I just got back from the game where I was on the field, in the tunnels, and behind the bench with a good friend who is a NYC film/journalist for a major paper. I had the luxury of standing a few feet behind the Pats bench throughout the game. My takes-
1. Randy sat next to Tom the entire game when on the bench. The two talked and seemed to really enjoy eachother. At one point it seemed that Tom was resting his head on Randy's shoulder pads. A little wierd but I like the affection they showed!
2. After the Ben W touchdown and the extra point, Randy got up off the bench and congratualted every offensive lineman for a job weel done as they approached the bench. I loved seeing this. It is early and the game went the way the Pats wanted, but Randy is showed that he was happy to be there.
3. Wes Welker is one firey little guy. Saw him on numerous occasions firing up the troops.
4. Pepper did not lile the miscommunication on the play where Gerard was trying to run off the field. Afterwards, it appeared that he was telling the Defense that it wasted energy having to run off. I was impressed with the level of teaching and attention to detail.
5. It was hot out and the players were sweating on the bench and many of the linemen were routinely using the oxygen masks. So were the Jets.
6. I was behing the Jets bench when Chad got hurt. He is one tough guy. Gotta give him some props. Guy was hurting but came back.
7. Brady looked very comfortable and relaxed when on the bench.
Thought these points may be of interest to you all.
GO Pats!!!!
