I'm trying to be nervous but it isn't working. I still think the Ravens game set the Pats up for this, that was a tough game, I also think the Ravens defense was much better than the stats said they were. In saying that Seattle is a great defense but they have their issues also, the DL isn't up to their best due to injuries and guys out at this point, I don't remember them harassing Rodgers that much but also remember limping Rodgers running for a 1st down. Seattle hits receivers hard that would be my only worry because I think the underneath routes will come open but gotta be carefull as a WR to not to get blown up. As a note think about Welker , his only real downfall was taking huge hits, DA and JE seem to have a knack of not taking those and getting to the ground quickly when needed.
I don't expect a huge receiving out of gronk, 5-8 receptions and maybe 80 yards but I expect two TD's, he is going to be blocking IMHO along with Lafell. NE has to run, I'm guessing at least 80-90 yards on the ground to win.
Defensively I do believe this is the best defense Seattle will face all season. I don't mind the mush rush in this game, I do think it will work, keep Wilson in the pocket. I am more worried about Lynch, this one might give me pause, while I think Vince is great I don't think he has played this year like others, he doesn't seem as dominant in the running game as in the past, he is getting up get so he has an alibi, Collins is important to the rush defense but the last couple games I have seen him get in the backfield quickly but miss the tackle, he has to be a little more focused and sometimes that quick move might not be the best. If Lynch gets 150 then NE is probably in trouble and going all pass at that point.
I still think overall NE has the edge in this, but they have to play very well, no mistakes, Brady has to play the best game of his SB career and not come out to hyped. I do believe that the mental part of the game is more important this time, Brady knows the odds of getting back getting less likely and I think he will have laser type focus, I don't see NE letting this one get away.
I've been wrong before but this time I think they got it, I'm not even sure I by into the a close game, 7-10 point advantage IMHO.