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Patriots - Colts, Who Has the Razor's Edge?, Key Matchups

November 14, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

In the two previous meetings with Andrew Luck, (both in NE) the Patriots were good at forcing the ball out of Luck’s hands early and forcing turnovers. They registered four picks in the playoff game last January.

Patriots, Gray Run Over Colts 42-20

November 17, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

In Sunday’s game the Patriots rushed for 244 yards on 45 carries with 4 TDs. In the playoff game in January, they rushed for 234 yards on 46 carries with six TDs.

Patriots 2014 Opponents, 5 First Impressions of the Lions

November 18, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

Detroit boasts the #1 defense in the NFL in terms of both points (15.6 ppg) and yards (290.3) and is led by arguably the best defensive line in the league headed by Ndamukong Suh.

Patriots - Lions, Who Has the Razor's Edge? Key Matchups

November 20, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

Look for Brady to work the short area of the field this week, the Patriots will attempt to throw short, quick timing passes to Julian Edelman and Brandon LaFell as well as Rob Gronkowski underneath to try to neutralize the Lions pass rush. Shane Vereen wi

Blount Rejoins Patriots, With An Eye To the Future?

November 20, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

This move by the Patriots could be seen as a move for the post-season push and a look to the future. By signing Blount the Patriots now have depth at the running back position with Jonas Gray and have two big backs who can carry the ball and get the tough

Declining? Not This Guy - Observations From Patriots vs Lions

November 23, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

Brady had a big statistical game completing 38-of 53 for 349 yards and 2 TDs

Megatron? Golden Tate? With Revis and Browner, Patriots Now Have an Answer

November 24, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

Revis and Browner give Belichick some much flexibility, now they have to opportunity to mix and match against quality opponents and play to their strengths rather than reacting to their opponent.

Patriots 2014 Opponents, 5 First Impressions of the Packers

November 25, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

Green Bay is a perfect 5-0 at home and scoring points by the bushel. In their last three games at home, the Pack are averaging a ridiculous 48.6 points per game.

Patriots - Packers, Who Has the Razor's Edge? Key Matchups

November 28, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

During the seven-game winning streak the Patriots are averaging 39.5 points per game and much of that has to do with the mismatches created by TE Rob Gronkowski.

Rodgers Flawless, Packers Down Patriots 26-21

November 30, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

Rodgers finished 24-38 for 368 yards and 2 TDs as the Packers rolled up 478 yards of offense, 383 in the first half.

Patriots Red Zone Defense One Bright Spot Against Green Bay

December 02, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

The Patriots held Green Bay 0-4 in red zone attempts, Rodgers was only 1-7 for 5 yards inside the red zone

Patriots 2014 Opponents, 5 First Impressions of the Chargers

December 02, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

Three wide receivers led by Keenan Allen who has really made a big jump in his second year with 72 catches for 762 yards and four TDs, Eddie Royal (43, 532 yds, 6TDs) and Malcom Floyd (39, 689 yds, 4 TDs) to go along with the ever dangerous TE Antonio Gat

Patriots - Chargers, Who Has the Razor's Edge? Key Matchups

December 04, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

Rivers has been sacked 24 times this season and the Bolts are on their fifth center as injuries have ravaged the position. Look for some A-gap pressure by Hightower.

Collins,Patriots Defense Rises To Shut Down Chargers in 23-14 Win

December 08, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

As we pointed out in our pre-game write up, the opportunity for “A-Gap” pressure would be there and Collins and fellow LB Jonathan Casillas who filled in for Hightower were immense as they disrupted the Chargers passing game time and again.

Browner Hit, Penalty Underscores Need For Coaches To Challenge

December 09, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

Green ran across the middle and bobbled the pass from quarterback Philip Rivers. Browner came flying up from his corner position and leveled Green with a thunderous but legal hit with his shoulder to Green's shoulder.

Patriots 2014 Opponents, 5 Impressions of the Dolphins Pt.2

December 09, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

Miami has had issues with playing a full sixty minutes and a troubling sign could be the sideline blowup between Jared Odrick and coach Joe Philbin during the fourth quarter of the Ravens loss.

Patriots - Dolphins, Who Has the Razor's Edge? Key Matchups

December 11, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

Sunday will be a “Hat and T-Shirt” game for the Patriots. If they beat Miami on Sunday, they will be AFC East Champions for the 12th time in 14 years and the players will find a corresponding hat and shirt in their lockers at the end of the game.

Brady, Patriots Use 3rd Quarter Explosion To Rout Dolphins 41-13

December 15, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

The Patriots outscored Miami 27-0 in the second half, secured the Patriots with the AFC East Championship for the 6th year in a row and their 12th in the past 14 years.

Patriots 2014 Opponents, 5 First Impressions of the Jets Pt. 2

December 16, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

One thing even his biggest detractors will agree upon is that Ryan has always been a stand-up guy. He won’t roll over in his final home game. The Jets Super Bowl is Sunday.

Patriots - Jets, Who Has the Razor's Edge? Key Matchups

December 18, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

This should be a game where they attack the seams of the defense with Rob Gronkowski. Look for Brady to target Brandon LaFell more in this game working the intermediate areas of the secondary

You Can Go Home Again...Chung Proves A Valuable Addition to the Patriots Defense

December 20, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

Few if any players that leave the Belichick stable are ever welcomed back again. Deion Branch is one notable exception, and now Chung is making the most out of his second chance with the Patriots.

Amendola, Wilfork, Special Teams Key Ugly Patriots 17-16 Win Over the Jets

December 21, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

Amendola gave the team a huge spark with the 39 yard punt return that set up the Patriots first touchdown. He had a big game with 3 punt returns for 63 yards, as well as five kickoffs for 91 yards. A 217 yard total effort game from Amendola.

Trust Factor? Check...Brandon LaFell A Big Addition For the Patriots Offense

December 23, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

With one game to go, LaFell has 70 catches for 883 yards and seven touchdowns….all career highs

Patriots 2014 Opponents, 5 First Impressions of the Bills Pt. 2

December 23, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

One of the sub-plots of Sunday’s game with New England will be watching two of the Bills young WRs, Sammy Watkins and Robert Woods going against Darrelle Revis and the Patriots secondary.

Patriots - Bills Regular Season Finale, Who Has the Razor's Edge? Key Matchups

December 26, 2014 | Steve Balestrieri

Garappolo had good chemistry with Brian Tyms in the pre-season, so look for him to get some significant playing time once Jimmy G. enters. Tyms had a 43 yard touchdown in the first matchup.

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