New England Patriots

[rickyh24]

you pick a playoff team yet? your fav teams are a combined 4-13

:lol :lol

[pathetic]

Kevin Faulk practicing for the first time today

[schreiber89]

:lol what? He's still around?

[thebestauntie]

Kevin Faulk practicing for the first time today
Haha, I just saw the Tweet and came in here to see if anyone posted the information. It makes me feel all warm and fuzzy. :D

[pathetic]

:lol what? He's still around?

yup, he tore his ACL last season

[pathetic]

brady sat out of the team's scrims today. hoyer and mallet led both offenses in the scrims

[thebestauntie]

I miss hearing his name called. I hope he can return on the 30th against the Steelers. That would be awesome.

[pathetic]

I miss hearing his name called. I hope he can return on the 30th against the Steelers. That would be awesome.

he's a gamer, but where is there room for him? as much as i love faulk, i dont want woodhead losing any snaps and i dont want green-ellis or ridley slowing down to allow for faulk to get some carries. he's always gone by the patriot way, so i'm sure he wouldnt mind not seeing a whole lot of playing time unless there's injuries or a blowout

[rickyh24]

Can he play Safety?

[pathetic]

Can he play Safety?

probowl safety? no. better safety than everyone on this team not named chung? hmmmmmmm.....maybe :lol

[thebestauntie]

he's a gamer, but where is there room for him? as much as i love faulk, i dont want woodhead losing any snaps and i dont want green-ellis or ridley slowing down to allow for faulk to get some carries. he's always gone by the patriot way, so i'm sure he wouldnt mind not seeing a whole lot of playing time unless there's injuries or a blowout
Yeah Ridley looked really good on Sunday and Woodhead and Law Firm are themselves. :lol And you're right, Faulk will do (or not do) whatever is needed of him, he's got that Troy Brown attitude. Still I do hope he gets to play in some capacity.

[thebestauntie]

Can he play Safety?
THere's an idea! I mean why not, Troy Brown did it, right? Or did he play CornerBack? I can't remember.

[schreiber89]

I think it was corner and he is a very differnt player than Faulk :lol

[pathetic]

THere's an idea! I mean why not, Troy Brown did it, right? Or did he play CornerBack? I can't remember.

TB was a dback. shutdown corner lulz

[thebestauntie]

Troy Brown was the man.

[pathetic]

Troy Brown was the man.

he still is. he's on the big show (weei) on either wednesdays or fridays. i think its fridays

[thebestauntie]

he still is. he's on the big show (weei) on either wednesdays or fridays. i think its fridays
I should start listening to that show then.

[pathetic]

I should start listening to that show then.

yeah, he's pretty articulate too. very well spoken

[rickyh24]

He is on Mutt and Merloni every Monday too.

[schreiber89]

He's not quite as classy as Terry Glenn

[pathetic]

He is on Mutt and Merloni every Monday too.

he's so much better than Chris carter.

remember when chris called in and was saying brown was wrong about deion branch. he said "Deion disappears too much against 'regalar' corners. He disappears in the game. He’s made, like, three guest appearances since the 'supabow'. … Look at his stats. Look at his game."


:lol they make fun of him all the time for that. big o and holly are always saying 'regalar' and 'supabow'

edit: and this gem "He’s just a guy. You guys have to be real about it,” Carter added. “Great players, they don’t get hurt as much as the other players. There’s a difference between great ones and good ones and average ones.” carter

[rickyh24]

he's so much better than Chris carter.

remember when chris called in and was saying brown was wrong about deion branch. he said "Deion disappears too much against 'regalar' corners. He disappears in the game. He’s made, like, three guest appearances since the 'supabow'. … Look at his stats. Look at his game."


:lol they make fun of him all the time for that. big o and holly are always saying 'regalar' and 'supabow'

edit: and this gem "He’s just a guy. You guys have to be real about it,” Carter added. “Great players, they don’t get hurt as much as the other players. There’s a difference between great ones and good ones and average ones.” carter

:lol "You know dis!!"

[schreiber89]

Chris Carter is awful. He's on Mike and Mike at least twice a week - I have to change the channel when he comes on.

[pathetic]

Chris Carter is awful. He's on Mike and Mike at least twice a week - I have to change the channel when he comes on.
get outta here. he's fucking awesome. makes for great sound bites.

[pathetic]

:lol "You know dis!!"

:lol :lol

whenever they'd talk about sox injuries this year they'd always play this bite, "Great players, they don’t get hurt as much as the other players"

[schreiber89]

get outta here. he's fucking awesome. makes for great sound bites.

Maybe so, I'm tired of it though - especially the c'mon man shit. I haven't heard him say something relevant in a long time.

[pathetic]

Maybe so, I'm tired of it though - especially the c'mon man shit. I haven't heard him say something relevant in a long time.

don't expect to hear him say anything relevant. when they say on the radio, "next up, interview with chris carter" you are expecting an intellectual conversation?

[schreiber89]

don't expect to hear him say anything relevant. when they say on the radio, "next up, interview with chris carter" you are expecting an intellectual conversation?

:lol no but I also change the channel. Im just not interested in listening to him. I think your post might need an n/r btw :lol

[thebestauntie]

he still is. he's on the big show (weei) on either wednesdays or fridays. i think its fridays

He is on Mutt and Merloni every Monday too.
You guys need to let me know the next time he's on, I won't remember. :lol

[rickyh24]

You guys need to let me know the next time he's on, I won't remember. :lol

Next Monday on M&M.
Big Show on Fridays.
Bruschi is on the Big Show every Monday to sit in on the Hoodie interview.

[thebestauntie]

Next Monday on M&M.
Big Show on Fridays.
Bruschi is on the Big Show every Monday to sit in on the Hoodie interview.
What time are the shows?

[pathetic]

What time are the shows?

M&M 10-2
big show 2-5

[rickyh24]

They have audio on demand at weei.com. You can probably find some clips there too.

[thebestauntie]

Thanks guys. :)

[pathetic]

this drops in a couple week. should be a good read for anyone that liked "patriot Reign"
http://www.amazon.com/War-Room-LP-Belichick-Building/dp/0062088874

[dduncan6er]

Patrick Chung is on SportsNation right now. He's bringing the lulz. :lol

[trippingbillie4]

Great article on the D: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d823423ce/article/new-englands-defense-starting-to-jell-after-rough-start-to-2011?campaign=Ext_email_NL_WK7_NE

Man if our defense can all get healthy at the same time we are in serious business

[kingchrisII]

Never has a Tom Brady jersey looked this good..

http://www.wrestlingforum.com/women-wrestling/580955-new-velvet-sky-pix.html

[jackisback24]

Never has a Tom Brady jersey looked this good..

http://www.wrestlingforum.com/women-wrestling/580955-new-velvet-sky-pix.html
that thread got even better with the Natalie avatar in it.:hump

[pathetic]

Atleast we get to watch the jets lose today

[dduncan6er]

That should be a really good game. Mathews could have a huge game for the chargers.

[rickyh24]

Atleast we get to watch the jets lose today

Always a good time.

[rickyh24]

What time are the shows?

Troy will be on eei in a few minutes.

[dduncan6er]

Anybody listen to D&C this morning when they were talking about Gronk hanging out with that porn star this weekend? Probably the funniest conversation I've ever heard on that show.

[thebestauntie]

Troy will be on eei in a few minutes.
Oh thanks! :)

[DMBstandUP1984]

Anybody listen to D&C this morning when they were talking about Gronk hanging out with that porn star this weekend? Probably the funniest conversation I've ever heard on that show.

toucher and rich interviewed the porn star this morning. I guess she used to work with a sports agent and would sleep with players as a way to get them to sign with the agent. She named off a few different players shes slept with but nothing happend with her and Gronk. She did say he carries his jersey around in his suitcase in case situations like that come up, they are going to try and get her out to Boston to come in studio then get her to a pats game

[pathetic]

Anybody listen to D&C this morning when they were talking about Gronk hanging out with that porn star this weekend? Probably the funniest conversation I've ever heard on that show.

:lol yeah that was hilarious

[pathetic]

i hope he doesn't get in trouble with BB. dude just likes to slam porn stars on his off days

[thebestauntie]

Troy Brown "Okay guys, I'll be taking pictures of porn stars." :lol

[RJP2741]

Anybody listen to D&C this morning when they were talking about Gronk hanging out with that porn star this weekend? Probably the funniest conversation I've ever heard on that show.

Should be listening to T&R, they had her on the show.

toucher and rich interviewed the porn star this morning. I guess she used to work with a sports agent and would sleep with players as a way to get them to sign with the agent. She named off a few different players shes slept with but nothing happend with her and Gronk. She did say he carries his jersey around in his suitcase in case situations like that come up, they are going to try and get her out to Boston to come in studio then get her to a pats game

Justin knows what's up.

[jackisback24]

Should be listening to T&R, they had her on the show.



Justin knows what's up.

His name is Touch--her. Blololol. Hey Rich, Touch--her. :lol:lol

[pathetic]

i wouldnt listen to T&R if there were pornstars on there daily

[DMBstandUP1984]

i wouldnt listen to T&R if there were pornstars on there daily

I'm not a huge fan of porn stars or radio shows having naked chicks on their show...its not like I can see them. But the interview was pretty decent they asked her to named some non-married guys she slept with and she said dan uggla..then a texter texted in and said he was married.

My favorite part was how she said she wouldn't get a fake ID when she was 20 because its against the law..but she took on 16 guys in a bet she made if the packers won the super bowl last season.

[dmbmuskie]

toucher and rich interviewed the porn star this morning. I guess she used to work with a sports agent and would sleep with players as a way to get them to sign with the agent. She named off a few different players shes slept with but nothing happend with her and Gronk. She did say he carries his jersey around in his suitcase in case situations like that come up, they are going to try and get her out to Boston to come in studio then get her to a pats game

:lol:lol

[Ascf33]

toucher and rich interviewed the porn star this morning. I guess she used to work with a sports agent and would sleep with players as a way to get them to sign with the agent. She named off a few different players shes slept with but nothing happend with her and Gronk. She did say he carries his jersey around in his suitcase in case situations like that come up, they are going to try and get her out to Boston to come in studio then get her to a pats game

She's been on Howard Stern a few times and mentioned this as well. Her favorite professional athlete is Brett Gardner. :lol

[pathetic]

:lol :lol ocho was tweeting back and fourth with jenna jameson and mikey adams said, "i wonder who catches more balls this weekend?" :lol

[rickyh24]

:lol :lol ocho was tweeting back and fourth with jenna jameson and mikey adams said, "i wonder who catches more balls this weekend?" :lol

:lol:lol:lol

[dduncan6er]

There's no doubt it'll be jenna jameson.

[pathetic]

wow...WEEI just reported that Leigh bodden has been cut.

i dont get it. 2 days prior to playing the game...BB had all bye week to cut him and he cuts him 2 days before the game? i just dont get it.

Kittens will say, "i told you so" but neither dowling/arrington (especially with dowling hurt) are better than bodden

[jackisback24]

It's a :trap.

Mayber Sharper gets signed?

[rickyh24]

It's a :trap.

Mayber Sharper gets signed?

:lol Before Sunday?? Probably not. Secondary just got weaker....nice.

[pathetic]

:lol Before Sunday?? Probably not. Secondary just got weaker....nice.

this. if you're gonna cut him, why not cut him at 7:30pm on sunday? what if arrington and dowling get hurt in the game against the physical pitt WR's? i just dont understand the move

[thebestauntie]

Well it's not like Pittsburgh has a very strong offense.




Oh wait.

:shrug

[thebestauntie]

Who says Ochocinco doesn't have a sense of humor?

From Twitter:
ochocinco (http://twitter.com/#%21/ochocinco) Chad Ochocinco
Because i'm on his fantasy team. RT @elzenun (http://twitter.com/#%21/elzenun): @ochocinco (http://twitter.com/#%21/ochocinco) If that's Jesus, why is he crying?

:lol :lol :lol :lol

[rickyh24]

Mayo is active.

[MGH4007]

Exactly what I feared, struggling defense.

[rickyh24]

Defense not looking good. Hopefully our o-line is allowed to hold too.

[rickyh24]

This is going to be a long game.

[trippingbillie4]

Not Good. This Bye Week is a curse

[rickyh24]

That was big. Need a stop now.

[thebestauntie]

That was big. Need a stop now.
Well technically it would be another stop. :lol

[trippingbillie4]

what happened???? I left the room after Brady took that huge sack

[rickyh24]

Why are defenders just falling down???? Jesus.

[rickyh24]

Pathetic. Just let them score at this point. Need some time with the ball.

[rickyh24]

Fucking gross. Cut some more defensive guys bill.

[thebestauntie]

Ugh, it's going to be a long day. I think I would rather be sitting at home in the dark with no power or heat than stay here watching this game. :lol

[rickyh24]

I'll take it. Just need to come out and score a hope for a miracle stop after that.

[trippingbillie4]

Not in a bad position at all. Hopefully they make the right adjustments.

[rickyh24]

Yup the way this started I'm gone being down one score right now.

[rickyh24]

Junk possession to open the half. Nice.

[rickyh24]

Tackle maybe????

[trippingbillie4]

fuck this defense

[trippingbillie4]

This is pathetic. I refuse to watch this.

[rickyh24]

3rd and 15 and there was no doubt in my mind they were getting the first. This is pathetic. Can't beat anyone like this.

[jackisback24]

awful awful defense. Bill has a lot and I MEAN a lot of work to do with this team.

[rickyh24]

awful awful defense. Bill has a lot and I MEAN a lot of work to do with this team.

It can't be fixed this year. We just need to deal with it. They beefed up the dline but totally ignored the secondary. They should have seen this coming.

[trippingbillie4]

Alright, took a 10 minute breather. I'm back.

[rickyh24]

And that is game.

[thebridge15]

We have to have the worst secondary in the league, right?

[rickyh24]

We have to have the worst secondary in the league, right?

Definitely. It's a joke. 3rd down and long stops do not exist.

[thebridge15]

No pass coverage exists. Miller was wide open almost every play in the first half.

[rickyh24]

No pass coverage exists. Miller was wide open almost every play in the first half.

They were able to adjust as far as that goes. If they could stop someone on 3rd and long they would look a lot better.

[trippingbillie4]

Fuck this mickey mouse shit

[trippingbillie4]

Why the hell did they not challenge that??? They pretty much lost 2 minutes for not challenging that call. Definitely the biggest mistake of the entire game.

[rickyh24]

The fact that the refs could not tell that was a TD is amazing. How are they that blind?? Just call it a TD then upstairs will let you know if it is not. Embarrassing for the ref crew.

[jackisback24]

very aggravating game. :BANG:BANG:BANG

[jackisback24]

I still can't believe they didn't kick deep with the 2-minute warning, time outs to work with and the time clock well past 2 minutes and change. I mean, on-side kicks are absolute desperation. Just kick it deep and maybe you can stop them. Maybe Carter strips the ball. I would not have on-side kicked right there.

[rickyh24]

This defense hadn't stopped them all day. Why do you think kicking it was the thing to do?? Because the onside didn't work?

[thebridge15]

Because if you onside and fail, and force them into a three and out, they can kick a FG instead of punt.

[jackisback24]

Herzleg from Boston College is coming up on 60 Minutes (I know I butchered his name).

[jackisback24]

Because if you onside and fail, and force them into a three and out, they can kick a FG instead of punt.
This. It becomes a two-score game. Rick, had it worked or not worked, I still would not have done it. They had time outs to work with. It wasn't the right thing to do there, even if they got the ball.

[smudge1]

Do they drink beer on the sidelines???

[jackisback24]

no but there were more Pats fans at this game then Rays fans at home playoff games.

[rickyh24]

The defense was not stopping the steelers either way. Based on this alone the onside kick was the right move. It just wasn't executed.

[jackisback24]

The one bright spot on D that I really like is Carter (and Wilfork). Carter gets no love but is a big part of this team's success.

[rickyh24]

The d line is fine. The secondary is just atrocious.

[jackisback24]

Bruschi on 60 min right now.

[schreiber89]

The defense was not stopping the steelers either way. Based on this alone the onside kick was the right move. It just wasn't executed.

Yeah, I agree. There is no reason he should have had confidence in the defense to get a 3 and out - it was the right call.

Isn't there a rule against intentionally pushing a ball forward like Polamalu did at the end? Jim Nantz just said "heads up play" :lol

[rickyh24]

Ya that is definitely not allowed. Refs are clueless though. They couldn't even tell Gronk had that td.

[smudge1]

The defense was not stopping the steelers either way. Based on this alone the onside kick was the right move. It just wasn't executed.

The d line is fine. The secondary is just atrocious.Say what Willis???

[schreiber89]

Ya that is definitely not allowed. Refs are clueless though. They couldn't even tell Gronk had that td.

Why didn't they challenge this? I think that's on them more than the refs unless there was something I was missing. That's an easier call to miss.

[rickyh24]

Say what Willis???

What ate you talking about?? You never make sense.

[scrock25]

Ya that is definitely not allowed. Refs are clueless though. They couldn't even tell Gronk had that td.

Different sport... same bitch!

Blaming ole blue again I see.

[rickyh24]

Why didn't they challenge this? I think that's on them more than the refs unless there was something I was missing. That's an easier call to miss.

How is that not on the refs? If it's close they should call it a td then it automatically gets reviewed with the new rule. He was clearly in the end zone. It was obvious.

[rickyh24]

Different sport... same bitch!

Blaming ole blue again I see.

I'm not blaming anything on them. Learn how to read. Different sport...same dumbness!

[rickyh24]

And nfl refs don't wear blue idiot.

[scrock25]

:lol :lol

You funnay, Ricky!!

[schreiber89]

How is that not on the refs? If it's close they should call it a td then it automatically gets reviewed with the new rule. He was clearly in the end zone. It was obvious.

Well it's obviously a bad call but it's more understandable how they miss it. It's harder to tell in regular speed and with his back to the end zone it's tough to know when the ball breaks the plane. Still doesn;t explain why they didn't challenge if it was so obvious - it changed the end of the game drastically because it took so much extra time to score.

Also, Brady took about an hour changing the play on 3rd down at the line which was strange

[rickyh24]

Scrocks is the worst. You mention the refs and he automatically starts crying saying you are blaming them for everything :lol

[schreiber89]

Also, what's the correct ruling on the Polamalu play? Is it Pats ball at the spot where he punched it?

[rickyh24]

Well it's obviously a bad call but it's more understandable how they miss it. It's harder to tell in regular speed and with his back to the end zone it's tough to know when the ball breaks the plane. Still doesn;t explain why they didn't challenge if it was so obvious - it changed the end of the game drastically because it took so much extra time to score.

Also, Brady took about an hour changing the play on 3rd down at the line which was strange

The only reason I can think he didn't challenge it was just in case they got it wrong. The time outs can't be wasted at that point. I agree they should face but the call should be made correctly. Especially with the new rule in place.

[smudge1]

Different sport... same bitch!

Blaming ole blue again I see.:lol:lol:lol

[dmbbearcat]

Fwiw, I don't think Brady played poorly today. The offense just wasn't out there enough to ever really get into a rhythm, until that last drive. The Steelers had a great gameplan and they executed really well. I think they're AFC favorites right now, but New England isn't really far behind.

[rickyh24]

Also, what's the correct ruling on the Polamalu play? Is it Pats ball at the spot where he punched it?

I'm not sure. You would think that would be the case.

[rickyh24]

:lol:lol:lol

You would laugh at something that makes no sense.

[schreiber89]

I'm not sure. You would think that would be the case.

I was watching the replay and thinking, there's no way he's supposed to be allowed to do that :lol

[rickyh24]

Fwiw, I don't think Brady played poorly today. The offense just wasn't out there enough to ever really get into a rhythm, until that last drive. The Steelers had a great gameplan and they executed really well. I think they're AFC favorites right now, but New England isn't really far behind.

Secondary cost them the game. They couldn't even stop them on multiple third and longs. It was gross. Still didn't really lose by much playing that bad. It needs to be fixed though.

[scrock25]

Scrocks is the worst. You mention the refs and he automatically starts crying saying you are blaming them for everything :lol

Pretty sure I'm laughing at you buddy, not crying.

Stop being so dumb.

[rickyh24]

Pretty sure I'm laughing at you buddy, not crying.

Stop being so dumb.

You are the dumb one. Please show me where I blamed the refs for this loss.

[dmbbearcat]

Secondary cost them the game. They couldn't even stop them on multiple third and longs. It was gross. Still didn't really lose by much playing that bad. It needs to be fixed though.

Yep, I have zero confidence in the Pats defense to hold teams on 3rd down situations. The pass rush, to me, is the biggest weakness and I think that causes the secondary to look worse than it really is at times. It's already below average, but a bad secondary can look good if you can rush the passer consistently.

[smudge1]

You would laugh at something that makes no sense.I know nothing about football or baseball. I laugh at your arrogance that will come back to bite you in the ass. How does that Crawford jersey look on your dog?

[rickyh24]

I know nothing about football or baseball. I laugh at your arrogance that will come back to bite you in the ass. How does that Crawford jersey look on your dog?

:lol what fuck. U high?

[dmbredsox36]

That game was disgusting to watch, let alone watching it with a Steelers friend. The defense's inability to get off the field was ridiculous. It felt like the Steelers had the ball 90% of the game.

BB's decision making also has to be questioned; not challenging the Gronk TD cost them two minutes, and they should've just kicked the ball deep and hope the defense could make a stop. I know they weren't too successful all day, but there's a better chance they stop 3 runs versus recovering an onside kick. And WTF is Kevin Faulk doing starting and being a feature back while BGE, Ridley and Woodhead sit? Great offensive game plan.

[pathetic]

That game was disgusting to watch, let alone watching it with a Steelers friend. The defense's inability to get off the field was ridiculous. It felt like the Steelers had the ball 90% of the game.

BB's decision making also has to be questioned; not challenging the Gronk TD cost them two minutes, and they should've just kicked the ball deep and hope the defense could make a stop. I know they weren't too successful all day, but there's a better chance they stop 3 runs versus recovering an onside kick. And WTF is Kevin Faulk doing starting and being a feature back while BGE, Ridley and Woodhead sit? Great offensive game plan.

this. it was a bad decision not to challenge that.

i don't understand a lot of things about yesterday's game. that challenege and kevin faulk getting most of the reps were the two that baffled me the most.

also, nice job cutting bodden. molden couldnt even last the first half out there. horrible game. there's no way this team should look that bad coming off a bye week

[pathetic]

i still dont know how that game was a 1 score game yesterday. seemed like the steelers pressured every pass and the pats couldnt stop steeler's receivers from running free through their secondary. this was a pathetic showing.

[pathetic]

why does LA have a penn state avatar? wtf?

[thebestauntie]

why does LA have a penn state avatar? wtf?
Because I will be a student there next fall.

[pathetic]

Because I will be a student there next fall.

:thumbsup congrats, LA! why penn st?

i thought it was another team/school you were pink hatting for ;)

edit: my neighbor is obsessed with OSU. he has buckeye curtains in his house, buckeye rugs, buckeye wallpaper in some rooms. i figured he went there...well he did, for a semester of online classes or something like that :lol

[thebestauntie]

:thumbsup congrats, LA! why penn st?

i thought it was another team/school you were pink hatting for ;)

edit: my neighbor is obsessed with OSU. he has buckeye curtains in his house, buckeye rugs, buckeye wallpaper in some rooms. i figured he went there...well he did, for a semester of online classes or something like that :lol
Hahaha, well I have been pink-hatting it up for Penn State football for about 20 years now and it's been my dream to go to school there. I finally decided a couple of months ago to go for it and apply for admission for next fall. I found out Saturday that I got accepted. :D

I've actually been to a few Penn State football games, one of them at Beaver Stadium in State College PA. I have all kinds of Penn State stuff at home, including a Penn State windbreaker, Penn State blanket, Penn State Teddy Bear, etc. :lol

[rickyh24]

At least when this team loses to a good team this thread doesn't turn to shit. With a couple exceptions if course. It was a lot worse after the bills loss though.

[jackisback24]

Our defense has more wide open holes than a Bree Olson bachelorette party. For real.

[gocubsgo3822]

My phone died yeterday so I forgot to come in here and say

Ruh Roh :eek

[rickyh24]

You're an idiot and a bears fan. Move along.

[pathetic]

Bears :lol

[schreiber89]

At least when this team loses to a good team this thread doesn't turn to shit. With a couple exceptions if course. It was a lot worse after the bills loss though.

:lol We're not use to winning. Give us a break.

[rickyh24]

:lol We're not use to winning. Give us a break.

It wasn't even bills fans. I wouldn't care about you talking shit after a win. It's the dumb trollers that are annoying. See a few posts up.

[dmbredsox36]

this. it was a bad decision not to challenge that.

i don't understand a lot of things about yesterday's game. that challenege and kevin faulk getting most of the reps were the two that baffled me the most.

also, nice job cutting bodden. molden couldnt even last the first half out there. horrible game. there's no way this team should look that bad coming off a bye week

Exactly. Sometimes I think BB thinks he's so smart that his asinine decisions like giving the workload to Faulk or not challenging that TD or cutting Bodden are all going to work out.

Kinda like he how keeps thinking all of those first round draft picks they trade out of are magically going to yield a new secondary and pass rush that doesn't suck. :lol

Edit: And while I'm ranting (I apologize) I think they need to add a big time deep threat WR to the list of draft needs. Will they get it? Of course not.

[pathetic]

Exactly. Sometimes I think BB thinks he's so smart that his asinine decisions like giving the workload to Faulk or not challenging that TD or cutting Bodden are all going to work out.

Kinda like he how keeps thinking all of those first round draft picks they trade out of are magically going to yield a new secondary and pass rush that doesn't suck. :lol

Edit: And while I'm ranting (I apologize) I think they need to add a big time deep threat WR to the list of draft needs. Will they get it? Of course not.

this Defense was in rebuilding mode last year and this year they aren't much better. i am confident that BB will do something to fix this defense, but they won't be a great defense this season...

looks like the offense is going to have to score 30 to win until BB fixes this

[pathetic]

BB's gonna be on WEEI in 45min

[dmbredsox36]

this Defense was in rebuilding mode last year and this year they aren't much better. i am confident that BB will do something to fix this defense, but they won't be a great defense this season...

looks like the offense is going to have to score 30 to win until BB fixes this

I understand they're in rebuilding mode, but they can't keep saying that. It's frustrating when they could try to improve through the draft and they don't, all because BB thinks he can fix it.

If Brady and the offense can't get on the field because the defense sucks, then they can't score 30+ points to win.

[DMBstandUP1984]

exposed...

[DMBstandUP1984]

this Defense was in rebuilding mode last year and this year they aren't much better. i am confident that BB will do something to fix this defense, but they won't be a great defense this season...

looks like the offense is going to have to score 30 to win until BB fixes this

The defense this year looks much worse then it did last year

[schreiber89]

BB's gonna be on WEEI in 45min

His interviews are the worst.

[dmbredsox36]

The defense this year looks much worse then it did last year

I know I'm just venting and angry because of the loss, but the defense does indeed look much worse then last year. I feel like BB's arrogance has cost them some chances to at least start rebuilding with some young draft picks.

[schreiber89]

I know I'm just venting and angry because of the loss, but the defense does indeed look much worse then last year. I feel like BB's arrogance has cost them some chances to at least start rebuilding with some young draft picks.

They've drafted quite a few defensive players. I think 11 over the last 3 years (don't quote me on that). They just aren't good picks.

[dmbredsox36]

They've drafted quite a few defensive players. I think 11 over the last 3 years (don't quote me on that). They just aren't good picks.

And part of that I think is because they're later round picks. I know lately they've gotten Gronk/Hernandez and Solder (among others I know) as solid players/pieces, but maybe instead of stockpiling so many picks and consistently trading out, they should trade up to get a big DE, no?

[schreiber89]

And part of that I think is because they're later round picks. I know lately they've gotten Gronk/Hernandez and Solder (among others I know) as solid players/pieces, but maybe instead of stockpiling so many picks and consistently trading out, they should trade up to get a big DE, no?

I don't disagree with that. I'm in the group that thinks you can't have a good D without at least a solid pass rush.

[dmbredsox36]

I don't disagree with that. I'm in the group that thinks you can't have a good D without at least a solid pass rush.

Like my father has always said: Defense, Defense, Defense. Defense wins games. :lol

No but seriously in the end, defense is key no matter what the sport. Yesterday was just another example for the Pats. Brady and the offense can't do what they do best if they can't get on the field because the defense sucks balls.

[rickyh24]

exposed...

By one if the best teams in the league. How did your boys do last night?

[pathetic]

By one if the best teams in the league. How did your boys do last night?

if peyton never plays again (i think there's a good chance he doesnt) Justin won't give a shit about the colts.

ohhhhh. you mean cowboys??? lol

[schreiber89]

if peyton never plays again (i think there's a good chance he doesnt) Justin won't give a shit about the colts.

ohhhhh. you mean cowboys??? lol

I think both are applicable

[rickyh24]

if peyton never plays again (i think there's a good chance he doesnt) Justin won't give a shit about the colts.

ohhhhh. you mean cowboys??? lol

:lol must suck to have 3 favorite teams and none will see the post season. Pats d played horrible and they still had a shot to beat their biggest afc opponent. They were not "exposed" by any means.

[pathetic]

:lol must suck to have 3 favorite teams and none will see the post season. Pats d played horrible and they still had a shot to beat their biggest afc opponent. They were not "exposed" by any means.

exposed :lol :lol

man, this Defense was amazing until yesterday...too bad Pitt exposed us :shrug

[thebestauntie]

exposed :lol :lol

man, this Defense was amazing until yesterday...too bad Pitt exposed us :shrug
Especially with all the bragging us fans have been doing about how good the defense is...

[rickyh24]

:lol exactly.

[pathetic]

lulz are always delivered after a patriots loss.

[schreiber89]

I've been saying this for a while but yesterday proves

Sanchez > Brady

All that time on the sideline and I didn't see him get down even 1 hot dog

[DMBstandUP1984]

i love how you guys always go back to the same shit. You don't think the Eagles offense will pick apart that Defense also? Kind of like how the Cowboys did they just shot themselves in the foot at the end of the game.

There defense is made up of a bunch of un-drafted free agents they have no really number 1 DB. Their best linebacker (mayo) is maybe a good number 2 on a team with a good defense. Someone on that coaching staff just needs to speak up and not be afraid of BB while in the draft room his defensive drafting has been horrible the past few years

[DMBstandUP1984]

and to add to that Kevin Faulk...way to much time on the field last night. Where was Ridley

[dduncan6er]

i love how you guys always go back to the same shit. You don't think the Eagles offense will pick apart that Defense also? Kind of like how the Cowboys did they just shot themselves in the foot at the end of the game.

There defense is made up of a bunch of un-drafted free agents they have no really number 1 DB. Their best linebacker (mayo) is maybe a good number 2 on a team with a good defense. Someone on that coaching staff just needs to speak up and not be afraid of BB while in the draft room his defensive drafting has been horrible the past few years

You consider putting up 17 points picking apart a defense?

[rickyh24]

:lol we always go back to the same shit.

[DMBstandUP1984]

You consider putting up 17 points picking apart a defense?

i consider not being able to stop a team on third down, Ben Roethlisberger throwing for 357 yards and completing 72% of his passes pretty revealing

[scrock25]

Bears :lol

:lol srsly

Bears :lol

[rickyh24]

i consider not being able to stop a team on third down, Ben Roethlisberger throwing for 357 yards and completing 72% of his passes pretty revealing

How is it revealing??? Did we not know this about the defense before? You are the one that always comes in here with the same shit. The pats lost to the best team in the afc in their house. It happens. They are still 5-2.

[dduncan6er]

i consider not being able to stop a team on third down, Ben Roethlisberger throwing for 357 yards and completing 72% of his passes pretty revealing

What does this have to do with what I said? No shit the steelers picked the defense apart. I asked you how you consider the cowboys putting up 17 points picking the patriots apart. There's tons of evidence the defense is horrible but I don't think that cowboys game is an example of it at all.

[DMBstandUP1984]

What does this have to do with what I said? No shit the steelers picked the defense apart. I asked you how you consider the cowboys putting up 17 points picking the patriots apart. There's tons of evidence the defense is horrible but I don't think that cowboys game is an example of it at all.

The cowboys attacked their secondary almost like every QB they have faced has done and done well at. I only brought up the cowboys because of the "how'd your boys do" last night comment. Yea Cowboys lost Colts suck oh my what shall i ever do.

[rickyh24]

What does a week ago have to do with how your boys did last night?? Talk about "exposed". :lol

[jackisback24]

The other thing about the game that I didn't see mentioned (it may have been--didn't see it) is if the Pats don't miss that FG, it's a 23-20 game. Had the Pats not screwed around with the time clock towards the end (Gronk non call TD) there would've been close to a minute to play with to get in FG range during the last drive. Chance to tie it for OT.

[schreiber89]

The other thing about the game that I didn't see mentioned (it may have been--didn't see it) is if the Pats don't miss that FG, it's a 23-20 game. Had the Pats not screwed around with the time clock towards the end (Gronk non call TD) there would've been close to a minute to play with to get in FG range during the last drive. Chance to tie it for OT.

The Steelers missed a lot of opportunities too though. How many times were they in the red-zone? Like 6 and got 2 two TD's.

[DMBstandUP1984]

The Steelers missed a lot of opportunities too though. How many times were they in the red-zone? Like 6 and got 2 two TD's.

the biggest play that kept it as close as it was was the pick thrown by Ben if he doesn't throw that they would have at least marched down the field for a field goal.

anyone else feel like this season for the pats is almost a carbon copy of last season so far? The bills loss this season looked a lot like the loss against the Jets and this Sundays loss looked a lot like the Browns loss.

[DMBstandUP1984]

and the way Brady managed the clock at the end of the game seemed awfully a lot like the "7 minute drive to nowhere" from I think it was the 4th and 2 game against the Colts.

[pathetic]

and to add to that Kevin Faulk...way to much time on the field last night. Where was Ridley

where was benny? danny woodcock? i dont get why faulk got the bulk of the carries

[pathetic]

and the way Brady managed the clock at the end of the game seemed awfully a lot like the "7 minute drive to nowhere" from I think it was the 4th and 2 game against the Colts.

you mean the drive where they scored a TD and the refs didnt call it in? i thought they were supposed to call all questionable TDs so they can review it... BB should've challenged it anyway, but it took a lot of time off the clock.

[pathetic]

wtf? julian edelman due in court today for indecent assault and battery

[pathetic]

wtf? julian edelman due in court today for indecent assault and battery

i guess this is a sex crime.

[pathetic]

http://www.bostonherald.com/sports/football/patriots/view.bg?articleid=1377534

[CrashDMB237]

OMFG character issues!

[pathetic]

OMFG character issues!

it'd suck if edelman had to register as a sex offender, but sanchez can keep banging 16year olds

[CrashDMB237]

it'd suck if edelman had to register as a sex offender, but sanchez can keep banging 16year olds

Not an offense when 16 is the legal age :thumbsup

At least Sanchez got permission.

[pathetic]

:lol :lol atleast

[CrashDMB237]

http://www.csnne.com/blog/patriots-talk/post/Patriots-receiver-Julian-Edelman-arreste?blockID=586046&feedID=10426

So he was out at a club on a Monday night/Tuesday morning when it happened? This is just... inexplicable!

[pathetic]

groped between the legs on the dance floor? he'll prob only be charged with simple assualt

[abbotter88]

and the way Brady managed the clock at the end of the game seemed awfully a lot like the "7 minute drive to nowhere" from I think it was the 4th and 2 game against the Colts.


Disagree....They got out of bounds on most of those throws, and were inside the 5 with about 4 minutes left if my memory serves me. If that Gronk catch is a TD, they kick it deep with 3 timeouts and the 2 minute, with just under 4 minutes to play. Seems pretty good to me

[dduncan6er]

Borderline player does something that stupid? I'll be surprised to see him in a patriots uniform again.

[abbotter88]

the biggest play that kept it as close as it was was the pick thrown by Ben if he doesn't throw that they would have at least marched down the field for a field goal.

anyone else feel like this season for the pats is almost a carbon copy of last season so far? The bills loss this season looked a lot like the loss against the Jets and this Sundays loss looked a lot like the Browns loss.

:ugh How so? That browns loss was a huge upset. A 20 point loss, with two lost fumbles.

The steelers game was against one of the best teams in the AFC, no turnovers, and an 8 point loss.

[DMBstandUP1984]

Disagree....They got out of bounds on most of those throws, and were inside the 5 with about 4 minutes left if my memory serves me. If that Gronk catch is a TD, they kick it deep with 3 timeouts and the 2 minute, with just under 4 minutes to play. Seems pretty good to me

i think BB expected brady to run up to the line and get another play off as quickly as he could...but he let the clock run down and then couldn't get it in again which brought up 4th and yes they scored but so much time has passed.

As far as Elderman and the groping charge...i think this is his first grab of the season wucka wucka

[DMBstandUP1984]

The bar this took place at their staff kicked the alleged victim and witness out way before they did Elderman....sounds like a lawsuit

[rickyh24]

where was benny? danny woodcock? i dont get why faulk got the bulk of the carries

Ben is still hurt. You could tell he wasn't 100.

[pathetic]

Ben is still hurt. You could tell he wasn't 100.

woodhead and ridley should've been in there more though

[rickyh24]

and the way Brady managed the clock at the end of the game seemed awfully a lot like the "7 minute drive to nowhere" from I think it was the 4th and 2 game against the Colts.

The more you post the more it looks like you don't even watch. They scored on that drive. It was a blown call. Then on one play Brady took too long. How is that a 7 minute drive to nowhere? You make no sense.

[rickyh24]

OMFG character issues!

He will be cut. Jets would give him a raise.

[DMBstandUP1984]

The more you post the more it looks like you don't even watch. They scored on that drive. It was a blown call. Then on one play Brady took too long. How is that a 7 minute drive to nowhere? You make no sense.

i'm not even 100% sure if thats the game. i just remember brady taking FOREVER and even me as a non-patriots fan was frustrated at the time he was taking to go down the field and score

[CrashDMB237]

He will be cut. Jets would give him a raise.

Yup, just like they did with Bray... oh wait a minute.

[rickyh24]

i'm not even 100% sure if thats the game. i just remember brady taking FOREVER and even me as a non-patriots fan was frustrated at the time he was taking to go down the field and score

I'm talking about this week. The drive was fine. The missed call and Brady taking too long on one play fucked it up. Otherwise it was exactly what he needed to do.

[DMBstandUP1984]

I'm talking about this week. The drive was fine. The missed call and Brady taking too long on one play fucked it up. Otherwise it was exactly what he needed to do.

it was the Jets playoff game.

[pathetic]

I'm talking about this week. The drive was fine. The missed call and Brady taking too long on one play fucked it up. Otherwise it was exactly what he needed to do.

i agree he did take a little long, but you have to make sure you score on that drive. pitt is not a dumb defense and they will capitalize on a mistake made by a rushed offense.

[hbktonyb]

From a standings standpoint, you rooting for the Jets or the Bills?

[pathetic]

From a standings standpoint, you rooting for the Jets or the Bills?

the team that's less of a threat to the pats...so prob the Jets

[dduncan6er]

Yup, just like they did with Bray... oh wait a minute.

They can't bother signing guys convicted of misdemeanors when theres still convicted felons that are free agents.

[rickyh24]

i agree he did take a little long, but you have to make sure you score on that drive. pitt is not a dumb defense and they will capitalize on a mistake made by a rushed offense.

The play should have been challenged. Bill says he didn't see a replay until after so he didn't want to take a chance at wasting a TO but a challenge would have stopped the clock and they could have got the right personnel on the field. Part of the reason Brady took so long is because they had their no huddle offense out there.

[hbktonyb]

the team that's less of a threat to the pats...so prob the Jets

Interesting. Just wondering.

[rickyh24]

I really don't care who wins the Jets/Bills game at this point. I guess if I had to pick one I would go with the Bills.

[DMBstandUP1984]

The play should have been challenged. Bill says he didn't see a replay until after so he didn't want to take a chance at wasting a TO but a challenge would have stopped the clock and they could have got the right personnel on the field. Part of the reason Brady took so long is because they had their no huddle offense out there.

aren't there people in the booth that are paid to watch for stuff like that and report back down to the coach?

[rickyh24]

aren't there people in the booth that are paid to watch for stuff like that and report back down to the coach?

No replay was shown until after the next play. How would people in the booth know for sure quickly enough to not waste a TO? They could have immediately called a TO then I'm guessing the booth would have got their replay but then you have wasted a TO either way. Which Bill thought was more valuable at the time I guess.

[DMBstandUP1984]

No replay was shown until after the next play. How would people in the booth know for sure quickly enough to not waste a TO? They could have immediately called a TO then I'm guessing the booth would have got their replay but then you have wasted a TO either way. Which Bill thought was more valuable at the time I guess.

at that point wouldn't anything have been better then letting the play clock run down another 30 seconds.

and if it was really because brady had the no huddle offense out there...wouldn't a TO also have allowed them to get the right personal on the field?..seriously the excuse train Pats fans roll out with is pathetic(see what i did there)...and also the sheer overreaction to people calling in to local radio the last two days is even worse. Until they get someone on the staff thats not scared to speak up to BB like they used to have (when they were winning super bowls) or when he figures out how to draft a decent defensive player nothing will change.

[rickyh24]

and if it was really because brady had the no huddle offense out there...wouldn't a TO also have allowed them to get the right personal on the field?..seriously the excuse train Pats fans roll out with is pathetic(see what i did there)...and also the sheer overreaction to people calling in to local radio the last two days is even worse. Until they get someone on the staff thats not scared to speak up to BB like they used to have (when they were winning super bowls) or when he figures out how to draft a decent defensive player nothing will change.

Excuse train?? This is why you are a joke in this thread. I already said that the play should have been challenged to get the right personnel on the field. Do you actually read posts?? I'm not making any excuses.

[pathetic]

excuse train rollin...

[rickyh24]

This is probably that point where he says he was not talking about me. Then we are back to him making generalizations about the whole fan base over what his cousin and a few radio callers say. Fun stuff.

[pathetic]

This is probably that point where he says he was not talking about me. Then we are back to him making generalizations about the whole fan base over what his cousin and a few radio callers say. Fun stuff.

:lol :lol

[DMBstandUP1984]

Excuse train?? This is why you are a joke in this thread. I already said that the play should have been challenged to get the right personnel on the field. Do you actually read posts?? I'm not making any excuses.

i'm talking about everything every time they lose (lets not forget i live in boston) i hear it from everyone and sports radio...oh its this its that..when im out watching the game every time Brady throws an incomplete pass its pass interference or roughing the passer,..or its the opposite its oh no we are done we will never win another game its the end of the world we should have traded Brady after Cassell took us 11-5. Pats fan as a whole are the biggest group of losers i've ever seen half of them look like they go home and beat their wives after a loss.

trying to argue with Patriots fans is like trying to argue with someone that thinks Tupac is the greatest rapper of all time.

[rickyh24]

:lol :lol and there it is

[pathetic]

oh man.. please...

what team's fanbase doesn't have the people that are like that after a loss? every team has a portion of the fanbase that sucks. like ricky said, why do you make a generalization of a fan base based on what your friends say (they are prob sick of debating issues with a colts/jets/cowboys fan anyway) and what's said on sports hub?

[DMBstandUP1984]

oh man.. please...

what team's fanbase doesn't have the people that are like that after a loss? every team has a portion of the fanbase that sucks. like ricky said, why do you make a generalization of a fan base based on what your friends say (they are prob sick of debating issues with a colts/jets/cowboys fan anyway) and what's said on sports hub?

Im making a generalization that the majority of pats fans are fans like that. Based off a lot more then just what my friends say or the sports hub. Ive lived in Boston my whole life I think i have a pretty good grasp of their fan base.

[rickyh24]

Pats fan as a whole are the biggest group of losers i've ever seen half of them look like they go home and beat their wives after a loss. .

This part should be singled out. You are such an idiot.

[pathetic]

Im making a generalization that the majority of pats fans are fans like that. Based off a lot more then just what my friends say or the sports hub. Ive lived in Boston my whole life I think i have a pretty good grasp of their fan base.

your hatred for the pats fanbase stems off your hatred for the pats. obviously it doesn't piss you off enough to relocate, but if you put me in NY do you think i'd have the greatest things to say about the jets fanbase?

[DMBstandUP1984]

This part should be singled out. You are such an idiot.

please i remember the year they lost Brady..grown man crying literally tears on the news being interviewed about it.

[rickyh24]

please i remember the year they lost Brady..grown man crying literally tears on the news being interviewed about it.

Right so even if there was men crying over it :lol That clearly means they probably go home and beat their wives. It also definitley means they represent half the fan base. You are a joke.

[DMBstandUP1984]

Right so even if there was men crying over it :lol That clearly means they probably go home and beat their wives. It also definitley means they represent half the fan base. You are a joke.

you're a fucking joke....they represent the fan base. not just you and your awesome buddy in this thread. with your cool we just turn around what the last person said and put them down using their own words..kewl!

get bent kid.

can't wait to you reply "oooh we pissed him off lol"

[Ascf33]

ISO: Katie Brady matchup predictions.

I need a new sig.

[pathetic]

you're a fucking joke....they represent the fan base. not just you and your awesome buddy in this thread. with your cool we just turn around what the last person said and put them down using their own words..kewl!

get bent kid.

can't wait to you reply "oooh we pissed him off lol"

lol, u mad bro?

[DMBstandUP1984]

lol, u mad bro?

i'm at work i work 5 days a week i only get mad when i'm not busy

[pathetic]

http://espn.go.com/blog/boston/new-england-patriots/post/_/id/4707894/obrien-wants-more-price-in-offense

i like price. best deep threat we have on the team

[rickyh24]

you're a fucking joke....they represent the fan base. not just you and your awesome buddy in this thread. with your cool we just turn around what the last person said and put them down using their own words..kewl!

get bent kid.

can't wait to you reply "oooh we pissed him off lol"

:lol Bro Manning will be back. Settle down. No need to act like a five year old.

[pathetic]

:lol Bro Manning will be back. Settle down. No need to act like a five year old.

and if peyton never comes back, he can just bandwagon for whatever team luck gets drafted to.

o/

[rickyh24]

and if peyton never comes back, he can just bandwagon for whatever team luck gets drafted to.

o/

Did you see Romo get exposed last week bro???

Maybe we should get bent??

\o

[DMBstandUP1984]

kidding me I'm on board for the suck for luck campaign...but I'm sure Hoyer/Mallett will be just as good

[pathetic]

Did you see Romo get exposed last week bro???

Maybe we should get bent??

\o

get a hobby bro, like xbox or something that doesnt record post count

[DMBstandUP1984]

You two are really the most awesome couple guys i've ever seen write words in a forum.

[rickyh24]

get a hobby bro, like xbox or something that doesnt record post count

I'm such a loser because of my post count and avatar.

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_MRmtMw9M_MI/TGpgQDcx4aI/AAAAAAAAALo/bv10CT0GViY/s400/highfive_Borat.gif

[DMBstandUP1984]

no you're a loser because your searched the internet for a high five image

[rickyh24]

no you're a loser because your searched the internet for a high five image

Using Google makes you a loser and after patriots losses we beat our wives.

I'm learning a lot today.

[pathetic]

shaun ellis has bruised ribs, questionable for sunday

[rickyh24]

shaun ellis has bruised ribs, questionable for sunday

Very informative post. \o

[pathetic]

Very informative post. \o

i know it's not as informative as, "exposed..." but that's all i had this morning

[drop2d]

The last page+ is gold... I literally just cried actual tears and then checked in the mirror to see if I looked like a wifebeater. What do you think guys?

http://sarcasticgamer.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2008/01/wifebeater.jpg

Am I a proper Pats fan?!?!?

[pathetic]

i know edelman looks like welker, but his hands are subpar in comparison

that was edelman doing his best as a slot receiver

:lol whiner line was on fire yesterday

[pathetic]

i'd kill to have james sanders back and he's not even a great player. this team could really use him though

[dmbredsox36]

Going to my first Patriots game today; my wife surprised me with a trip out to Boston and tickets to the game. Now I'm hoping the team can get back on track and win. Any tips or suggestions for the stadium?

[pathetic]

Going to my first Patriots game today; my wife surprised me with a trip out to Boston and tickets to the game. Now I'm hoping the team can get back on track and win. Any tips or suggestions for the stadium?

Have fun man!!! Where are your seats? Should have great weather

[artiej1120]

Going to my first Patriots game today; my wife surprised me with a trip out to Boston and tickets to the game. Now I'm hoping the team can get back on track and win. Any tips or suggestions for the stadium?

If you have an hour or so to kill before/after the game, check out the Hall of Fame which is connected to the stadium. It's a must for any fan. Other than that, be ready to stand on every defensive 3rd down, prepare to lose your voice, and have a blast!