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[pats1]

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August 26, 2006
Welcome to Gillette

FOXBOROUGH -- Welcome to Gillette Stadium, where the Patriots host the Redskins at 8 p.m. ET.

A few things to watch for:

Playing time for starters
With Bill Belichick saying the Patriots were preparing for this week as if it was the regular season, look for the starters to possibly play into the third quarter. Having the starters go into the locker room at halftime, then return to the field at the start of the third quarter after adjustments are made, is something Belichick has done in the past in the preseason.

Harrison's potential return
Earlier in the week, safety Rodney Harrison said his goal was to string 3-4 practices together. He did, putting himself in position to potentially suit up tonight for the first time since tearing three ligaments in his knee on Sept. 25, 2005. Also keep an eye out for center Dan Koppen, who also practiced throughout the week and hasn't played since Nov. 13, 2005.

Gostkowski from long range
Rookie Stephen Gostkowski is 4-of-4 on field goal attempts this preseason, hitting from 37, 37, 34 and 33 yards. He's due to be tested from longer range.

Seau's role
Linebacker Junior Seau practiced throughout the week and could start at middle linebacker next to Mike Vrabel. Look for the Patriots to use him on early downs, subbing for him on obvious passing situations.

Quarterback Tom Brady is on the cover of the GameDay program being sold tonight. The referee for the game is Jeff Triplette.

More to come throughout the night.

Posted By: mreiss | Time: 04:24:20 PM

[pats1]

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August 26, 2006
TE summit

Former Patriots tight end Christian Fauria is on the field, catching up with a few of his old teammates -- Daniel Graham, Benjamin Watson, Mike Vrabel and Kevin Faulk. Fred Baxter, who is coaching with the Patriots as part of the league's minority coaching program, is also in the group.

For more on Fauria, here is a Boston Globe story (http://www.boston.com/sports/football/patriots/articles/2006/08/26/for_fauria_it_was_difficult_to_let_go/)that offers some of his thoughts on how hard it was to leave New England.

Posted By: mreiss | Time: 05:58:06 PM


August 26, 2006
Seau in sight

The early signs are that inside linebacker Junior Seau will play tonight, as he has taken the field to loosen up in his game pants.

Posted By: mreiss | Time: 06:22:09 PM

[Crowpointer]

Geez you got beaten to the punch last week starting the "OFFICIAL" game thread. Good to see you back at the number 1 post.:)

[pats1]

Heh, it's a good feeling to start something "official..."

http://www.bostonherald.com/blogs/patriots/?p=175

August 26th, 2006
Missing Redskins (http://www.bostonherald.com/blogs/patriots/?p=175)
Posted by Albert Breer at 6:27 pm

Here’s the list of players not expected to play for Washington tonight:
CB Shawn Springs, RB Clinton Portis, LB Kevin Simon, LB Robert McCune, OL Jim Molinaro, TE Robert Johnson, DE Phillip Daniels, DT Cornelius Griffin.

Left off the list is newly-acquired tailback T.J. Duckett, who joined the team just three days ago and practiced for the first time in a Redskin uniform on Thursday.

August 26th, 2006
Scouts’ honor
Posted by Albert Breer at 6:22 pm

With the first cutdown just three days away and the final one coming in just over a week, the pressbox in loaded with scouts. The Bills, Panthers, Lions, Cowboys, Packers, Chiefs, Colts, Dolphins, Vikings, Saints, Jets, Raiders and Eagles are repped here. In all there are 14 credentialed officials from 13 teams (Carolina brought two.) Also up is former Redskins and Texans exec Charley Casserly, now a network analyst for CBS.

August 26th, 2006
Points of emphasis
Posted by Albert Breer at 6:13 pm

Three things that are on the front-burner tonight:

1. Personnel combinations at linebacker:The starters through camp have fluctuated, so expect a lot more experimenting, especially with Junior Seau in the mix. Mike Vrabel, of course, is the key swing player here. If Tully Banta-Cain performs, he’s inside with, presumably, Seau. The big thing with Banta-Cain is how well he sets the edge and holds up physically against the Redskins line. If somehow the fourth-year pro regresses, look for Vrabel back outside and, perhaps, Barry Gardner inside as a stopgap until Tedy Bruschi returns.

2. Wide receiver: No kidding? This is pretty cut and dried. The Patriots, with the Deion Branch situation what it is, are hurting out wide. And Washington’s a team that can really get after the quarterback. So getting open quickly is key against Redskin coordinator Gregg Williams’ pressure packages. Let’s see if Bam Childress, Reche Caldwell, Troy Brown, et al can make it happen.

3. Injured players: With the exception of Patrick Pass, Marquise Hill and Chad Brown, the whole Patriots’ training-room crew seemed to make big progress this week. And this being the “big” one of preseason games, it’ll be interesting to see if and how much guys like Dan Koppen, Nick Kaczur, Rodney Harrison and Jarvis Green play. It also could say a lot about those guys’ readiness to start the season in 15 days.

August 26th, 2006
Early on
Posted by Albert Breer at 5:56 pm

The gates have yet to open here at Gillette Stadium, where it’s overcast and a brisk 68 degrees out.

WR Rich Musinski, LB Mike Vrabel, RB Kevin Faulk and TEs Daniel Graham and Ben Watson were among the first Patriots on the field. A few minutes ago, Graham and Watson walked over to greet homecoming TE Christian Fauria, now of the Redskins. Vrabel and Faulk are over there now too.

[Crowpointer]

Heh, it's a good feeling to start something "official..."

http://www.bostonherald.com/blogs/patriots/?p=175
I'm just so sick of trade talk , Branch ,Donnie Edwards ect....I just to watch (and talk ) about an actual football game.

[PATSNUTme]

Chris just reported that there has been no sign of #37 out on the field yet, but he's keeping his eye out.

[primetime]

Jeff Tripplette is today's ref? I wonder if it's too late to call my bookie and put 100 down on the Skins.

[pats1]

WBCN reports Rodney is starting tonight at safety!

[Kdo5]

Please dont get hurt Rodney. Please dont get hurt Rodney. Please dont get hurt Rodney. Please dont get hurt Rodney. Please dont get hurt Rodney. Please dont get hurt Rodney. Please dont get hurt Rodney. Please dont get hurt Rodney. Please dont get hurt Rodney. Please dont get hurt Rodney. Please dont get hurt Rodney. Please dont get hurt Rodney. Please dont get hurt Rodney. Please dont get hurt Rodney. Please dont get hurt Rodney. Please dont get hurt Rodney.

Ok lets say some prayers.

"Our father who are in heaven...amen..." Ok w/e. Please keep the Patriots starters healthy. Thats all I ask for, I'd rather have a healthy group of starters and lose 50-0.

Ok with my panic spoken out, GO RODNEY HARRISON. :rocker:

[pats1]

August 26, 2006
Harrison's return

Safety Rodney Harrison has taken the field in his uniform for warmups. Harrison hasn't played since tearing three ligaments in his knee on Sept. 25, 2005.

Last week, linebacker Junior Seau dressed but didn't play, but we've been told that Harrison should see action tonight.

REDSKINS NOT EXPECTED TO PLAY: Cornerback Shawn Springs, running back Clinton Portis, linebacker Kevin Simon, linebacker Robert McCune, offensive lineman Jim Molinaro, tight end Robert Johnson, defensive lineman Phillip Daniels and defensive tackle Corneliu Griffin are not expected to play for the Redskins tonight. The Patriots haven't released information on players who aren't expected to play.

SCOUTS IN THE HOUSE: Once again, several teams have been issued credentials for scouts to watch tonight's game. The Bills, Panthers, Lions, Cowboys, Packers, Chiefs, Colts, Dolphins, Vikings, Saints, Jets, Raiders and Eagles are the teams with scouts in attendance. Many of those scouts made the trek to New England after taking in Friday night's Jets-Giants game.

Posted By: mreiss | Time: 07:05:31 PM

Can't wait to hear the ROUSING ovation when Rodney comes out there.

[BradyisGod]

In a dome, in the "other game" tonight, Vinitraitor's kickoff landed at the 5.

[DefenseRules]

In a dome, in the "other game" tonight, Vinitraitor's kickoff landed at the 5.

Who cares? Rodney is back on the field in uniform man :D...that's way more important than what the "Vinatraitor" does.:singing:

[PATSNUTme]

Chris just reported that Rodney is on the field and fully dressed.

I may check on him from time to time jsut to see how he's playing.:cool:

[Patriot Missile]

I'm dying to see if Watson lines up at WR tonight. I know I'm beating a dead horse but I think he is going to be very similiar to Shannon Sharpe. Fast,physical,as smart as they come.

[Kdo5]

Theres a bastard Redskins fan at this other forum who claims Watson isnt in Cooley's league at all. I hope Big Ben shows the Redskins how good he is.

[BradyisGod]

Who cares? Rodney is back on the field in uniform man :D...that's way more important than what the "Vinatraitor" does.:singing:

Oh, I know, I just live in NY and it's what I'm getting tonight...

[Ceresco]

I'm dying to see if Watson lines up at WR tonight. I know I'm beating a dead horse but I think he is going to be very similiar to Shannon Sharpe. Fast,physical,as smart as they come.

Watson will have an AMAZING year, I expect to see him in the Pro Bowl!

[Patriots4Ever]

Wooohoooo..Rodney is playing.That's great to hear.ALSO.Pats1,glad ya got to start the thread tonight.Heh.HEY..Is this game nationally televised tonight?I WOULD LOVE to see our boys playing a full half.Go Pats..

[pats1]

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August 26, 2006
Seymour & Koppen

DL Richard Seymour and C Dan Koppen are also dressed for tonight's game, and are expected to play for the first time this exhibition season.

Posted By: mreiss | Time: 07:26:09 PM

[pats1]

Wooohoooo..Rodney is playing.That's great to hear.ALSO.Pats1,glad ya got to start the thread tonight.Heh.HEY..Is this game nationally televised tonight?I WOULD LOVE to see our boys playing a full half.Go Pats..

Nope, just local ABC Boston WCVB.

http://www.thebostonchannel.com/index.html

[Christopher_Price]

Here's a list of who is NOT on the field as the Patriots go through their pregame warmups...

http://www.patsfans.com/price/blog/?q=node/400

Thanks,
Chris

[Mike the Brit]

Chris just reported that Rodney is on the field and fully dressed.

I may check on him from time to time jsut to see how he's playing.:cool:

I wonder if you'd mind letting us know your feelings about this, NUT? Do you think it might be good for the team?

[pats1]

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August 26, 2006
Not dressed

Based on pre-game warmups, the following Patriots aren't dressed for tonight's game:

WR Chad Jackson
S Guss Scott
FB/RB Patrick Pass
S Ray Ventrone
ILB Freddie Roach
ILB Tedy Bruschi
DL Le Kevin Smith
NT Vince Wilfork
OT Nick Kaczur
TE David Thomas
DL Dan Klecko
DE Marquise Hill
DL Jarvis Green
OLB Chad Brown

Posted By: mreiss | Time: 07:33:42 PM

[pats1]

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August 26, 2006

Harrison ready to go

FOXBORO - Rodney Harrison is on the field and IN UNIFORM for the Patriots. As they stretch, the captains out front are Larry Izzo, Harrison, Troy Brown and Tom Brady.

Posted by at 7:24 PM

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August 26th, 2006
Koppen too … (http://www.bostonherald.com/blogs/patriots/?p=178)
Posted by Albert Breer at 7:26 pm

C Dan Koppen, too, is dressed for tonight’s game.


August 26th, 2006
Captain Rodney (http://www.bostonherald.com/blogs/patriots/?p=177)
Posted by Albert Breer at 7:24 pm

It appears that Rodney Harrison is acting as the team’s defensive captain for tonight’s game. He’s leading stretching, along with offensive captains Troy Brown and Tom Brady and special teams captain Larry Izzo.


August 26th, 2006
Harrison dressed (http://www.bostonherald.com/blogs/patriots/?p=176)
Posted by Albert Breer at 7:21 pm

Patriots S Rodney Harrison is indeed in uniform and going through agility drills with the rest of the secondary. Should he play, this would be a major, major step in coming back from the reconstructive surgery he underwent on his left knee after tearing his ACL, PCL and MCL in Pittsburgh last September.

[scott99]

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What's wrong with Vince Wilfork and Daid Thomas ??

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August 26, 2006
Pre-game thoughts

A few observations from pre-game warmups:

* Rodney Harrison at safety. He was lined up with the first unit, alongside Eugene Wilson. Ellis Hobbs and Asante Samuel were the corners.

* Dan Koppen at center. He was lined up with the first unit, so it looks like he'll start.

* Junior Seau in the middle. He was lined up at inside linebacker, next to Mike Vrabel. The outside linebackers were Tully Banta-Cain and Rosevelt Colvin.

* Ryan O'Callaghan at right tackle. The rookie was lined up with the first-team line, and looks like he'll make his second straight start.

* Johnathan Sullivan at nose. With Vince Wilfork not dressed for warmups, Sullivan should get a lot of reps tonight.

Posted By: mreiss | Time: 07:46:10 PM

[DefenseRules]

What's wrong with Vince Wilfork and Daid Thomas ??

I doubt highly that there is anything wrong with Vince. He practiced all week. He's ready for the season, IMO. How many reps does he need?

Sullivan is starting at nose tonight by the way. Now he needs the reps. That should be interesting to watch.

[PlattsFan]

Rodney Harrison at safety. He was lined up with the first unit, alongside Eugene Wilson. Ellis Hobbs and Asante Samuel were the corners.
I feel all cozy and warm just reading that secondary lineup.

[Patriots4Ever]

all of a sudden I am feeling quite a bit more confident about our defensive unit hearing that Seau and Harrison are playing tonight..

[patsox23]

A HUGE opportunity for Sullivan. A rest for Wilfork.

[DefenseRules]

A HUGE opportunity for Sullivan. A rest for Wilfork.

I just saw Vince on the sidelines.

[pats1]

Reiss reports Rodney starting (crowed erupted) and Wilfork is also starting, emerging after warmups.

[DefenseRules]

That Maroney is lightning in a bottle.:D

[pats-blue]

I'm listening on Sirius...so any comments I make are only what the announcers mention...sounds like maroney had a nice run back

[PlattsFan]

I am completely without radio or television access to this game. Is there any streaming of the game anywhere?

[Remix 6]

http://www.790thescore.com/index.shtml

click the listen live banner

[richpats]

3-0, no TD, no surprise. I can't wait for the regular season where we can actually do play-action.

I know we're playing close to the vest in preseason, but is it too much to ask to get a 1st down on 1st/2nd instead of always taking it to 3rd?

[VJCPatriot]

Yeah goto the Pats official website. It's being broadcast on internet radio. I'm listening right now.

Let's see how Harrison looks in this game. It wouldn't surprise me if he was a little rusty but I bet he'll bring the intensity at least.

Pats drove down the field pretty easily but what was that with calling 2 straight runs after getting 1st and goal? That playcalling kind of baffled me.

[PlattsFan]

http://www.790thescore.com/index.shtml

click the listen live banner

Thanks!

I will name my next child "Remix."

[MoLewisrocks]

Nobody posting highlights for you guys...

Brief recap nice drive aided by a PI call stalls in the red zone and Gotti FG is good, He just KO to the 8....runback to the 29.

Rodney is on the field.

[MoLewisrocks]

Nice coverage by Sante on a 2nd and 4 bomb. Followed by a 3 down 14 yd completion against Sanders.

Brunell almost sacked, chased out of the pocket and threw INC. 3rd and 7 bomb Sante let his receiver dive back for it but he missed.

Punt for touchback.

[Bella*chick]

Dillon shaken up?

Good grief.
eta: Yeah, Maroney!

[MoLewisrocks]

WOW Brady to Dillon in the teeth of a blitz Brady threads a lazer to Dillon for 40.

Brady to Brown for 36 to the 10. 1st and Goal Tommy got a B up his ASS!!!

Maroney TD!!!

[sarge]

It's like every time I hear handoff Maroney, you almost know what is coming next :)

[MoLewisrocks]

I hope they are showing this game where ever Deion is hangin' tonight.

[SVN]

maybe speaking too soon..but i think we need more work on defense than offense which is ironical considering all the WR discussions.

[Remix 6]

Maroney's first TD of the preseason! woooo

[Christopher_Price]

Here are some early notes...

http://www.patsfans.com/price/blog/?q=node/402

Thanks,
Chris

[sarge]

Could you imagine if we didn't sign Brown.

What is up with Caldwell.

I keeo hoping to hear his name called on a reception.

[richpats]

I think Deion is about to break out his white flag :)

[PatsFanInVa]

Gotta love the division of labor on that last drive... Corey has turf in his eyes, that's okay, 39 bulls through for the TD

[VJCPatriot]

Wow! Say hello to the Pats new big play offense. :) Maroney made that TD run look easy. Man talk about a tantalizing preview! Pats are looking to run up the score on the Skins early. Hehe. Good times!

[PlattsFan]

These aren't the greatest teams the Pats are playing, and it is preseason, but ... whew. Nobody has come very close to slowing this first team offense down very much. Gostkowski hasn't even gotten a chance to show off his leg.

Gil/Gino is my favorite local sports broadcasting team.

[MoLewisrocks]

It's 10 zip so the D is doin' ok. Seau looks like a posessed demon. The intensity alone is a big improvement from this time last season.

[VJCPatriot]

I'll have to disagree there about the teams the Pats faced sucking.

The announcers got it wrong. The Skins were 10-6 and DID make the playoffs. In fact they got about as deep as the Pats did last season.

Also the Cards are fielding what can easily be a top 10 offense this year with their receivers + Edge.

It's just you couldn't tell because the Pats shut em down so bad.

I don't think this game will go easily for the Skins either starting out of the hole 10-0 already.

[Patriots4Ever]

woot!! Go Maroney!!!

[Remix 6]

agree...if Skins had Portis right now..it would be closer

Portis-Moss-Cooley from last year adding Lloyd and Randel El..a healthy OL with top 3 potential

a great D..lost LaVar but added Carter as a pass rush DE, Archuleta at SS and missing Springs today.

they are a very good team in my opinion

[Remix 6]

congrats Junior..you taunted the Redskins and cost us 15 yards

[MoLewisrocks]

Deion is stuck listening to this ode to Brady and watching clips of Brady sharing the love heatbutt style with Maroney.

Taunting on Junior but that's OK we're attitude building in the pre season.

[Remix 6]

Question:

How has Rodney looked?
Whos impressed on D and whos done okay-bad?

[PatsFanInVa]

These aren't the greatest teams the Pats are playing, and it is preseason, but ... whew. Nobody has come very close to slowing this first team offense down very much. Gostkowski hasn't even gotten a chance to show off his leg.

Gil/Gino is my favorite local sports broadcasting team.

DC local channel broadcast team sucks. One of the guys is John Riggins, who mumbles drunkenly into his mike below the noise level of the fans. On the first kickoff to the Pats, they said "Lawrence Maroney and Willie Andrews deep, their number 1 and 2 draft picks."

[Bella*chick]

I'll have to disagree there about the teams the Pats faced sucking.

The announcers got it wrong. The Skins were 10-6 and DID make the playoffs. In fact they got about as deep as the Pats did last season.

Also the Cards are fielding what can easily be a top 10 offense this year with their receivers + Edge.

It's just you couldn't tell because the Pats shut em down so bad.

I don't think this game will go easily for the Skins either starting out of the hole 10-0 already.

The Redskins did get as far as we did last year, yup. And here in the Washington area, they've been booking their trips to the Superbowl ever since.:cool:

[VJCPatriot]

I was also surprised by the taunting call. Unfortunately out here in radio land I couldn't see what happened.

Let's see if the D can hold up though.

[PlattsFan]

I'll have to disagree there about the teams the Pats faced sucking.
I didn't say they sucked (although I'm not impressed with the Cards ...).

The Redskins are OK. Not great. Just OK. To me, they're in that constellation of teams that could win 7-10 games, depending on luck and schedule. Put it this way: if this were a regular season game, I'd be very bummed if the Patriots lost at home and disappointed if they lost on the road.

[VJCPatriot]

TBC not fooled by the reverse. Nice stop. :) Could we be looking at our new starting OLB here?

Vrabel and Seau inside looking solid against the run so far.

[PatsFanInVa]

I can't claim I SAW this even on the replay... but they just claimed that last busted play, Christian Fauria missed his block, which is how it collapsed

[PatsFanInVa]

WOOO, was Seau an okay move?

[PlattsFan]

I can't claim I SAW this even on the replay... but they just claimed that last busted play, Christian Fauria missed his block, which is how it collapsed
The Manchurian tight-end ...

[MoLewisrocks]

We are getting a lot of pressure on Brunnel. D is looking solid against the run and getting better against the pass as the pressure mounts on Mark. The are playing with some intensity. Just gave up a 4th and 4 on the 36 but it was one of those coverage choices. Stuffing the run though...

Hall from the 43 BLOCKED!!!!!

[PatsFanInVa]

Was it Chad Scott on the block?

[MoLewisrocks]

WOOO, was Seau an okay move?

I guess those who said if he can stay healthy he can still play. And when he's playing with Tedy God help them....

[pats-blue]

Seems like we are completely controling the line of scrimage...always sounds like Brunell is running for his life and the run is getting stuffed. The O is having success though how much is the O-line responsible for that, how are they doing?

[PatsFanInVa]

Just like last week... somehow for a team with no receivers, the Pats are completing a lot of passes :)

[pats-blue]

Brady to Watson.....like seeing the ghost of Coates..

[Christopher_Price]

Here are some more notes:

http://www.patsfans.com/price/blog/?q=node/403

Thanks,
Chris

[MoLewisrocks]

Was it Chad Scott on the block?

Wilfork rushed and Seymour got a paw on it.

Hurry up. Just heard Reche's name but didn't see why it was incomplete. Watson incomplete. Now 1st down pass to Watson. 2 yarder to Reche, Bomb to Ben for 36 up the seam. Incomplete out of the EZ. Faulk run for 3, Injured Redskin #64 Time Out.

[MoLewisrocks]

Seems like we are completely controling the line of scrimage...always sounds like Brunell is running for his life and the run is getting stuffed. The O is having success though how much is the O-line responsible for that, how are they doing?

They are doing good. Not much for Dillon early but pass protection is good. Brady to Brown for 13 against the blitz. 1st and goal...TD Watson!! You blitz, you pay.

[shakadave]

Christmas in August.... Due to a freak of geography, I've got the game on TV here in PA! (We have a Washington station in our limited cable package.) My first look at Maroney, Gost., et al. And what a game to see!

[SCPatBoy]

Watson is going to emerge a sone of the Top 3 TE's in the league this year.....

[PlattsFan]

I'm starting to get the feeling that the Patriots are just mad as hell that they lost in Denver last year, and they're looking this year to make some people pay.

[sarge]

OK,

Lets put the offensive starters to bed.

Listening to the radio broadcast they could do this all night.

I am amazed that Brady is doing this with a tight end and a 35 year old slot receiver (damn good slot receiver, but you get the point).

[VJCPatriot]

Wide open TD pass to Watson in the endzone.

Brady poses quite a quandry for the Skins. If they don't blitz they can't get any pressure on him and he picks em apart. If they do blitz he finds the open man quick for a big play. :)

Gotta love it! Brady is so quick with his reads and getting rid of the ball it's almost counterproductive to blitz him.

And we're up 17-0. It's getting ugly. Think we'll see Cassell soon?

[richpats]

What a "jump-tackle" by the Ghost!

[HAMMERMILL]

Looks like a good college team,vs a high school team so far
Pats have dominated in every aspect!

[PatsFanInVa]

Watson is going to emerge a sone of the Top 3 TE's in the league this year.....

Looks like w/the Pats receiver situation he's perfectly positioned to be there or close

[Ceresco]

OK,

Lets put the offensive starters to bed.

Listening to the radio broadcast they could do this all night.

I am amazed that Brady is doing this with a tight end and a 35 year old slot receiver (damn good slot receiver, but you get the point).


We're not talking about just any TE, Watson is a BEAST!!

[HAMMERMILL]

I don't what troy brown is drinking but I want some.
He's playing like he did 5 years ago:D

[MoLewisrocks]

Gotti just got his first tackle and there was a holding on the return too. Now Colvin sacks Mark at the 8. 2nd and 21 they get a 3 yard gain up the middle. This is dominant on both sides of the ball, now Colvin for a tip. 4th and 17 inside their own 10.

[THEARCHIVES]

I'm starting to get the feeling that the Patriots are just mad as hell that they lost in Denver last year, and they're looking this year to make some people pay.


I doubt it. But it would be pretty nice though.

[SCPatBoy]

Rosey....He is looking like he has truly fully recovered and could have a monster year!!!

[shakadave]

Colvin = Monster!!!

[Phokus]

WTF, i live in connecticut and i have a jags/bucs game on!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :(

[Patriots4Ever]

We're not talking about just any TE, Watson is a BEAST!!

AGREED...very much so.I have high hopes for watson this year...

[SCPatBoy]

Where is Maroney????

[MoLewisrocks]

WOW. Brady is like Houdini in the pocket and he gets a lazer off. Watson held so 1st and 10. Watson again sitting in the middle. 7/88 with 4+ to go in the half - Deion. Watson is a matchup nightmare.

[F0nSY]

Yeah We win 0-17 Gostkowski the best :D :D

[THEARCHIVES]

This is the way the Pats need to come out against Denver. Just crush them!

[sarge]

Did Maroney get hurt?

They haven't had him in for a while.

Getting a little nervous!

[SoonerPatriot]

Could you imagine if we didn't sign Brown.

What is up with Caldwell.

I keeo hoping to hear his name called on a reception.


What's up with Caldwell? He's very, very average, if that. Four years in the league have proven that over and over again. If we get 400 yds out of him I'd be thrilled.

[PatsFanInVa]

Brady's numbers for the half are gaudy -- for what it's worth. Still pre-season, how do you get pressure using the vanilla D, etc. For what its worth though -- big holes for the run game, lots of time for the pass game.

The only "negative" might be that it's hard to see what would happen if they could keep Watson covered, because then we get to see whether caldwell and brown could actually keep these drives alive. I guess they're basically giving Brady time for someone to break open, and it's usually Watson thus far.

[SVN]

does anybody notice brady getting more frustrated than usual. part of it is his usual emotion ..but i think he is being a little too hard on his recievers and TE's..

[SoonerPatriot]

Running game is looking subpar. 9 carries for 24 yards between Dillon and Maroney.

[MoLewisrocks]

Faulk up the gut for 9 just short of the 1st but offside taken for replay 3rd and 4. Inc. to Faulk so Gotti is in and it is good. 20-0 with 2:20 left.

Gotti's KO's haven't been very deep although he has decent hang time.

[Drewwho]

does anybody notice getting more frustrated than usual. part of it is his usual emotion ..but i think he is being a little too hard on his recievers and TE's..

He wasn't yelling in fustration...he was in a no huddle and trying to get them to move. On two occassions he did get a bit PO's - 1 time with Brown and 1 time with Caldwell - they both missed easy routes and yeah, that would fustrate you as the QB!

Hey, the guy is pumped...

[PlattsFan]

OK, they look good, but I would like to expand on a point above ...

What happens when teams can game-plan for Watson and the running game? Can the receivers stretch the field to the sidelines?

I mean, it's hard to see anything to concern ourselves with so far, but ...

This D is going to be good, though, that I'm confident of. Injuries willing, of course.

[sarge]

does anybody notice getting more frustrated than usual. part of it is his usual emotion ..but i think he is being a little too hard on his recievers and TE's..

Notice who?

[Drewwho]

If Watson get's hurt, we are screwed!!!!!

[Bella*chick]

While it's perfectly natural to look at our (admittedly small) negatives, take heart, folks. Over at extremeskins they are ready to implode.

[sarge]

Again, what's up with Maroney. He wasn't in either of the last two drives.

Anyone notice him on the sideline? Was he injured.

[Remix 6]

While it's perfectly natural to look at our (admittedly small) negatives, take heart, folks. Over at extremeskins they are ready to implode.


guys..lock yourselves at home and keep Brady away from Redskins..they want him very badly and are crying about Brunell being bad and saying Brady is unbeliable. They are ready to kill and take Brady from us!

[sarge]

While it's perfectly natural to look at our (admittedly small) negatives, take heart, folks. Over at extremeskins they are ready to implode.

I was over there.

Feel bad for those guys. they get like 20 posts per minute on there, and they are all negative. They are dedicated. But damn, they are ready to call quits on the entire season.

[sarge]

Why is Brady still in????

[MoLewisrocks]

Vrabel sack - we are good to go. Although the are showing Beisel on the sidelines and threatening he may see action in the second half....

I guess reche can stretch the field FWIW but until he makes a catch of note nobody is gonna take it seriously. Caldwell is looking like a practice player.

[Remix 6]

because were like the Colts and like to run up the score when dominating. (sarcasm)

[VJCPatriot]

I agree despite the Pats moving up and down the field at will on the Skins, Caldwell has not been contributing to the offensive bonanza. He hasn't come up with a couple of balls coming in his direction. They weren't easy plays but a special receiver makes those plays happen.

[Bella*chick]

I was over there.

Feel bad for those guys. they get like 20 posts per minute on there, and they are all negative. They are dedicated. But damn, they are ready to call quits on the entire season.

It's truly mindblowing how the game thread for this game is over 1,000 posts over there. THey really are dedicated but they are also extremely high strung!

[MoLewisrocks]

Why is Brady still in????

Because this is week 3 and he'll likely start the second half too. Next week he just gets a 1 or 2 series cameo.

[richpats]

That's Caldwell's 2nd key drop of the preseason - training camp wonder?

[Remix 6]

can someone tell me how Patriots D players are looking?
Secondary as a group and individual?

[sarge]

Because this is week 3 and he'll likely start the second half too. Next week he just gets a 1 or 2 series cameo.

I know.

Just scares me.

Brady goes down, our season just went in the sh!tter

[richpats]

I don't know if anybody else feels the same, but Mark Brunell really stinks.

[PATSNUTme]

I wonder if you'd mind letting us know your feelings about this, NUT? Do you think it might be good for the team?

Sure is- he's the QB of the DB's.

Thinking back to that awful day in Pitts , this is a real big step fro him and the team.:rocker:

[Bella*chick]

I don't know if anybody else feels the same, but Mark Brunell really stinks.

I don't understand why they just don't just stick Campbell in there at this point. They need to start thinking about the future here and Brunell is what, 38?

[pats1]

"MReiss" stopped by in the chatroom a few minutes ago.

[pats-blue]

Is Brady getting "crushed" a bunch. Another poster just started a thread with that title but I'm not hearing that Brady is getting hit much. For those that are watching the game what gives is Brady get creamed or are people over reacting.

[Christopher_Price]

Here are some halftime notes. We'll have some stats along shortly:

http://www.patsfans.com/price/blog/?q=node/404

Thanks,
Chris

[Keegs]

HOw is Rodney playing?

I havne't heard a thing


I am watching the game via radio...

does anyone know where u can WATCH the game over the internet????

[Box_O_Rocks]

Heh Chris, just got caught up with your notes - many thanks!

[PatsFanInVa]

I guess I get all pumped about "the running game" and include screen passes, when okay, those are passes not runs.

Liked about the runningBACKS:

- Dillon's long screen catch n run,
- Maroney's easy 5 yard TD scamper n dive
- Faulk's 9 yard run through huge hole
- probably other bright spots that don't come to mind

[Murphys95]

I don't know if anybody else feels the same, but Mark Brunell really stinks.

He's sure stinking tonight. Brunell's scrambling ability has deteriorated over the past few seasons and he has yet to adapt to it. He's actually a reasonably good QB, IMO. It's just that the Skins offense isn't clicking (having difficulty learning Saunder's new offense) and the Patriots defense is teeing off on him.

[PATSNUTme]

Looking over some these post you would think that we are getting asses handed to us.

Do some of you guys ever get happy over anything? What a bunch of dip****s.

[Drewwho]

That's Caldwell's 2nd key drop of the preseason - training camp wonder?

forget Caldwell...what about the TD to Faulk...in his arms for at least 2 seconds...he should have locked in, but he let the D punch it out of his arms...not a good effort standing in the end zone!

[Box_O_Rocks]

Here are some halftime notes. We'll have some stats along shortly:

http://www.patsfans.com/price/blog/?q=node/404

Thanks,
ChrisNow which Chatroom warrior was worried that Mike Wright would make the team? He's a lock.

Thanks Chris! A breakdown on the WRs would be welcome if you can squeeze it in. :rocker:

[PATSNUTme]

Is Brady getting "crushed" a bunch. Another poster just started a thread with that title but I'm not hearing that Brady is getting hit much. For those that are watching the game what gives is Brady get creamed or are people over reacting.

Over reacting. This is football for God's sake. Yes, he got hit once when he was down.

Maybe these guys should watch ballet.

[richpats]

Looking over some these post you would think that we are getting asses handed to us.

Do some of you guys ever get happy over anything? What a bunch of dip****s.

I hate leaving points out there, and Reche's drop did just that. That's a blown opportunity I don't want to see happen when it counts.

[shmessy]

Shmessy's Halftime Review from the WUSA TV 9 (DC) TV Feed:
__________________________________________________ ___

1) Mike Patrick and John Riggins repeatedly imploring the viewers not to give up on their team.

2) Same announcing crew muttering that "We're a top 3 D last year and this game is two NE dropped passes from being 31-0 at the half"

3) Suicide watch is officially "on" for Daniel Snyder and Jason Chayut.

4) I love Mike Wright.

5) Don't let Deion Branch within 100 miles of Ben Watson because Benjamin is waaaaaayyyyyy outperforming his 6 year rookie contract.

6) Is Dillon hurt - that helmet ploough in the first quarter looked nasty and he hasn't been back since? (Sorry if this has been reported in NE, but the DC production is all Skins all the time).

7) BB is definitely hiding Mr. Maroney from the opposing staff filmmakers.

8) Quick - - What does Reche Caldwell and Roberto Duran have in common?

9) Ladies and Gentlemen: That is last year's Top-3 NFL Defense against whom the Branch/Givens-less Patriots just dropped 20 (could easily have been 31) 1st half points on.

10) How did everyone like Mankins' athleticism on that long screen pass to Dillon in the first half?

11) Hey NSPF ("We have no kicker") - - The Ghost is 6 for 6 this preseason.

12) Riggins is apoplectic that Mr. Glass of Milk Joe Gibbs definitely mouthed the word "Crap" on camera.

[Bella*chick]

Chris' halftime notes say Dillon got poked in the eye.

[PATSNUTme]

Great to see Dan Koppen out there. Seems to be doing a good job. I know some of you will think it bad to see him out there.

[pats-blue]

Over reacting. This is football for God's sake. Yes, he got hit once when he was down.

Maybe these guys should watch ballet.


Thanks listening to the game and no one mentioned Brady getting "crushed" but if you read the other post it sounds like he is taking a beating every time he releases the ball. More just curious since it sounds like our line is doing a great job and Tom definitely takes his hits, but the poster made it sound like he was picking dirt out of his helmet after every play.

[richpats]

forget Caldwell...what about the TD to Faulk...in his arms for at least 2 seconds...he should have locked in, but he let the D punch it out of his arms...not a good effort standing in the end zone!

Nah, that was a good play by the DB.

[PATSNUTme]

another three and out for the skins. This is just terrible- terrible.:mad:

[PatsFanInVa]

Shmess.. and on the first series, the guy complaining how Brunell has "had somebody in his face the entire ballgame."


Wah.

[Christopher_Price]

Halftime notes, courtesy of the Patriots' PR staff:

http://www.patsfans.com/price/blog/?q=node/405

Thanks,
Chris

[SCPatBoy]

Is Maroney OK?????????He hasn't played since the touchdown....Any info on that????

[VJCPatriot]

Watson is just eating up this Skins secondary. :)

[Bella*chick]

Kevin Faulk is awesome.

[shmessy]

Shmess.. and on the first series, the guy complaining how Brunell has "had somebody in his face the entire ballgame."


Wah.

Yeah, I heard that too, PFnV! It's almost sad.

[Drewwho]

Is Maroney OK?????????He hasn't played since the touchdown....Any info on that????

Reiss said their was a report that BB was holding him back from the scouts...whatever that is worth. He was seen running at halftime!

[SCPatBoy]

Is Maroney OK?????????He hasn't played since the touchdown....Any info on that????
Anyone????

[sarge]

Anyone????
I second that.

I'm getting worried myself!

[VJCPatriot]

Well BB sure isn't hiding Watson. So why not let Maroney get some more carries? Faulk has been carrying the load with Dillon out. He's doing well but I'd like to see Maroney out there too. Maybe once Cassell comes in? I don't think Heath Evans is making the team.

[richpats]

Great quote from the Redskins announcers:

"The New England Patriots are writing a textbook on how to beat the Redskins defense."

Another goodie:

"Even when the Redskins make a play there's something wrong with it. "

[sarge]

How bad did the PI look and do you think he would have caught it without the interference?

[Bella*chick]

I'm watching the game and I'm sorry I can't update you guys. I haven't seen Maroney either, and unfortunately the Redskin announcers are more useless than a bucketful of warm spit when it comes to information on the Pats.

[Bella*chick]

How bad did the PI look and do you think he would have caught it without the interference?

It was blatant and yes, he would have caught it.

[pats-blue]

I think he has been in plenty why risk an injury? I think Watsons "feature" is a message to Deion. The skins can't cover him so he is making sure that he puts up monster numbers to show Deion we can even make a TE a #1 receiver with this O.....sign the fair deal offered and join your team mates or sit at home while we win games.

[shmessy]

Commercial just seen on the DC feed of the game:

D Coord Gregg Williams inviting fans to come out on Wed Aug 30th for the annual Welcome Home Redskins Luncheon at Fed Ex Stadium.

No mention of leaving their pitchforks at home.

[PATSNUTme]

I'm watching the game and I'm sorry I can't update you guys. I haven't seen Maroney either, and unfortunately the Redskin announcers are more useless than a bucketful of warm spit when it comes to information on the Pats.

not to worry. I don't think that he's hurt. the coaches all ready know what they have in him.

[Bella*chick]

not to worry. I don't think that he's hurt. the coaches all ready know what they have in him.

That's what I think (hope!) too. Besides, other than the fact that he is not playing, I don't remember seeing any play that was a cause for concern.

[VJCPatriot]

Well 3 flags... I'd say that's gotta be pretty blatant for ALL the zebras to get that call. :)

Pats need to cash in more in the redzone though. Please no more useless handoffs to Heath Evans. I am really mystified why the Pats don't go to Maroney here as he has already shown some ability in this kind of situation.

[sarge]

That's what I think (hope!) too. Besides, other than the fact that he is not playing, I don't remember seeing any play that was a cause for concern.

His last play I think was the one he got caught for a loss on third down.
I'm listening to the game and unable to see it so I don't know how he looked!

[richpats]

I think he has been in plenty why risk an injury? I think Watsons "feature" is a message to Deion. The skins can't cover him so he is making sure that he puts up monster numbers to show Deion we can even make a TE a #1 receiver with this O.....sign the fair deal offered and join your team mates or sit at home while we win games.

I'd rather Reche make a few plays instead of guaranteeing every pass thrown his way is an incompletion.... or an interception.....good thing it was called back on holding.

Is it me or did that rollout/pass remind you of something you'd much rather forget?

[Bella*chick]

Brady picked off, but Redskins called for holding. Troy Brown was being held.

Nothing is going the Skins way tonight.

[shmessy]

For alll of us in the MD-VA area, the "Riggo drunken word-slurring watch" has officially begun.

[sarge]

Damn, even when the skins have a good play they screw it up!

[Bella*chick]

OK, Heath Evans scores.

Shouldn't that do it for Brady tonight?

[BradyisGod]

Well 3 flags... I'd say that's gotta be pretty blatant for ALL the zebras to get that call. :)

Pats need to cash in more in the redzone though. Please no more useless handoffs to Heath Evans. I am really mystified why the Pats don't go to Maroney here as he has already shown some ability in this kind of situation.

Because it's preseason and the real red zone offense doesn't need to be displayed now.

[PATSNUTme]

TD- 27-0. Now pull the starters- on both sides of the ball.

[Remix 6]

Heath Evans is bad..takes forever to pound it anywhere..he cant get a good run at all

[shmessy]

I've been typing - - so I lost count: Was that 5 rushing attempts for 6 yards for Heath Evans to score that TD?

[sarge]

Well 3 flags... I'd say that's gotta be pretty blatant for ALL the zebras to get that call. :)

Pats need to cash in more in the redzone though. Please no more useless handoffs to Heath Evans. I am really mystified why the Pats don't go to Maroney here as he has already shown some ability in this kind of situation.

I think we would normally see Corey in this situation. And he is normally pretty much money from within the 5.

[VJCPatriot]

Okay so if you give the ball to Evans 4 times in a row eventually he'll get in the endzone? LOL. Umm if it weren't for that penalty I don't think that philosophy will work in the regular season.

Another guy I'd like to see out there is Patrick Cobbs instead.

Ok the Pats are up 27-0, this is officially a blowout. Can we see the second string guys now?

[Remix 6]

I've been typing - - so I lost count: Was that 5 rushing attempts for 6 yards for Heath Evans to score that TD?

5 for 3 yards actually

[sarge]

Two tackles in a row for Sullivan!

[Drewwho]

OK, Heath Evans scores.

Shouldn't that do it for Brady tonight?

Brady should come out...did the offense with Brady score on all but 2 possessions????

[Bella*chick]

Sheesh, I forgot Campbell is their third stringer.

eta: Tom is out now, thank goodness. Cassel in.

[PATSNUTme]

Sheesh, I forgot Campbell is their third stringer.

What up with that? They used a 1st rounder on him. i would think that he would be 2nd by now.

[VJCPatriot]

Hey just heard that the Skins second stringer is from Walpole. Small world.

Let's see if Andrews can get off a good return. The Pats have turned this into a laugher.

Hey not bad kid. I have a feeling he's making the team.

[Bella*chick]

What up with that? They used a 1st rounder on him. i would think that he would be 2nd by now.

I know! We were just talking about that at my house....the Redskins are just pitiful when it comes to the draft though.

[Bella*chick]

Tebucky Jones shaken up.
eta: looks like his knee.

[Drewwho]

5 teams never to play at Gillette:

Green Bay
Chicago
Carolina
St. Louis
Denver

????????????

[shmessy]

Tebucky - right knee - that looks bad.

[sarge]

Gil just said that they checked on Maroney and he is fine. He said the Pats just wanted to practice there two minute offense.

[Hok]

5 teams never to play at Gillette:

Green Bay
Chicago
Carolina
St. Louis
Denver

????????????
Green Bay and Denver both played at Gillette in '02.

[Bella*chick]

Gil just said that they checked on Maroney and he is fine. He said the Pats just wanted to practice there two minute offense.

That's good news.

Now I hope Tebucky is OK.:(

[Drewwho]

Green Bay and Denver both played at Gillette in '02.

Yeah, I just saw the answer...I guess I repressed the 02 season!

[sarge]

That's good news.

Now I hope Tebucky is OK.:(

How did he look coming off the field!

[Bella*chick]

How did he look coming off the field!

Not great...I mean, he was walking, but he had help. Limping.

[sarge]

Holy Crap,

Did Caldwell just catch a pass? (unfortunately it's against the scrubs)

[Hok]

Yeah, I just saw the answer...I guess I repressed the 02 season!
Who can blame you? I know I've blocked out Steve Martin. :p

[PromisedLand]

Not great...I mean, he was walking, but he had help. Limping.Did they jiggle his knee (they lift the lower leg and push it back and forth to see if the joint slides like a drawer)?

[shmessy]

How did he look coming off the field!

Not good, Sarge. Not good. In definite pain when trying to put weight on the leg. Med Assistants standing on each side holding him upright.

[MoLewisrocks]

Tebucky dropped like a rock ala Patrick Pass minus the ball. Hammy, hopefully it looks and feels worse than it is. He's still on the bench.

Anybody think Reche has dropped well down the depth chart? Not to mention off Tommy's favorites list?

[Bella*chick]

Did they jiggle his knee (they lift the lower leg and push it back and forth to see if the joint slides like a drawer)?

I...don't know. I don't remember. I'm sorry.:( I know they were definitely checking his leg for several minutes and then he was helped by two guys and limped off the field.

[MoLewisrocks]

Did they jiggle his knee (they lift the lower leg and push it back and forth to see if the joint slides like a drawer)?

Seemed to key in on the back of the thigh.

[MoLewisrocks]

Washington has too many coaches and no QB's.

[PromisedLand]

Seemed to key in on the back of the thigh.Sounds like it it is either a cramp or a hammy. If there was any pain in the knee they would do the drawer test to check for instability (meaning torn ACL or PCL).

[Bella*chick]

Washington has too many coaches and no QB's.

Yeah, and it's too bad their coaches seem to just dislike dealing with young QBs.

[Patriots4Ever]

Hopefully Tbuck is ok.On the SS note.Did Rodney register any tackles or contact tonight that anyone knows?...

[shmessy]

Washington has too many coaches and no QB's.

Yeah, but they don't screw around with their star players' contracts!!!!!

[VJCPatriot]

Hey there's Cobbs making some noise! :)

Let's see how Cassell directs this second unit offense.

The good running could setup a big play action soon.

Hmm flag...

[Bella*chick]

Cobbs running well. Looks like another score soon.

eta: Cobbs scores a TD!

[shmessy]

I forgot. About twenty minutes ago (with the score 27-0) Mike Patrick on the DC feed predicted that the Redskins should still go 10-6 or 11-5 this year.

Anyone want to redefine the term "homer"?

[Bella*chick]

I forgot. About twenty minutes ago (with the score 27-0) Mike Patrick on the DC feed predicted that the Redskins should still go 10-6 or 11-5 this year.

Anyone want to redefine the term "homer"?

LOL, they are just so....nuts here. I mean, We all know it's preseason and all, blah, blah, blah, but they've shown nothing. Nothing. I think I read over on their board that Brunell has not lead the first team to a score the whole preseason! If that's true, that's just pathetic!

[VJCPatriot]

Cobbs wtih a brilliant little TD run and suicide watch starts in Skins land as the Pats pile on the points. 34-0.

Calm down Skins fans it is only preseason.

However I think Cobbs is definitely making the team. :) He looks like a keeper.

[shmessy]

Where there's smoke there's fire. And Cobbs is smokin'. After the Atl game I still reserved my judgement on the kid while many here were praising him.

There's now enough evidence for me. As they say "If it walks like a duck, quacks like a duck, etc. ....it's a duck".

This kid is a certified player.

[MoLewisrocks]

I forgot. About twenty minutes ago (with the score 27-0) Mike Patrick on the DC feed predicted that the Redskins should still go 10-6 or 11-5 this year.

Anyone want to redefine the term "homer"?

Oh you poor bastids being subjected to the DC feed. If Deion is local they just told him his holdout strategy is a bust because "teams move on...". This has been a primer on how great QB's make good WR's look better while bad QB's just suck the life out of a team (and probably cost decent WR's a job). :D

[richpats]

The Redskins announcers sound like they need a drink....or have had too many :)

[Bella*chick]

Cobbs breaks free for a GREAT run into Redskins territory!

[shmessy]

Bam Childress, ladies and gentlemen!

[Bella*chick]

You gotta love John Riggins (well, you don't HAVE to, but....). He says, "I'm a bit surprised by the NE Patriots....they have a lot of good running backs!"

Yes, John. Yes.

[shmessy]

Patrick Cobbs: 10 for 89.

Maybe BB should've been shielding HIM from the filmmakers tonight!

[OntarioPatsFan]

Are Patrick Cobbs and Mike Wright looking as good as they sound on the radio? Geno & Gil are saying both of these guys are having solid games, and I guess it's being reflected in their stats. But what does it look like? Are they really having great games, or are they just smacking down on some scrubs?

[Bella*chick]

Are Patrick Cobbs and Mike Wright looking as good as they sound on the radio? Geno & Gil are saying both of these guys are having solid games, and I guess it's being reflected in their stats. But what does it look like? Are they really having great games, or are they just smacking down on some scrubs?

Well, they are playing a very confused and demoralized Redskins squad and they look very good. As BB would say, it is what it is.:)

[shmessy]

The Gregg Williams commercial inviting fans to the Welcome Home Redskins Luncheon for this Wednesday just aired again.

Frantic calls are being placed as I type to the TV station BEGGING the station manager to block any further repeats of this commercial!

[PatsRI]

For what it's worth: Pats WRs 9 catches 115 yards no TDs.

[shmessy]

Are Patrick Cobbs and Mike Wright looking as good as they sound on the radio? Geno & Gil are saying both of these guys are having solid games, and I guess it's being reflected in their stats. But what does it look like? Are they really having great games, or are they just smacking down on some scrubs?

Better. The lick Wright put on the KR in the first quarter was HEINOUS!

[Bella*chick]

Geez, we just scored again.

[DefenseRules]

You gotta love John Riggins (well, you don't HAVE to, but....). He says, "I'm a bit surprised by the NE Patriots....they have a lot of good running backs!"

Yes, John. Yes.

LOL, Classic!!:D

[VJCPatriot]

Cobbs scores his second TD of the night as the Pats pile it on 41-0. Wow this has got to be embarrassing for the Skins as even I am feeling sorry for them.

[Bella*chick]

Cobbs scores his second TD of the night as the Pats pile it on 41-0. Wow this has got to be embarrassing for the Skins as even I am feeling sorry for them.

Over on extremeskins, they are wondering why we don't show some class and just kneel on the ball.

That is a very defeated bunch of people over there. I feel sorry for them too.

Sort of.

[PlattsFan]

I jumped onto the Patrick Cobbs bandwagon watching the game last week. Sure, he fumbled, but he absolutely *pancaked* LBs on blitzes twice and picked up LBs two other times. I think he missed one or two, also, but he'll learn there. It's the technique and willingness to stick his nose up there that I liked.

[OntarioPatsFan]

Over on extremeskins, they are wondering why we don't show some class and just kneel on the ball.

That is a very defeated bunch of people over there. I feel sorry for them too.

Sort of.

I'm sure the coaches felt Cobbs deserved to run that ball in after his monster effort. I wonder if the players get upset when the score is run during a preseason game?

[Bella*chick]

I'm sure the coaches felt Cobbs deserved to run that ball in after his monster effort. I wonder if the players get upset when the score is run during a preseason game?

Well, I mean it's not like we had our first stringers out there rubbing it in. If anything, we gave them every opportunity to stop that score. There's only so much you can do.

[shmessy]

I'm sure the coaches felt Cobbs deserved to run that ball in after his monster effort. I wonder if the players get upset when the score is run during a preseason game?

These players are trying to gain employment. It's not the regular season.

"Running up the score" in PS would entail having all the starters in there in the 4th Q trying to get the 41st point. A' la Steve Spurrier - THEIR coach a few years ago against SF in the PS.

[PatsRI]

Gibbs for one won't care about the score. It's preseason and each team should be trying to see who can play and in what situations. If that means how Cobbs and the backup Oline does on goaline situations then so be it.

[shmessy]

THERE"S a kneel down!

[Bella*chick]

Yeah, I thought of Spurrier too.

eta: actually most of the posters realize it's not our job to coddle their team. Just one or two truly demoralized fans made a few comments.

[edgecy]

A complete game tonight. Thanks goes to Pats1 for the pbp in the chatroom. Watson was on fire. Cobbs was on fire. Faulk was impressive. 7 sacks. NICE!

[Kdo5]

Gibbs for one won't care about the score. It's preseason and each team should be trying to see who can play and in what situations. If that means how Cobbs and the backup Oline does on goaline situations then so be it.
Doesnt care about the score? The 'Skins looked like they badly wanted points at the end. :p

[PatsRI]

TD scoring drives for the Pats:80 yards,67 yards,81 yards, 80 yards, 64 yards. Not too shabby.

[PatsRI]

Doesnt care about the score? The 'Skins looked like they badly wanted points at the end. :p

Should have said cared about the Pats scoring (running it up), I'm sure he cares about his team not scoring.

[Box_O_Rocks]

Dang, but that chatroom sewer gets in everything, time for a shower.

Sounds like the team isn't that bad, I'd still like to see them against a team that isn't screwed up, but it seems the execution is getting there.

[scott99]

Man, who pissed off the Pats. First a 30-3 shallacking of the Cardinals, and then a 41-0 drubbing of a supposedly desperate to win team, and a team that is supposed to be better than the Cardinals. And everybody knows that the 3rd game of the preseason is the most important. They shoulda just stayed home and gave up the forfeit, it woulda been 8-0. Looks like Watson had a HUGE game, a HUGE coming out party, he IS our #1 receiver. Cobbs looks like he made the team, I'd be shocked if he didn't. He was great in college, so maybe he'll be a very good pro. Cassel only throws 1 incompletion ? I guess he didn't have his usual early game nervousness. All around, you have to be pretty pleased with this preseason so far. I actually hope they lose next week so they remain humble and hungry.

[PromisedLand]

Dang, but that chatroom sewer gets in everything, time for a shower.

Sounds like the team isn't that bad, I'd still like to see them against a team that isn't screwed up, but it seems the execution is getting there.The Ignore button comes in very handy there.

[Box_O_Rocks]

The Ignore button comes in very handy there.Too true, but don't take a half time break to feed the cat or your buried in garabage!

[Harrison37]

Thanks for all the updates, guys.

I was in Chiefs land tonight and didn't get to catch the game.