Rob Gronkowski – on the origins of the Gronk Spike
https://www.patspropaganda.com/jullie-anne-rob-gronkowski-on-the-origins-of-4/
Shiancoe’s presence won’t affect playing time for Rob Gronkowski (94 percent of the snaps), but he could have a direct impact on No. 3 tight end Daniel Fells. After peaking with 80 total snaps played against the Bills and Broncos, Fells has seen his playing time dip in the last three games (58 total snaps). Shiancoe and Fells appear to have similar skill sets.
The Best of PatsPropaganda This Week
Usually there isn’t much to talk about after the Sunday bye since everything was already over-discussed last week. But here’s a collection of the best reads from around the Patriots blogosphere…
PatsPropaganda/Mike D. Analysis
5 Points of Emphasis for Patriots vs. Bills
PatsPropaganda & Frenz Podcast: 11/7 Bills Preview 11am EST!
How Do the Patriots Match Up Against Potential Playoff, Super Bowl Opponents? | Bleacher Report
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Local/National Coverage
Bruschi’s Breakdown – Buffalo Bills shouldn’t pose threat to New England Patriots – ESPN Boston
Sketching out the New England Patriots Ideal Depth Chart in the Secondary | Bleacher Report
Defensive snapshot via playing time – New England Patriots Blog – ESPN Boston
Now, for the first time in his career, Ninkovich has some professional security: The 28-year-old signed a two-year extension worth $4 million last September, and has clearly claimed a spot as a part of New England’s defensive foundation. Pro Football Focus has him graded at 10.4 for the year overall, the fourth-best figure on the roster, and he’s on pace to hit double digits in sacks for the first time in his career.
Great read on the rise of Ninkovich. Here was our take from last year.
#MobiJump – Patriots Star Brandon Lloyd Jumps Over MobiSquad Smart Car (by MobiSquadTV)
(Source: https://www.youtube.com/)
Brandon Bolden suspended four games for unidentified performance enhancing drugs. Meh. Chance to shine for Shane Vereen.
https://www.patspropaganda.com/brandon-bolden-suspended-four-games-for/
Assuming no dramatic turnover disparity between the two teams this weekend, whether or not the Bills can be competitive in this game will come down to whether or not they play to the strengths of their personnel and go positive on first down in critical situations. From the Patriots’ perspective, their ability to prevent success here is similarly critical.