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Peyton Manning is the quarterback of a rebuilding team that is only a powerhouse because of his presence. Brady is the foreman of a factory that is still unveiling the next model year. The Patriots relied on Brady more than ever before in 2013, but they did not rely on him as much as the Broncos relied on Manning.
This is a MUST READ! Really. Go read it. Now.
https://www.patspropaganda.com/peyton-manning-is-the-quarterback-of-a-rebuilding/
A lot of teams just see it as eight more practice bodies,” said Russ Lande, a former NFL scout. “But the Patriots are one of the few teams that understand how to manipulate the practice squad. They’re using those guys to fill specific roles based on their opponents.
https://www.patspropaganda.com/a-lot-of-teams-just-see-it-as-eight-more-practice/
I remember one AFC head coach telling me once the only coach he ever feared was Belichick. That fear was well earned. Belichick & top coaches of all-time – New England Patriots Blog – ESPN Boston