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Patriots – Vikings Flashback Highlight

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Patriots – Vikings Flashback Highlight

To kick off Vikings week we’d like to share what is probably Chad Jackson’s greatest highlight as a Patriot, which yes, I realize isn’t saying much. But still, this was a pretty sweet touchdown scramble and made us believe, for maybe just one play, that Jackson might turn out to be a player. He didn’t.

Sifting through some of these highlights from 2006 reminded me how it was one of the first times we really saw the Patriots go hard core spread offense. Of course it was surprising given that their receiver corps consisted of aging Troy Brown, soon-to-be bust Chad Jackson, Reche “One Season” Caldwell, and the infamous Doug Gabriel. At this point Jabar Gaffney was still on the periphery (if he was even on the team yet).

Anyway, this game was the first sign of what was to come in 2007, but clearly they needed Moss, Welker and Stallworth before going spread full time.

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For the record, I’ve spoken to a few people behind the scenes and while I can’t give specifics, believe me that everything you’ve heard about Moss arguing with coaches this season is about half as bad as it actually was. From a stat analyst perspective, the trade makes no sense, but from a team psychology perspective, it had to happen.

Aaron Schatz

https://www.patspropaganda.com/for-the-record-ive-spoken-to-a-few-people-behind/

New Look Patriots Face a Difficult Second Quarter of 2010

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We knew going into this season that a fast start would be essential for thePatriots to maintain their playoff hopes. Had they faltered like Miami did, losing 2 of 3 division games, it would be a long, hard road to get into the tournament.

I doubt there are many of us that wouldn’t have taken a 3-1 record if offered it before the season started. It hasn’t always been pretty, but as Bill Parcells said “you are what you are” and the Patriots are still in the division race.

The next four games against the Baltimore Ravens, San Diego Chargers,Minnesota Vikings and Cleveland Browns are a daunting task. That’s three 2009 playoff teams, and a Browns team that are no longer pushovers.

Analysis of a tough 2010 quarter number two after the jump…

Bill Simmons Sets Twitter Afire with Randy Moss Trade Rumor

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So today Bill Simmons was trying to send a DM (direct message) to someone on twitter saying simply “Moss Vikings”. When he realized his mistake he followed up with this tweet:

sportsguy33   Sorry that last tweet was supposed to be a DM. Rumors swirling about a Pats-Minny trade for Randy Moss.

And thus a million Patriots fans began losing their minds. Yes, times have changed when it comes to the old rumor mill, which can now churn out baseless speculation to millions of people instantly.

I have to think that Minnesota maybe inquired about Moss and that started the rumors swirling. But who knows, Moss himself said it’s likely he won’t be back with the Patriots in 2011, and if the Pats could get a young impact player I don’t think it’s totally out of the realm of possibility.

Ask yourself this, are the Patriots still a top 10 offense without Moss? Maybe. Would the addition of a pass rusher like Ray Edwards or Jared Allen change the entire complexion of the Pats defense. Probably.

I’m not saying I’m for trading Randy Moss, but if it was the right player in return (impact defensive front seven player) it could possibly make the Patriots into a more well-rounded Super Bowl contender.

We all know the impact Moss has on and off the field. And I mean that in positive ways for both. I’ve enjoyed every second of rooting for an athlete as skilled as Moss, but I know the Patriots, and I know what they lack on defense and what Minnesota could offer. 

Let’s just say stranger things have happened. Never a dull moment with this team. And let’s not forget Minnesota visits Foxboro on Halloween. Oooooh, scary…

BTW – I just have to note that I have very little respect for Simmons’ football insight (as I’ve stated many times), so if/when this rumor is proven false I’ll have even more reason to not listen to anything football related he says.