Patriots' Gordon: 'I'm going to take advantage of this opportunity'

Wide receiver Josh Gordon made his New England Patriots debut in Sunday's 38-7 victory over the previously undefeated Miami Dolphins.

He's confident the trade that sent the 27-year-old from the Cleveland Browns to the Patriots will work out well for both him and his new team.

"I have no doubt I'm going to take advantage of this opportunity. I'm more than blessed," Gordon said during his postgame media availability. "I'm extremely grateful to be put in this scenario. I think the only thing right for me to do is take full advantage of it. I'm loving it, I'm enjoying it, the guys here are great, it's a real home environment and I feel as comfortable as ever here. It's awesome."

Gordon caught two passes for 32 yards in Sunday's lopsided victory. He scored a touchdown while still with the Browns in Week 1, but has been sidelined with an injury for the past two weeks.

Gordon led the NFL with 1,646 receiving yards in just 14 games in 2013, but he was limited to only 10 games over the next four seasons due to injuries, suspensions, and a stint in rehab in 2016.

The Pro Bowler said he's in a better environment now in the Patriots' locker room while working with future Hall of Fame quarterback Tom Brady.

"I mean, it's awesome, just period, catching a pass from Tom at any point in time. He's been rooting for me, and it's been awesome to have his support and his love, as well as the rest of the teammates and staff here. You know, Tom's a passionate guy and I love that, and I love the game of football and I think we're going to mesh just fine," said Gordon.

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