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Well it’s been a long time since the Patriots suffered “a really ugly one” so I don’t think that’s going to happen. It’s going to be a close game. The Texans have some injuries as well and based on how they’ve played the last few weeks I don’t see anything that makes me think they’ll simply steamroll New England regardless.
It’s also possible the Patriots will get a couple guys back as well, Chandler Jones being the most likely candidate, but perhaps Logan Mankins too.
The Dolphins had a good defense and the Patriots were a little off on Sunday, but I doubt you’ll get back to back flat performances from the offense. They’ll do what they need to do to move the ball, but I think they’ll likely spread the Texans out and then go to work on them.
Regardless of everything this game will come down to the fourth quarter but never bet against Tom Brady and the Patriots at home in December.
Rob Gronkowski & Steve Gostkowski To Guest Star On Nickelodeon Show –
Set your DVRs! Rob Gronkowski & Steve Gostkowski are guest starring on Friday’s episode of the Nickelodeon show “NFL RUSH ZONE: SEASON OF THE GUARDIANS”
(Airs Friday at 9:00 p.m. (ET) on Nicktoons & Saturday at 7:00 a.m. (ET) on NFL Network)
https://www.patspropaganda.com/nflnewsandtalk-rob-gronkowski/
Maybe it’s coincidence, maybe it’s more a result of the opponents they faced, or maybe Aqib Talib is simply that much of a difference-maker. Consider this: Before acquiring Talib at the trade deadline Nov. 1, the Patriots rushed five or more defenders a league-low 15 percent of the time, according to ESPN Stats & Information tracking. With Talib, the number of rushes with five or more defenders has spiked to 28.3 percent. A potential Talib matchup against Texans receiver Andre Johnson naturally yields excitement.
One thing about the Houston offense, and the running game in particular – it’s coming off a sluggish outing against the Titans. In that one, Foster had 38 yards on 14 carries, an average of 2.7 per carry. Justin Forsett had 64 yards on 14 carries, while Ben Tate added with three for 18 yards. And in the second half, Johnson didn’t have a catch, Schaub threw for 40 yards over the last two quarters and the Texans were 2-for-9 on third down.
Houston also has a steady and consistent defense – the group has given up some big plays, but they’ve managed to do just enough to win games all year long. They also have defensive lineman J.J. Watt, who has swallowed opposing offenses whole over the course of the 2012 season. (Watt is the ultimate statistical anomaly – he has 15.5 sacks and 15 passes defensed this season.) While there are some questions about the state of the Houston cornerbacks, more often than not the pass rush cancels out any problems they have had.
Houston has established itself as the cream of the crop in the AFC with convincing wins over both Baltimore and Denver earlier this season. This Monday night will provide a true test for the Patriots.
Getting to know the Texans – New England Patriots Blog – ESPN Boston
Is it just me or does this feel like the biggest game in a long time for the Patriots? Can’t remember a meaningful game like this in December.
https://www.patspropaganda.com/houston-has-established-itself-as-the-cream-of-the/
