Patriots Win, But Jets and Jags Don't

Five years from now, I’m only going to think about what could have been.  At 11-5, the Patriots have failed to qualify for the post-season for the first time since 2002.
To be honest, I don’t want to talk about it.  I don’t want to write about it.  The fact is, any team that is 11-5 [...]

Report: Crazy Weather in Buffalo

When the Patriots take the field against the Buffalo Bills today, the weather looks to be a huge factor.  Huge factor.
ESPN is reporting that wind gusts at Ralph Wilson stadium have reached 60 MPH, and look to be at around 40 MPH at kickoff.  The wind has gotten to the point that the goal posts [...]

Week 17 Preview: Patriots at Bills

Well, it’s do or die time.  If the Patriots lose on Sunday, they will be eliminated from playoff contention.  A win keeps them alive and in a need of a little help to make the playoffs.
In their first meting, the Patriots soundly defeated the Bills 20-10.  And although the score didn’t really suggest it, the [...]

Week 16 Snapshot: Pats Trounce Cards

Another week, another blowout.  At this point in the season, I don’t think any team wants to play the Patriots.  The offense you knew and loved from 2007 is back, although the philosophy is different.
Game Notes

The Cardinal’s effort was pathetic.  It was unprofessional, lackluster… just rediculous.  They are a playoff team, and need to start [...]

Week 15 Preview: Patriots vs. Cardinals

After the Baltimore Ravens defeated the Dallas Cowboys last night, the playoff picture got a lot thicker for the Patriots.  Now, the Patriots need either the Jets or Dolphins to lose today, or the Ravens to lose to the Jaguars next week.
However, the bottom line is, the Patriots must win to stay alive (except in [...]

Week 15 Snapshot: Patriots Trounce Raiders 49-26

Note: Sorry for releasing this article really late, I’ll be on the ball next week.
The Patriots jumped out quickly against the Raiders and never let their foot off the gas pedal.  About 10 minutes into the game, I realized that the Raiders weren’t going to stand a chance, as they really just came out flat. [...]

Week 15 Preview: Patriots at Raiders

Just win, Baby.
With only three weeks left in the NFL regular season, the Patriots will stay on the west coast with their playoff hopes on the line.  And while the Raiders would initially look like an easy win, they have shown flashes this season (look at defeats of Jets and Broncos for proof), and will [...]

Week 14 Stock Report

Stock Up:
Mike Vrabel – Tied for the team lead in tackles, generating a consistent pass rush throughout the game.  Has been playing much more consistently since Adalius Thomas went down with injury.
Wes Welker – 12 receptions for 134 yards.  Several key first downs on the last drive.  Wes Welker has really proven that while pure [...]

Week 14 Snapshot: Hanging On

Never say never.
Heading into today’s game against Seattle, I was fully expecting a blowout victory.  But things never work out like you think they will.  Down by eight in the fourth quarter, Matt Cassel led the Patriots on two scoring drives, taking the lead on a Sammy Morris one yard touchdown run on fourth and [...]

Week 12 Snapshot: The Offense is Back

Wow, the offense is really back, and the last two weeks have proved that.  Yesterday’s game enormously important in terms of the playoff picture, and the Patriots were able to pull trough despite not capitalizing on early opportunities to take control of the game.
Game Notes

Matt Cassel, wow.  At the end of the preseason I was [...]