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Top five Kickoff games since 2002

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Top five Kickoff games since 2002

When the Patriots unveiled their second Super Bowl banner in the '04 season opener against the Colts, an instant classic ensued. Take a look back at the top kickoff games since '02 ahead of Wednesday's schedule release at 8 p.m. ET on NFL Network.

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