The official Patriots vs Bucs pre-season game thread

[PatsBoy12]

FYI, Pit just scored a TD

They're dismantling the Eagles right now. Vick looks terrible and the defense doesn't look too daunting. It's just preseason, though.

 

[Ununcle]

I'm kinda liking this Ridley kid.

 

[jefmblrd]

Maneri has made a couple of nice blocks. Good to see.

 

[NEP4Life]

Ridley has been a very positive surprise indeed.

 

[Sfpat]

Let's face it, Ridley was a brilliant pick. He's good

 

[ausbacker]

I really like the look of Ridley. Really really like the look of him. Would love to see how he goes against a stout run D like the Ravens, Chargers and Steelers.

 

[37Harrison]

I think Ridley and Carter have solidified themselves.

Again, BJGE is our starter but he is hearing Ridley's footsteps coming quickly.

 

[Tucker]

Ridley's looking like the real deal

 

[patchick]

Does Ridley remind anybody else of Mark Ingram? Both powerful runners whose greatest strengths are outstanding balance and non-stop feet, making them hard to tackle. Both are active in blitz pickup and have soft hands for the reception. Neither has any breakaway speed.

But of course, the Saints gave the Patriots a 1st & a 2nd for the chance to take Ingram, and we Pats Fans all screamed when they spent a 3rd on Ridley.

 

[PatsBoy12]

Me want DEFENSE ON FIELD!

 

[jmt57]

Dance in the end zone down 28-7 in a preseason game reminded me of a rookie Keshawn Johnson taking off his helmet and going bonkers over a touchdown when the Jets were losing by four or five touchdowns. Granted it was his first NFL touchdown, but still, it was way out of line considering the circumstances.

 

[italia44]

Vick: 5 of 12, 47 yards, 3 picks.

I know....my dogs are barking

 

[Deus Irae]

Not to denigrate Ridley, but I suggest people reserve final judgment until the kid faces 1st team defenses.

 

[Patriot_in_NY]

Ridley is everywhere.

 

[RayClay]

Any bleeding idea what he was seeing or expecting on that? I mean he's like 6'6", right?

 

[jmt57]

So does this game put an end to the 'trade Hoyer, the Patriots are fine with rookie Mallett as the backup in 2011' talk?

 

[RxJock1120]

Man this Ridley guy looks good, great burst, great vision, pounding running style.

Not canton bound yet, but he is head above shoulders above Law Firm, just my opinion!

 

[s3antana5757]

Ridley throws a huge shoulder, picks up 9 yards after breaking two or three tackles. Get them a nice FG attempt. Loving this kid.

 

[Uncle Rico]

Nice little chip block by Ridley on his way out to catch that pass!

Hoping we see him with and against the 1s next week.

 

[37Harrison]

This team is better than 2007.

Better rounded and just as potent.

Has anyone seen Price?

I think Sammy and Faulk are fighting for a spot unless Vereen gets PUP'd or IR'd and then Sammy loses. It'll be interesting to see Medlin a little later tonight...