I think it just boils down to finding creative ways to employ all of the weapons that they have. They were a bit inexperienced with the pieces this year so there wasn’t much “shock and awe” to the offense.
But as guys like Dobson and Amendola continue to progress, along with at least a couple other additions at tight end, receiver and running back, they will be harder to defend. Getting by with basically only Edelman healthy and consistent all year was a miracle. Injuries and turnover like 2013’s are rare and they took their lumps for it.
But just by experience and better luck in the injury department and they’re already significantly more talented than 2013’s crew.
I think Shane Vereen really brings a unique element, but I don’t think he was ever truly comfortable after returning from his wrist injury. Yes, he went off against Cleveland but that was really the last impact game he had this season. Whether that’s because defenses were game-planning for him or just a fall of in production will be something to study this offseason.
But with Gronk or another tight end who’s actually a threat in the passing game, an improved/more experienced receiving corps and things should open up for Vereen a bit more.
Perhaps the most interesting offensive revolution might be when it comes time to replace Brady. Will Belichick stick with a pocket-passer or will there be a focus finding a threat to run?
We saw the value of a great running game late in the 2013 season. With defenses getting lighter up front to generate more pass rush perhaps the next offensive revolution is a return to power running with multiple threats to run.
