One word: Gutted
Just managed to watch the re-run of the game (without knowing the score) as I was in the air between London and Singapore during the game. Felt the Ravens were the better team and deserved the W. It was hard to pinpoint any real blame. Obviously there were a few errors (clock management end of half) and a bit of bad luck (the Ridley fumble), but once again the opponent just had more intensity on the night.
Regardless of the above, I am deeply disappointed with the loss as it was another big chance to get that fourth ring TB/BB deserve. The window is closing and it will be devastating if they retire without another one after the two SB losses that really swung on a couple of miracle throws and catches. It is unthinkable as a Pats fan that we will not get another ring in this era but time is slowly catching up to us.
Anyway, maybe its a combination of the post match disappointment (that you all suffered hours ago) and jet-lag that is making me feel this way. We have every chance next year if we can stay injury free in key positions and continue to improve our secondary. However, we also know that things have to fall into place during January (Ravens, NYG, Green Bay etc) to get that tiny bit extra that is needed to be Champions.
Fingers crossed for next year and a pat on the back for the great support you have all given the team this season. Enjoy the off season if you can.