a 32-yard pass for a touchdown during the first half of a preseason game. AP Photo/Carlos Osorio

By Nicole Yang

August 25, 2017

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During their third preseason game of the year, the Patriots got off to a fast start against the Detroit Lions on Friday night.

New England scored on their opening drive off of a pass from Tom Brady to wide receiver Chris Hogan. The touchdown marked the first time the Patriots got on the board before their opponents during preseason contests.

Touchdown, @Patriots!

Tom Brady hits @ChrisHogan_15 for the score on the first drive of the game. #NEvsDET https://t.co/H0ls1ur6eF

— NFL (@NFL) August 25, 2017

Upon regaining possession after a fumble forced by cornerback Malcolm Butler, Brady added to his team’s lead by hitting the same target in the end zone for a 32-yard touchdown.