PATSNUTme

He probably got it done in 2 weeks.

So, far no one seems to agree with me theat the #1 Key to the game is protecting Brady.

Dad 818

The #1 key in my estimation is to not let Denver get a lead early. Keep the fans out of the game as much as possible.

JoeSixPat

Defense - stop the run, especially on first down.

2nd and 5 to short will create situations that will kill us in the long run.

On offense - Mistake free football... our run need only keep the Broncos D honest - short, ball control passes and the absence of turnovers should provide us with all the offense we need if the D takes care of the run.

No disrespect to Plummer, who is a serviceable QB, but if this comes down to a QB vs. QB battle, we will win.

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dryheat44

Unfortunately, it never does.

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PatsRI

You guys are kidding me right, the #1 key to this game is to score more points then they do

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PATSNUTme

I didn't think of that one.

Kindly disregard this thread.

hwc

Yep. I agree completely with this. Especially as it applies to Denver -- a team the Pats really haven't matched up well against. My sense is that the Broncos are one team that Belichick/Adams have never really figured out and I'm sure Belichick would like to change that.

With Indy, I think the assignment was probably more focused on how Indy has adjusted this year to teams using the Pats "gameplan" and what different vulnerabilities those adjustments may have exposed. For example, San Diego was successful pressuring Manning -- something that had not worked for the Pats in the past. I'm guessing that Belichick/Adams would like to understand the weaknesses San Diego exploited (San Diego appeared to take advantage of Indy's blocking schemes).

devour

On defense, I think the #1 goal should be to shut down Rod Smith. Have Samuel play him tight with over the top coverage from Wilson or Hawkins. The next priority should be to contain the run with our front 7. I think that to completely shut down their running game, we would need to commit the strong safety up front, which would expose our secondary to play action passes. If we can just contain the run and make them play a lot of third-and-4+, the defense will be in good shape.

On offense, I think the priority should be to establish a solid running game. It seems most people here are underestimating their pass defense. With Champ Bailey back to full health, it will be much more difficult to pass on them in their house. I also think that screens can play a big part in this game. If their defense becomes over zealous and aggressive, we can burn them with well-executed screens to Faulk and Pass

fgssand

I will agree with you, as important as it is that we stop the Bronco running game, giving Brady time allows us to overcome any defensive breakdowns. As long as Brady is allowed the time to execute the game plan, we will be able to score as much as we need to in order to overcome adversity. If Brady is harrassed, then baaad things could happen. You may very well be right, give Tom Brady the protection and he will pick the Broncos apart.

Brownfan80

Beat me to it. Curses!!