In almost every telecast, the commentators marvel how Belichick is the master of double dipping by scoring at the end of the half as well as coming out of the half. In no universe can an excuse be made for not mounting a drive to get into at least FG range prior to halftime. People are making excuses for something that is the antithesis of how Belichick typically operates. 1:54 is a ton of time with time outs. You have the whole field to work with with time outs. Countless games have been tilted by Belichick’s mastery of the situation where he has the ball last in the 1st half and 1st out of halftime.
What happened was absolutely weird. Afraid that the Dolphins could also call time outs and get the ball back? Listen to how that sounds.
What happened was absolutely weird. Afraid that the Dolphins could also call time outs and get the ball back? Listen to how that sounds.