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CLICK HERE to Register for a free account and login for a smoother ad-free experience. It's easy, and only takes a few moments.I would bet a decent amount of money that Tom Brady will see reps on Sunday, which will be used as a glorified scrimmage in an attempt to improve on some current problems and iron out some recent issues with the OL communication, etc.
Those are all fair points. I still see him starting all but those who are injured to the extent that they will benefit from an extra week's rest, but I doubt the key players will play beyond the first half. Makes it a tough game to predict in the "Predict the Score" contest.I bet Bill was fine with how the defense played, the lack of pass rush was largely intentional and they appear fine with letting Geno look reasonably competent. Rex also pulls about 7 rabbits out of his hat for Patriots games which plays against NE's approach. Even a terrible team is going to have success against the Patriots if they are willing to run plays they haven't all years.
I think you are correct about the offense, though. I think that is the biggest reason why most key offensive players start.
That loss had virtually nothing to do with resting the starters. The team was dealing with the death of Joe Philbin's son and it was clear as day they were either going to struggle or be on a mission, with no in between.
OK, I haven't read the recent posts. How many here really think that the starters will play for at least a half?
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And how many have come around to the idea that this is similar to the 4th preseason game?