I'm not pessimistic. I love the defensive production over the second half of the season. Championship caliber defense for the first time in at least 8 years. I'm just realistic. They offense has been sputtering and not just sputtering for a couple of games. Slow starts and the inability to stay on the field and score TDs has been a problem. And, unlike recent years, we can't blame it on Gronk being out.
Average offense, strong defense, and playing at home. I certainly think the Pats should be favored in any AFC playoff game. If they can keep it close and get a turnover or big special teams play, they can win. If they fall behind or get in a shoot-out, I'm concerned.
This coming from the guy who said this was Brady's last season as Patriots QB or he could stay as Garrapolos backup.
Big time troll.