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SVN · 08-19-2008, 02:32 PM

http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...he-patriots-2/

***ctpatsfan77*** · 08-19-2008, 02:35 PM

The biggest problem with these arguments is that they always seem to assume that everyone else's upgrades will be just that, while the Pats are treading water or sliding backwards. . . .

Disco Volante · 08-19-2008, 02:42 PM

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Take Eddie George, or Marshall Faulk- players at the top of their game who suddenly hit the brakes the following year. It happens and it is inevitable. The Patriots hope that this type of future is still far away in the distance, but we all know it is creeping up as we speak

Running backs usually suffer sudden declines? No way.

This relates to the Patriots organization as a whole? Thank you for your insight Mr. Bowen.

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The rest of the AFC watched film all off-season on the Patriots. This is what teams do to fill up the hours of meeting time in March, April, and May. They watch the best and figure out ways to beat the best.

And we all know Belichick spends his off-seasons completely separated from football and won't be adjusting at all. Another good point Mr. Bowen!

ScottieC · 08-19-2008, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by SVN

http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...he-patriots-2/

Pure comedy.

***patsfaninpittsburgh*** · 08-19-2008, 02:47 PM

Maybe I missed something:

Is this another "Spygate" thing? Did everyone else get to watch the Super Bowl tape EXCEPT Bill Belichick?

Can BB only determine stuff through "illegal" tapes and not through the coaches tape?

Did everyone else upgrade their pass rush to NY Giant level talent?

Did Maroney rush for 100 plus yards several times later in the year/playoffs or were those sprints around the "doghouse"?

Is our defense "old" in dog or human years?

Is the pre-season now the new regular season?

How can I get a job making money writing truly stupid columns?

***fgssand*** · 08-19-2008, 02:54 PM

Were doomed......

If we lose one game, then this guy is right....

"Although I still believe New England to be the class of the East, look for them to be challenged by the other teams in the division, who are suddenly gaining ground on the big dog"

"However, they better be on alert- the rest of the league is starting to gain ground."

I am afraid ................................that this guy is an idiot.

fourthandmiles · 08-19-2008, 02:54 PM

"Tom Brady has yet to take a snap in the preseason, which might not be alarming to the fans of the Pats, but his absence has affected this ball club. They looked atrocious in their first two games. Randy Moss just signed a fat new contract and bought a racing team, obviously planning for the future. "

Soooo... nobody here is worried? Then it is obviously Randy Moss making all the Chicken Little posts. Let's welcome him to the board.

bradmahn · 08-19-2008, 02:55 PM

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The biggest problem with these arguments is that they always seem to assume that everyone else's upgrades will be just that, while the Pats are treading water or sliding backwards. . . .

'Twas a crap article, in my humble opinion.

Do people stop questioning Moss's motivation - for the Patriots - after this year? The next? The purchase of a racing company seems rather specious as the basis for this questioning, too. Did his juice franchises affect his production or play last year? Gimme a break.

Maroney must have a 125-yard-long leash from that doghouse.

Beyond the rehashed, bogus "very old" defense argument, why point to two RBs - the most physically punishing position on the field and the position with the shortest shelf life - to portend the certain and "inevitable" demise of Rodney and Tedy?

Grizzafted · 08-19-2008, 03:07 PM

It's funny to me how offended some of you get when someone writes an article like this. It's a completely legitimate perspective.

Grizzafted · 08-19-2008, 03:09 PM

but i will say, though, that this is perfect for the Pats. Actually it made me feel better.

It seems like every year when you wonder how they're going to get themselves together emotionally, people start writing about how they're done for or cheaters or blah blah blah and it only motivates the team. So, thanks!