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Nice little write-up/interview with Butler. Tough not to be excited about this kid.
Darius Butler Ready to Shine in Secondary Against Colts - New England Patriots - NESN.com
Darius Butler Ready to Shine in Secondary Against Colts - New England Patriots - NESN.com
Butler said his biggest improvement since coming to the NFL has been gaining a better understanding when watching and studying film, which obviously helps with all areas of his game, including play recognition. He’s gotten a huge helping hand from the veterans around him, such as cornerbacks Shawn Springs and Leigh Bodden.
The other veterans -- the guys on the opposite side of the ball -- will help Butler overcome another obstacle Sunday night. With a few A-list football celebrities in his own locker room, Butler won’t be worrying about lining up against one of the greatest quarterbacks to ever play the game.
“I wouldn’t say it’s surreal,” Butler said of playing against Manning. “I kind of get used to it. I came onto a team with Tom Brady and Randy Moss, so I kind of got over that. I’m just ready to go out there and beat him. Obviously, it’s going to be a great challenge. He’s a great quarterback in this league.”