To be honest, it hasn’t really stood out to me. I think I felt it moreso in 2011 when they hadn’t gotten close since 2007, plus there was the Myra Kraft memory that amplified it a bit.
I know Brady is close to the end, but I’d actually expect them to be even better on offense next year considering LaFell with a full year under his belt, Gronk with a full offseason where he’s not rehabbing, Tim Wright with a full offseason in the playbook and, hopefully, some reinforcements along the offensive line.
Yes, there is always a sense of urgency when you get to this point. So many things need to go your way just to be in this spot of hosting the conference championship, but I still think this team has a couple more runs in the Brady/Belichick window in them.
It’s hard not to get anxious when they’ve been so close the last four years, especially considering this is the most talented defense they’ve had since 2007 at least, and who knows how things will go with Revis this offseason, one of the biggest key pieces of it.
But yes, it’s great to see the support they’re still getting from the old guard and I’m sure those guys are itching for a Super Bowl just as much as we the fans are. Remember, another Super Bowl win for TB/BB will do as much for the dynasty’s legacy as it will for the current team.