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Post by costpet on Dec 22, 2019 12:46:03 GMT -5
I hope they don't have a letdown against the Dolphins. They can't just mail it in next week. I think now they can beat anybody not named Ravens. A nice bye week will help, which gives them a little extra time to analyze the Baltimore offense.
I like how Brady is now trusting Harry and Meyer. In fact, Meyer could be the next Edelman. I can't figure why Sanu is not contributing like expected. Brady is not looking his way anymore.
I wonder why most teams don't have a fullback. Roberts showed why they're so valuable. Devin too. Belichick knows. Why doesn't anyone else? Roberts is one tough SOB.
A couple of weeks ago I didn't think we had a chance to repeat. Now? It's very possible. I'm not afraid of anyone in the NFC. Just get by the Ravens in the AFC.
I think, more than ever, the team is acting more like a team, not relying on just a few individuals (see Gronk). All three phases are contributing equally. Who knew that special teams were so important? Well, Belichick knows. Anyone else?
If we win the SB this year, I think it would be the greatest coaching job of all time.
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Post by jimed14 on Dec 22, 2019 13:11:41 GMT -5
The Pats went into playoff mode for that game since they had to get that 1st round bye. If they can get past the Ravens, they'll win another.
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Post by umassgrad2005 on Dec 22, 2019 15:35:57 GMT -5
Sanu just isn't an impact WR. He can't easily just get open all the time, so it takes time to get on the same page given the way Brady operates. You need a lot of trust in a guy to throw it to him if he's not really open.
Sanu- 23 receptions 172 yards 1 TD 7.5 YPC
Sanders- 33 receptions 477 yards 3 TD 14.5 YPC
We just traded for the wrong guy, I'm sure Denver would have eaten money for a 2nd round pick. Sanu, Meyers, and Harry are all very similar. Sanders could have taken Dorsetts spot and actually stretched the field. No way most teams don't keep a safety over the top with Sanders, which makes doubling Edelman very hard. Dorsett doesn't scare anyone and they do just that.
It was a head scratcher of a trade when it was made and looks even worse now. Meyers looks better on deeper routes and Harry is the guy you want doing those short routes to get yards after the catch.
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Post by costpet on Dec 22, 2019 17:17:33 GMT -5
I know it’s early, but I wonder what everyone thinks should be a priority in the next draft? I opt for an offensive lineman. Speedy WR second.
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Post by mobaz on Dec 23, 2019 7:13:25 GMT -5
This wide receiver draft class is nutso deep. The Pat's are gonna regret not having that 2bad round pick if they are looking receiver.
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Post by rjp313jr on Dec 23, 2019 16:52:57 GMT -5
This wide receiver draft class is nutso deep. The Pat's are gonna regret not having that 2bad round pick if they are looking receiver. Don’t forget Sanu after an offseason here should be a better player. Also, keep in mind that often times when you have a deep position class they don’t go early other than the prime ones. Teams wait because they can get a guy later due to depth. Not always but you probably won’t see 10 receivers in the first two rounds. |
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Post by voiceofreason on Dec 24, 2019 8:13:43 GMT -5
Just watched an in depth look at the Pats running game vs Bills and I have to say E Roberts had a great game and was really a difference maker. My hopes are a bit higher for a Super Bowl run based on that and how they rounded into form last year. LFG!!
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Post by mobaz on Dec 24, 2019 8:28:17 GMT -5
This wide receiver draft class is nutso deep. The Pat's are gonna regret not having that 2bad round pick if they are looking receiver. Don’t forget Sanu after an offseason here should be a better player. Also, keep in mind that often times when you have a deep position class they don’t go early other than the prime ones. Teams wait because they can get a guy later due to depth. Not always but you probably won’t see 10 receivers in the first two rounds. Yeah but those teams that get a first rounder at the round 2/3 turn will be pinching themselves. |
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Post by rjp313jr on Dec 24, 2019 12:31:17 GMT -5
Don’t forget Sanu after an offseason here should be a better player. Also, keep in mind that often times when you have a deep position class they don’t go early other than the prime ones. Teams wait because they can get a guy later due to depth. Not always but you probably won’t see 10 receivers in the first two rounds. Yeah but those teams that get a first rounder at the round 2/3 turn will be pinching themselves. Probably won’t matter when we don’t have a QB. |
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Post by costpet on Dec 24, 2019 22:37:04 GMT -5
We may be getting close to the end of their Golden Years. TB and BB will be gone in the near future. Could anybody possible take their place? Greatest coach and greatest QB to ever play and they did it together for 20 years. It's pretty amazing when you think about it. And we are so lucky. Before Kraft took over, we would have a decent year, then several crappy ones. Some years 8-8 looked pretty good. Bill Parcells did some good things taking them to a SB once. Then Pete Carroll killed some potentially good teams. Then came BB and TB and a hell of a run.
So, I am thankful for the past 20 years. It's something you can tell your grandchildren about. "Kids, you should have seen 'em at the start of the century."
Anyway, I hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and you get everything you want. Like another championship. Not to be greedy or anything.
Good Night
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Post by voiceofreason on Dec 25, 2019 8:45:08 GMT -5
We may be getting close to the end of their Golden Years. TB and BB will be gone in the near future. Could anybody possible take their place? Greatest coach and greatest QB to ever play and they did it together for 20 years. It's pretty amazing when you think about it. And we are so lucky. Before Kraft took over, we would have a decent year, then several crappy ones. Some years 8-8 looked pretty good. Bill Parcells did some good things taking them to a SB once. Then Pete Carroll killed some potentially good teams. Then came BB and TB and a hell of a run. So, I am thankful for the past 20 years. It's something you can tell your grandchildren about. "Kids, you should have seen 'em at the start of the century." Anyway, I hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and you get everything you want. Like another championship. Not to be greedy or anything. Good Night As I have said before BB and Tom have each had 2 Hall of Fame careers each over the past 20 years. Yeah we have been pretty lucky to say the least!! |
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Post by jimed14 on Dec 28, 2019 18:05:26 GMT -5
Not the Pats, but Joe Burrow is playing Madden on easy mode in the first half against Oklahoma. 7 TDs and 403 passing yards in 1st half.
I have to question how the hell Oklahoma made the playoffs.
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Post by philsbosoxfan on Dec 28, 2019 20:34:07 GMT -5
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Post by costpet on Dec 28, 2019 23:01:35 GMT -5
I read that Michel is sick and questionable. I wonder if Harris will finally get a shot.
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Post by voiceofreason on Dec 29, 2019 8:15:24 GMT -5
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Post by jimed14 on Dec 29, 2019 9:50:01 GMT -5
It's just a total waste of a draft pick. 3rd round picks should be significant contributors as rookies. They aren't supposed to be injury fill-ins for your 4th running back. I don't buy what that article even says because if he was as good as Fears says, he'd be on the field. There's gotta be something else not being said, like he can't recognize blitzes or block at all. |
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Post by voiceofreason on Dec 29, 2019 10:00:31 GMT -5
Maybe we will find out today with the Sony illness.
I wouldn't say a total waste yet but sure you would like to see more out of a 3, career isn't over yet.
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Post by jimed14 on Dec 29, 2019 10:04:10 GMT -5
I realize he's not done yet, but if the Pats need great special teams players out of their 3rd and 4th RB, then don't waste a 3rd round pick on a RB that can't play special teams. At the least, they have wasted a year of control now. Another lineman or TE probably would have helped just a tad more. With the pick of Harris, I totally believed that Bolden or Burkhead would be cut since you don't invest 3rd round picks in RB that you don't even need.
Brady and Belichick are a little weird with "trust". It took them until the last few weeks to even let Harry touch the ball.
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Post by jimed14 on Dec 29, 2019 10:09:43 GMT -5
Has there ever been 3 college teams as good as LSU, Ohio State and Clemson in the same season?
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Post by voiceofreason on Dec 29, 2019 10:31:22 GMT -5
Has there ever been 3 college teams as good as LSU, Ohio State and Clemson in the same season? Not sure their has before. They are good but based on performance and schedules I think LSU is close to unstoppable right now. Can Clemson slow down Burrow? Who I find it interesting before this year wasn't even considered a 1st rd pick, now he should go #1. |
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Post by jimed14 on Dec 29, 2019 10:47:23 GMT -5
Has there ever been 3 college teams as good as LSU, Ohio State and Clemson in the same season? Not sure their has before. They are good but based on performance and schedules I think LSU is close to unstoppable right now. Can Clemson slow down Burrow? Who I find it interesting before this year wasn't even considered a 1st rd pick, now he should go #1. I just saw a graphic that said that OSU and Clemson had 5 of the top 9 Heisman candidates on their teams. |
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Post by dirtywater43 on Dec 29, 2019 13:49:55 GMT -5
I see this team is off to another hot start.
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Post by jimed14 on Dec 29, 2019 14:14:09 GMT -5
Wow, Dorsett finally did something good. Now if only Sanu can do anything.
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Post by wcp3 on Dec 29, 2019 14:42:54 GMT -5
McDaniels is so so bad.
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Post by voiceofreason on Dec 29, 2019 14:55:58 GMT -5
I realize he's not done yet, but if the Pats need great special teams players out of their 3rd and 4th RB, then don't waste a 3rd round pick on a RB that can't play special teams. At the least, they have wasted a year of control now. Another lineman or TE probably would have helped just a tad more. With the pick of Harris, I totally believed that Bolden or Burkhead would be cut since you don't invest 3rd round picks in RB that you don't even need. Brady and Belichick are a little weird with "trust". It took them until the last few weeks to even let Harry touch the ball. BB does things his own way and often it leaves us scratching our heads when it comes to the draft. If you want to you can create a long list of failed picks that were pretty high. Then again you could come up with an impressive list of guys he picked up off the scrap heap also. Of course we can question things but I am happy with the results. |
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