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SVN · 10-12-2009, 11:35 AM

New England Patriots Blog - Snaps played by offensive skill position players - ESPN Boston

very valid points

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This was a game where the Patriots lack of a third receiving threat hurt in three-wide sets. Sam Aiken played 34 snaps, didn't have a catch, and wasn't targeted once. He was often matched against cornerback Champ Bailey. Joey Galloway has been inactive the last two weeks, and based on the results from third receivers in that time, Galloway should have a chance to fill that No. 3 void again, starting Sunday against the Titans. ... Another disappointment for the Patriots was that Randy Moss played 54 snaps and was targeted with just three throws. They'll probably look back and determine they could have worked harder to get him the ball, even while the Broncos were consistently rolling safety help over the top of him. Creative alterations, like motioning him out of the backfield as they did on the opening drive of the second half, could have been used more. ... Laurence Maroney had his playtime dramatically reduced, a reflection of his recent struggles. It seems fair to suggest that the coaching staff doesn't have full confidence in him at this point. Maroney was also taken off kickoff returns. ... BenJarvus Green-Ellis was active to help fill the void by Fred Taylor's injury, but didn't play an offensive snap, only on special teams.

mfaith · 10-12-2009, 01:56 PM

I don't know what the plan with Galloway is. Bench him and hope he gets better?

jbb9s · 10-12-2009, 04:28 PM

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I don't know what the plan with Galloway is. Bench him and hope he gets better?

I actually had the same question about LoMo. 9 snaps? Wow.

The Dynasty · 10-12-2009, 05:15 PM

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I don't know what the plan with Galloway is. Bench him and hope he gets better?

On WEEI today BB said that Aiken was the 4th receiver when asked about Galloway being inactive, it seems like he wants some versatility from his 4th receiver such as being able to play on special teams like Aiken can. That is why he has been active over Galloway. I look for this trend to continue...

Patsgofor4 · 10-12-2009, 05:19 PM

Aiken is completely useless as a receiver. I can't figure out why Edelman played only 13 snaps, other than the fact that his skill set overlaps so closely with Welker's. Let's hope that either Galloway finally begins to "get it" or that Tate is the real deal. I can't remember the last go-route that went for a long completion.

***ctpatsfan77*** · 10-12-2009, 05:27 PM

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Aiken is completely useless as a receiver. I can't figure out why Edelman played only 13 snaps, other than the fact that his skill set overlaps so closely with Welker's. Let's hope that either Galloway finally begins to "get it" or that Tate is the real deal. I can't remember the last go-route that went for a long completion.

He's a rookie, and is still learning. They didn't want to throw him in the deep end against the JEST, but circumstances dictated they do so.

***weswelker#83*** · 10-12-2009, 05:32 PM

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Laurence Maroney had his playtime dramatically reduced, a reflection of his recent struggles. It seems fair to suggest that the coaching staff doesn't have full confidence in him at this point.

He didn't play the whole 4th quarter! I wonder what's gonna be his status after the Broncos game??

***convertedpatsfan*** · 10-12-2009, 05:39 PM

I thought Maroney did well with the limited number of carries he had. He picked up a tough first down on 3rd and 1 when everyone knew we were going to run for it. Morris played pretty good, but I'd like to see Lawfirm get some carries too now that Taylor is out.

The hatred for Galloway seems to have dropped after watching Aiken take his spot. Aiken's a valuable STer, but he shouldn't be taking snaps as a WR.

Patsgofor4 · 10-12-2009, 05:44 PM

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He's a rookie, and is still learning. They didn't want to throw him in the deep end against the JEST, but circumstances dictated they do so.

Yes, he is learning but he still makes plays, which is more than I can say for Aiken. As for Tate, it is a long shot that he will become our 3rd receiver, given that so few rookie receivers make an impact, even with a full training camp.

SVN · 10-12-2009, 06:03 PM

both galloway and maroney's snaps being reduced/eliminated are hard to figure out.