New England Patriots News 12-17, AFC East Notes

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New England Patriots News 12-17, AFC East Notes

Steve Balestrieri

Gronk said a couple of times when asked about the Buffalo incident, “my focus this week is on the Steelers.”

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Even if the 'Fins beat BUF in the early game, giving the Pats the division crown, I doubt that the hats 'n' t-shirts will be distributed today unless the Pats beat the Steelers. Probably waits until Wednesday if the Pats lose.

Britt's size may cause teams to feel the need to cover him similarly to the way they usually attempt to cover Gronk. This may divide their coverage resources a bit, although I think Britt may be on the field for only a handful of plays this afternoon - IF he's even active.

It seems nearly certain that Wilkerson won't get any double-digit offers. But it's very likely that some team will give him $5m-$6m (mostly guaranteed) for ONE year, with $2m-$3m in incentives - with the thought that they can "fix" him for at least one season. Almost prohibitive odds against the Pats being that team.

Huge playoff implications for both teams in the Rams @SEA. I might take the Rams if the game was in LA. On Seattle's home turf, it seems even up to me.