I think the AFC East division becomes MUCH tougher with other 3 teams FA pickups - Page 14 - New England Patriots Forums

***TruthSeeker*** · 03-07-2008, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by mangenious

But their talent level for this season will be way better then last years team, how is that regressing?

Sorry I'm so slow to respond.

Yes, you're right that their talent level will be better next year. But their talent level next year is not a particular threat to the Patriots, IMO, and their signings will, in the long term, make it more difficult to become a true threat in the AFC East.

As I said in my original response, I take the long term view.

Rossmci90 · 03-07-2008, 12:21 PM

It's tougher but not by alot, i don't really see much competition for the divisional title.

***NEPatriot*** · 03-07-2008, 12:33 PM

08 is going to be a tough season for Pats to compete because NFL teams will be healthy and improved. Pats needs to play O and D equally well.

????? · 03-07-2008, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by TruthSeeker

Sorry I'm so slow to respond.

Yes, you're right that their talent level will be better next year. But their talent level next year is not a particular threat to the Patriots, IMO, and their signings will, in the long term, make it more difficult to become a true threat in the AFC East.

As I said in my original response, I take the long term view.

You are aware that despite our big spendng spree we are still very comfortable cap wise. Especially after we cut D-slob.

Dino 6 Rings · 03-07-2008, 04:52 PM

I think the toughest part of next year for the Pats, is the 5 trips to the West Coast...The Dolphins are about 3 years away from being truly competetive, the Jets are about 2 years and a Solid QB away (especially if they do somehow get Dmac). The Bills are always just on the edge of being good but find a way to blow games. No idea why that team is so cursed...

I think the Pats, (As an objective fan) will be fine in the AFC East, will win the East again and lock up a Playoff Spot by playing smart solid football.

Couple years from now, that could change. But they'll be fine (which as an "objective fan" I hate because that means they'll probably give us a tough game in a spot we need a win).

ohiopatsfan · 03-09-2008, 04:43 PM

I think the Bills will be tougher this year and should finish a relatively close second to the Pats. I think it is possible that the Pats will not run the table in the AFC East and will lose at least one game, most probably at Buffalo. I look for the Pats to go 14-2 or 13-3 in 2008. The Jets have made a lot of moves, some good and some questionable. I think that they are at least somewhat making moves out of a panic and/or frustration. The NY fans are pretty upset after a dismal 2007 and one more season like that might spell the end for Mangini and/or the GM. Changing around the team as much as they did can easily backfire if all the new parts don't mesh well.

***DaBruinz*** · 03-09-2008, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Dino 5 Rings

I think the toughest part of next year for the Pats, is the 5 trips to the West Coast...The Dolphins are about 3 years away from being truly competetive, the Jets are about 2 years and a Solid QB away (especially if they do somehow get Dmac). The Bills are always just on the edge of being good but find a way to blow games. No idea why that team is so cursed...

I think the Pats, (As an objective fan) will be fine in the AFC East, will win the East again and lock up a Playoff Spot by playing smart solid football.

Couple years from now, that could change. But they'll be fine (which as an "objective fan" I hate because that means they'll probably give us a tough game in a spot we need a win).

Its only 4 trips to the West coast. Oak, SD, San Fran, and Seattle.

Personally, I hope they switch it up so no team has to do that in a given year. Its going to be interesting to see if they keep the same rotation beyond 2009 or if they mix it up a bit so that there is less traveling in a given year. In other words, the AFC East wouldn't play the AFC West and the NFC West in the same year, as is the case this year.