Published on: 23rd October, 2009
The National Football League prides itself on parity, the opportunity for any team to make a run at the playoffs and the Super Bowl any given year. It is a novel idea. Granted, it is nearly impossible to achieve perfect parity in any league, but, in seasons past, the NFL had ...Published on: 15th October, 2009
When one sits back and examines the New England Patriots offense and looks at what makes it work and what areas of concern need to be addressed, several keys come to mind. That is, several factors that, depending on whether or not they are clicking correctly, can totally determine the ...Published on: 30th September, 2009
After missing the playoffs, there was a flurry of activity in Foxborough following the 2008 season. Granted, star quarterback Tom Brady missed basically the entire season, but the Patriots clearly had work to do if they wanted to return to the top of the NFL in 2009. Defensive backs, safeties, wide receivers, ...Published on: 29th September, 2009
He’s about as likable as a stomach ulcer. Actually, as a Patriots fan, I’m pretty sure I enjoy the presence of my stomach ulcer more than I would enjoy his company. There is only one man in the NFL that could be described in such a manner. That man is Eric Mangini, head ...Published on: 26th September, 2009
The Vitals: Total Offense: The New England Patriots are ninth in the NFL, with 370 ypg. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Falcons are currently 18th, posting 326 ypg. Passing YPG: The Patriots are in the top five when it comes to passing yards, averaging 292 yards passing per game, good enough for fourth in the league. The ...Published on: 25th September, 2009
Since 2007, whether the title has been warranted or not, the New England Patriots offense has been declared one of, if not the, most prolific offensive units in the NFL. And ever since the recognition came about, Patriots fans and others alike have always asked the question: Who's more important to ...Published on: 22nd September, 2009
Two weeks into the season and Patriots Nation is already up in arms, distressed, and befuddled about the lack of consistency and results coming from the New England Patriots. After an entire offseason where the press proclaimed the Patriots as one of the top three teams in the league and many ...Published on: 22nd September, 2009
Terrell Owens. Pacman Jones. Michael Vick. Donte Stallworth. Chad Ochocinco. What do all these players have in common? Well, there are actually two things. For one, they are some of the NFL’s biggest and most recognizable names. Secondly, all of these players carry significant baggage. For those who are unaware, “baggage” denotes that ...