PostGame Thread OFFICIAL 2025 Week 16 Postgame Thread: Patriots Clinch Playoff Berth with 28-24 win over Ravens

[n1997y]

We just played on the road without our LT and our best interior DL and our best LB, had injuries throughout the game, played sloppy at times, had one of the worst PI no-calls this side of the Saints, and with Diggs vocally leading his teammates on the sidelines came back from double digits in the 4th on the road against a talented team that also made some great plays and desperately need this win.

It is an amazing win to be celebrated. Many fan bases go years without a win like this.

FIFY. Spillane being out is another serious loss for the defense. He’s a leader, wears the green dot, makes a lot of tackles and sets the tone when he’s in there. Hopefully he makes it back soon!

 

[mike_usagisan]

FIFY. Spillane being out is another serious loss for the defense. He’s a leader, wears the green dot, makes a lot of tackles and sets the tone when he’s in there. Hopefully he makes it back soon!

Hopefully he makes it back by the playoffs.

 

[Sfpat]

There two calls that made me think the refs were trying to stop us. The Boutte call and the Williams not on the line of scrimmage. Looked like he was lined up okay to me.

And the OPI on Boutte (most egregious when compared to the non-PI on the ratbirds)

 

[Pat the Pats Fan]

Pats must have had a nice fan base at the game in Baltimore. I commend those that took the trip down to the ATM. they took their life in their own hands, having lived in Baltimore for many years of my life, that area isn't the safest late at night, especially with Pats garb on. I was equally impressed with the LOUD MVP chants late in the game.

 

[patfanken]

How about Gonzo's open field tackle on Henry? He seems to be a pretty willing tackler for a cover guy. Steps up in crunch time. Quietly does his job. When do we lock him up?

Our #2 #3 and #4 tacklers last night were all DB's (Davis 8, Gonsales 7 and Hawkins 7) So yeah, our DB's are willing tacklers, but that's not how it should be.

 

[DaBruinz]

Haven't had a chance to read through the thread. Any news on the Injured?

Farmer, Tonga, Davis, Henderson, Boutte, Douglas?

 

[Rob0729]

 

[condon84]

Our #2 #3 and #4 tacklers last night were all DB's (Davis 8, Gonsales 7 and Hawkins 7) So yeah, our DB's are willing tacklers, but that's not how it should be.

That's how it will be if we continue to start Gibbens and Ellis.

 

[p8ryts]

Our #2 #3 and #4 tacklers last night were all DB's (Davis 8, Gonsales 7 and Hawkins 7) So yeah, our DB's are willing tacklers, but that's not how it should be.

I don't think this is the first game that has occurred. It's definitely not how it should be. It's supposed to be the linebackers.

 

[DaBruinz]

I found myself wondering yesterday whether Wilson could become our Tyler Linderbaum.

Not without some serious attitude and strength improvement.

 

[Uptown]

 

[DaBruinz]

Are we forgetting that Mapu used to return punts and even kickoffs? I think he's capable of running for a 1st on a punt fake, if the play is designed properly.

How dare you bring facts into the conversation when the ninnies are whining because they barely understand the basics.

 

[Uptown]

 

[DaBruinz]

If I were to mute both twins some threads would show only like one or 2 posts per page.

But your life would have much less drama...

 

[Uptown]

Getting Milly, Willy & Spilly back is gonna be massive for us. Hendo too…need to get healthy for the………..




PLAYOFFS. Now, let’s take care of these (minus Achane) bums the next two weeks.

 

[Uptown]

 

[DaBruinz]

There two calls that made me think the refs were trying to stop us. The Boutte call and the Williams not on the line of scrimmage. Looked like he was lined up okay to me.

The Non-Call on Humphrey as well. I've never seen a more egregious amount of DPI not get called since Gronkowski was mugged in the End Zone by Dan Morgan.

 

[Uptown]

 

[DaBruinz]

@manxman2601
I do know he’s older but all of a sudden our winning window is open. Maybe an IOL like Joel Bitonio would be a big benefit to Drake Maye and our young OL. Then draft an IOL with some RT potential like a Gennings Dunker.
LT: Campbell
LG: Bitonio
C: Wilson
RG: Onwenu
RT: Moses/Dunker

How about someone UNDER 30. Like Connor McGovern or David Edwards. Both of whom are better than Bitonio.

It's going to be interesting to see if the Pats draft a RT or if they believe Bryant is the heir apparent.

 

[upstater1]

There two calls that made me think the refs were trying to stop us. The Boutte call and the Williams not on the line of scrimmage. Looked like he was lined up okay to me.

100% on the illegal formation call.

This had just happened after the defensive holding call on the Ravens. Harbaugh was in that refs ear the entire time after.

BTW it was the same guy who called both those fouls (OPI and illegal formation).