The Patriots offense and the 27 point mark

[BobDigital]

Just found something out that is rather interesting when it comes to this offense.

Since week 5 of 2014 it has been extremely rare that when this offense (when Gronk/Edelman/Brady) are all healthy that they do not hit 27 points.

This year the Pats played 10 games with all 3 healthy (including KC and the last regular season game we will include is the Giants) They have not fallen under the 27 mark once this year under those conditions.

in 2014 we had 10 games (weeks 5 to 14) and the 3 playoff games. In that span we failed to hit 27 2 times. GB and SD back to back. and went 1 -1. It is worth noting if we had hit 27 in GB we likely would have won as their final points were 26.

So here are my takeaways

#1 Since week 5 in 2014 we have played 23 games with the Gronk/Edelman combo. We have scored 27 points. 21 out of 23 times.

#2 With both those players healthy in that time span we are 22-1

#3 When we have both and score 27 we are 21-0

#4 If we had scored 27 or more with them every game we would likely be 23-0 in that span

#5 What kept the Pats from hitting 27 the 2 games they did not so we can avoid doing that again?

#6 Is there any reason to believe this week we won't hit 27?

 

[Pats2000]

#5 - From what I remember in the GB game, there were two issues. Brady was getting rushed, even with his quick release, the GB game they didn't get home to Brady too much, but from what I remember it was enough to throw him off his game. As well, I believe some of the receiving options were a bit hobbled that day. So I think that was the main issue, receivers unable to get the quick separation they were before.

 

[Sicilian]

A few notes regarding point #5:

In the Green Bay game, we lost the time of possession battle 36-24. The defense had a tough time getting off the field against Rodgers, so the offense had fewer opportunities to score. That likely contributed a great deal.

As for San Diego, only thing I can think of was that was the last game of that six game stretch against tough opponents, and was the second of back to back road games against a west coast team. Fatigue may have been a factor.

 

[aluminum seats]

Just referenced the magic 27 number in another thread. Pretty much spot on… That's the number the Pats seem to be able to get to with great consistency, and that's the number I don't see Denver matching. Stay healthy and avoid turnovers and get to 27.

 

[Patsrock]

A few notes regarding point #5:

In the Green Bay game, we lost the time of possession battle 36-24. The defense had a tough time getting off the field against Rodgers, so the offense had fewer opportunities to score. That likely contributed a great deal.

As for San Diego, only thing I can think of was that was the last game of that six game stretch against tough opponents, and was the second of back to back road games against a west coast team. Fatigue may have been a factor.

Those games GB and SD were back to back. Pats went directly to SD from GB and according to many players was a great week because they all got to spend time with each other every day outside of football.

 

[SammyBlueCat]

Should I sell my 00 Jersey and order a custom one with #27? Would Tavon Wilson switch?

 

[Concussion Protocol]

Brady threw a pick near the goal line against SD and they couldn't block Ingram in the first half at all. Typical reasons why the Pats' offense stalls, turnovers and protection issues.

GB at Lambeau was just an impossible task for anyone last year. They were ridonkulous at home. They blew almost everyone out.

 

[denverpatsfan]

Yes I would put the point total at 27 in order to win this weeks game. Assuming the defense doesn't allow 200 yards on the ground.