First off, huge fan of the blog. In depth and timely coverage of everything us pats fanatics need to know – keep up the good work. What are your thoughts recently about the secondary? Seemed strong in the 4th vs. jets with 3 picks, but all they’ve faced so far is rookie QBs still becoming acclimated to the speed of the NFL. Dennard seemed refined despite missing preseason, but what happens after his sentencing hearing in December? Will we finally be able to defend the long ball in the playoffs?

Thanks, and that’s the big question. Of course it’s a little stressful at the moment with Talib missing practice on Monday and Dennard possibly unavail in December depending on what the happens with his probation.

So, the thing to focus on in the coming weeks is the progression of Logan Ryan. One way or another he’s going to be a vital part of this defense and we haven’t seen much of him yet.

At this point we really have no idea what the secondary in January is going to look like. In the best case it’s what we have now. In the worst case, with Dennard out, and Talib battling injuries like last year, it could be Arrington and Ryan with Cole in the slot. Yikes.

As always I continue to worry more about the front seven. If they’re getting great pressure it won’t matter all that much who’s back there. We’ll see how it all plays out, but for now let’s hope Logan Ryan starts to get his feet wet a little more.