1974 New England Patriots season
| 1974 New England Patriots season | |
|---|---|
| Owner | Billy Sullivan |
| General manager | Chuck Fairbanks |
| Head coach | Chuck Fairbanks |
| Home stadium | Schaefer Stadium |
| Results | |
| Record | 7–7 |
| Division place | T-3rd AFC East |
| Playoffs | Did not qualify |
| All-Pros | None |
| Pro Bowlers | None |
The 1974 New England Patriots season was the franchise's fifth season in the National Football League and 15th overall. The Patriots ended the season with a record of seven wins and seven losses and finished tied for third in the AFC East Division. The Pats stunned the two-time defending Super Bowl champion Miami Dolphins in Week 1 at Schaefer Stadium. The Pats went on to win their first five games on their way to a 6–1 start. However, they struggled in the second half of the season, winning only one game and finishing with a 7–7 record.