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I can see it happening too, and I would probably be okay with it. Protect the little guy from harm entirely for a while... That said, it would be hard with him missing reps, but he could likely slot right back in mid season, and White is serviceable... Plus, Foster can probably replicate his role to some degree.They used to be 12-18 month recoveries. I know that they aren't that anymore because they are much less invasive (can be done totally arthroscopically) That being said, I could still see the Pats putting him on PUP to not rush him back. Especially since this is his 2nd major injury..
Players tend to be back for Game 1 whenever the injury happened now. Like Welker who was hurt the last week of the regular season. Maybe they'll play it safe with Lewis to help keep him healthy longer but there's no reason to think he couldn't play if he had to.They used to be 12-18 month recoveries. I know that they aren't that anymore because they are much less invasive (can be done totally arthroscopically) That being said, I could still see the Pats putting him on PUP to not rush him back. Especially since this is his 2nd major injury..
A lot will depend on Brady's status. If he does sit out the first 4 games there will be more pressure to start Lewis on day 1.
Not sure if I agree. A more traditional style of offense, with more of a power run game would seem to help JimmyG, as opposed to empty set shotgun spreads.
Get him to playaction with Develin lead blocking for Donald Brown and two TE sets, with Edelman at the Z.
That's what I want more of from Brady in the postseason, but that's another discussion.
I think it's a forgone conclusion that we're going to see more 2 TE sets with the addition of Bennett to the team.
I really don't think Lewis' availability is influenced by TB12's status.A lot will depend on Brady's status. If he does sit out the first 4 games there will be more pressure to start Lewis on day 1.
Not sure if I agree. A more traditional style of offense, with more of a power run game would seem to help JimmyG, as opposed to empty set shotgun spreads.
Get him to playaction with Develin lead blocking for Donald Brown and two TE sets, with Edelman at the Z.
That's what I want more of from Brady in the postseason, but that's another discussion.
The longer he heals the lower the risk of re-injury. If there is any coach who consistently takes the long view it is Bill. He would rather have Dion in January than in September. I do think he needs more weapons in the backfield though, and I expect FA signings at RB.I agree that the run game is the best first option to make up for the drop off in talent at the QB position. I'm just saying if Brady ends up sitting out the first 4 games I expect to see an "all hands on deck" kind of urgency to win. That, coupled with the fact the Pats run game wasn't exactly reliable last year makes me think its likely you would see Lewis earlier in the season than you would if Brady is plays out of the gate.