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2 February 2012
Aside from Wes Welker (who caught 122 goddamn passes in 2011), who does Brady really have on the outside that isn’t craptacular? Deion Branch is WAY past his prime, Julian Edelman is somehow still very raw and Chad Ochocinco has been a complete waste of a roster spot this year. The fact that Brady’s still putting up the kind of numbers he is with nothing at wide-out besides a great slot guy speaks very loudly to the offensive coaching staff and his outrageously skilled tight ends. Who needs Randy Moss?
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22 January 2012
With Rob Gronkowski, Aaron Hernandez and Wes Welker running around from the tight end and slot spots, there just isn’t a match-up that favors Baltimore. Ray Lewis has slowed down and just won’t keep up with Hernandez and can’t physically dominate Gronkowski. And for me it doesn’t matter who’s covering
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12 December 2010
Fortunately, the field conditions may slow down the likes of Wes Welker, Brandon Tate and Danny Woodhead, leaving them open to big hits from Brian Urlacher, Lance Briggs and Chris Harris.
Julius Peppers cannot afford to have a quiet game today. Even if doesn’t get a single sack, his pressure and persistence should create opportunities for Israel Idonije on the edge. Where the game will get interesting is on the inside of the line, especially if Tommie Harris can stay vertical. If the Bears can pressure Brady with only four the way they did against Michael Vick, they can drop seven into coverage and make the receivers pay whenever they catch the ball. Because let’s be truthful, the Patriots are rarely interested in running the ball.
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13 September 2010
off the vaunted Bengal defense, led by Tom Brady and his favorite target, the miraculously-healthy Wes Welker. What was the biggest surprise however, was the play of New England's defense. Holding the Bengal offense in check is a strong start for a young unit. For the Bengals, let's keep an eye on T.O. and Ocho if they start to lose. Drama!
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10 January 2010
sitives could possibly taken from such a pathetic Patriot loss? Julian Edelman is almost a clone of Wes Welker with his non-stop motor and tough-nosed runs. With Welker's injury possibly extending into next season, Edelman gave Patriot faithful something to cheer for. Other than that, I can't say anything the Patriots did well. They couldn't/gave up on the run, forcing an obviously injured Tom Brady into dangerous situations against the Ravens defense. Randy Moss was a non-factor. Belichick's defense was unprepared and over-matched physically. That's the story of their season.
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He'll be without Wes Welker until next year, so rookie receiver Julian Edelman has to step in and be that possession receiver. Edelman won't have the experience, but he could be quicker than Welker. I don't think it will be a steep drop-off in production. Randy Moss should see all the double coverage he can handle. Back Laurence Maroney has come on in the second half of the year to bring a running game back to New England. For all the offensive talent, the Patriots' defense has been the problem all year. Young, inconsistent and inexperienced, the secondary has made too many mistakes. They aren't pressuring opposing quarterbacks. It's difficult to win in the postseason with that combination.
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4 January 2010
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The biggest injury of the weekend is clearly the loss of Wes Welker for the Pats. For those of you screaming that Belichick shouldn't have been playing his starters, Welker was injured on the first drive of the game without being contacted. It could have happened warming up. His loss will leave QB Tom Brady without his favorite receiver and plenty of double coverage for Randy Moss. For the Texans, congratulations are due for the first winning season in franchise history, but they couldn't sneak into the playoffs. Regardless, QB Matt Schaub, who led the league in passing yards, gives them hope for the immediate future.
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25 September 2009
The Patriots are struggling on defense, but Wes Welker’s return to action should do wonders for Brady and their underneath passing attack.
Tennessee Titans (0-2) at New York Jets (2-0)
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10 July 2008
Also returning to the offense is slot receiver Wes Welker. I love me some Wes Welker. He’s got all the talent to bring the Patriots back to the big game. Welker had a breakout season last year and will continue to be the go to guy for Tom Brady. With weapons like these, how can Brady and the Patriots not make it back to the Superbowl?
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4 March 2008
(Repost from another place in December)
Fantasy Football.
I like it. I play it. I read Matthew Berry's columns. This is my ode to him while trashing the guys in my league. Enjoy.
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25 January 2008
You New England Patriots players are a laugh riot! Imagine, Donté Stallworth or Wes Welker taking over as quarterback from Tom Brady. Actually, it was rather amusing. Each of these players calmly answered the speculation of their MVP’s health by saying Bill Belichick had asked them to take over the helm. Each never flinched, as if to say how absurd the speculation is. I agree, Tom Brady is likely just fine and will play remarkably in Glendale, Az on February 3. In case you haven’t noticed, QBs often play when hurt – case in point Philip Rivers. Don’t forget that the offensive line gives Brady all day to throw the ball, so even if his leg hurts a bit he’ll likely play up to par.
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