Is it just me or was the OL better with the reserves on the field?

[TomPatriot]

According to Bedard it was McDaniels scheme for the game that helped the OL. I didn’t pick this up during the game. I’d have to watch the A22 to see if it’s true.

 

[PScottman]

the D and everyone else let them down except for maybe Judon, Mac, and Folk....

Bizzaro Day. OL was supposed to be the reason the Patriots might lose - they play okay enough that the QB didn't have to check down every play or get hit 15+ times. Defense, especially the secondary, supposed to be the aspect to keep the team in the game couldn't get the Texans off the field (until late when Bryant took over for Williams). Run defense that was supposed to be Swiss cheese where teams can get 5 yards a clip or more - holds the Texans to under 3 yards per game.