Trading Hobbs was a mistake, IMO. I don't think he was a good starter, but he would have been more than adequate as a nickel or dime back. More importantly, he was a dynamite kick returner. We stunk in the kick return game last year and I think a lot of that had to do with losing Hobbs.
This year, I'd rather have Hobbs out there as a dime back than Springs, Wilhite or Wheatley.
Third and 7. Ellis Hobbs is 12 yards from the WR. WR catches pass for 10 yd gain and 1st down. Hobbs makes tackle. Hobbs gets up and celebrates. Hobbs helps Patriots more by being in Philly.