Ranking the top 10 QB-TE combinations in NFL history

9. Drew Bledsoe and Ben Coates, New England Patriots

From 1993–1999, Bledsoe and Coates made an excellent combination for a competitive Patriots squad. Coates served as the security blanket for the former No. 1 overall pick as the two combined for 441 catches for 4,962 yards and 46 touchdowns in 104 games. The duo totaled eight Pro Bowls, two first-team All-Pros and led New England to an appearance in Super Bowl XXXI.

Quarterback Drew Bledsoe tight end Ben Coates New England Patriots football — Nov 8, 1998; Foxboro, MA, USA; FILE PHOTO; New England Patriots quarterback Drew Bledsoe (11) throws a pass to Ben Coates (87) against the Atlanta Falcons at Foxboro Stadium. (Credit: Lou Capozzola/USA TODAY Sports)

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9. Drew Bledsoe and Ben Coates, New England Patriots

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