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I think we might see the effect a little more in the run and screen game, as they’ll be a little more familiar with eachother and how to block those intricate plays.
But it should help in pass protection as well. Continuity is always good. My focus will be on Dan Connolly, and whether or not Marcus Cannon poses a threat to him at right guard.
Tom Brady, New England Patriots experience early growing pains with wide receiver redo – ESPN Boston
Nice piece from Reiss, and yes, it’s to be expected that they’ll look sloppy now. The true test will be once training camp starts, and even then, what we see in the preseason will likely have little bearing on how they look once the bullets are real.
It’s a fascinating area to watch, and one of the most interesting turns of Brady’s career, one that will likely play a huge part in defining his final act.
Spikes for sure, think Hightower can develop it as well. Adrian Wilson should bring something to the party this year as well. There’s a fine line between having intimidators, and just having idiots who launch at people (cough Meriweather).
I do think in general the Patriots have a pretty physical defense, albeit not one that is scary. Wilfork especially is a dominant player in the trenches, and Tommy Kelly should make for a good combo with him this year.
Patriots Rookie Aaron Dobson on Playing with Hall of Fame QB Tom Brady (2013 NFLPA Rookie Premiere) (by SB Nation)
https://www.patspropaganda.com/patriots-rookie-aaron-dobson-on-playing-with-hall/
Friday Patriots Q&A is a GOOOOO!
C’mon Pats planet, you never disappoint with great questions, let’s hear them this week. We’ll take any and everything… historical questions, questions about the blog, personal Pats experiences, whatevs. You ask it. I’ll answer it.
And my question for you:
Who is the returning veteran you think will make a big jump this year? And you can’t say Ras-I Dowling, just because.
