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21-0 leads at the half still make me really, really nervous. Pats gotta close this one out!

https://www.patspropaganda.com/21-0-leads-at-the-half-still-make-me-really/

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The Texans’ terrific inside and outside zone running game is keyed by the ability of standout center Chris Myers to control the middle of the line and to pick off linebackers on the second level. If the Patriots can keep Myers occupied, it’s going to be very tough for the cutback lanes to open up. Wouldn’t be surprised if the Patriots line up Vince Wilfork right over Myers on early downs, and then move Wilfork around in passing situations. But the Patriots might very well think that Kyle Love, who played well last week following a couple of mediocre games, can do the job himself, and that will allow Wilfork to be impactful in a three-technique role on the outside shoulder of a guard. Both LG Wade Smith and rookie RG Ben Jones are ripe for the taking.

Texans at Patriots: 5 keys, prediction – Extra Points – Boston.com

https://www.patspropaganda.com/the-texans-terrific-inside-and-outside-zone/

Which two running backs should lead in carries. Or do you think the PATS should utilize all 4 of them. And will all 4 backs return next year.

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Clearly Ridley is the number one and Woodhead is the primary passing down/spread back. So the question comes down to Vereen or Bolden, but I see each as having unique skill sets so I think there’s a place for both of them.

As for next year Woodhead’s contract is up, so it comes down to whether or not they think Vereen can take that role. Personally I’d love to see them bring Woodhead back and go into camp with all four running backs. Injuries are too big a factor at that position to discard capable backs.

just looked at the teams ‘that the texans had to play to get to 11-1….only the packers really stand out and they gave texans quite the beating. i’m guessing it’s fair to say the patriots faced stiffer competition? do you think weaker/stronger schedules have anything to do with how teams develop in the long run? i mean pats faced arizona, denver, ravens, seahawks, etc etc. makes you feel better about the o line and how well they can hold up tonight right?

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Yes, I think if there’s one thing 2007 cemented in my head it’s that the season is about a progression to playing your best football in January and February. That doesn’t mean I subscribe to the false notion of “peaking at the right time”. It’s not like every team that wins the Super Bowl went undefeated after Thanksgiving.

So how do you get to play your best football in January and February? You need to get exposed and then evolve. You need to get hit with adversity. And lastly, you must develop a clutch touch. No idea how you manufacture that last one, but that’s probably the most important.

So yes, playing good teams certainly helps, but more than anything it’s about playing in good games, and having your back against the wall as much as possible.

Regardless of what tonight’s result is this game will be a long term benefit to the Patriots. Though if they end up having to play an extra playoff game that certainly makes things a little more difficult.

Pats Propaganda Flashback: The Myth of Dominating After Thanksgiving

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Pats Propaganda Flashback: The Myth of Dominating After Thanksgiving

Thought this article was worth a flashback. Check out the Super Bowl champs records after Thanksgiving:

  • ‘11 Giants: 3-3
  • ‘10 Packers: 3-3
  • ‘09 Saints: 3-3
  • ‘08 Steelers: 5-1
  • ‘07 Giants: 3-3
  • 06 Colts: 3-3
  • ‘05 Steelers: 4-2
  • ‘04 Patriots: 5-1
  • ‘03 Patriots: 6-0
  • ‘02 Buccaneers: 4-2
  • ‘01 Patriots: 6-0