Open Game Thread: Patriots @ Buccaneers
by MaPatsFan on Oct 25, 2009 12:30 PM EDT
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Wembley Stadium. Jolly old England. American Football in the land of Football. Apparently this game sold out rather quickly. I can understand that. We have a significant number of non-US fans we count as our digital friends. I'm excited for them. How often do they get a chance to see their favorite team? Our very own bartHML, all the way from Budapest, Hungary will be attending the game, taking notes, and writing a story for us. VERY COOL!!
With that said, let's get this thing started. Fire away.
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Scratches today
For us: Wheatley, Ohrnberger, Simmons, Brace, Mini-Wes, Morris, Taylor, and Light.
For them: DT Dre Moore, RB Clifton Smith, DE Kyle Moore, CB Marcus McCauley, OL Shawn Murphy, OL Demar Dotson, OL Jonathan Compas, and emergency QB Byron Leftwich.
Wilhite, Bodden, Springs, Butler,
it’s crowded.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 12:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, but Springs has that knee injury
And Butler isn’t 100% either.
Alright, enough about local fandom. I'm sick already
Blogger at SBNation's Patriots blog, Pats Pulpit
Business, business, business.
That’s all this is. Every year it gets harder to hold on to fandom…
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:01 PM EDT up reply actions
BTW,
Nice job with the interviews. I think you guys handled it just right — no fawning, and a couple of off the beaten track questions. (And everybody involved did a nice job of sponsor-pimping. That should get you called back, if nothing else.)
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:04 PM EDT up reply actions
Thanks!
Thank Marima for the most excellent question to Hannah regarding retired players. That really got John going, something he’s passionate about. It’s hard to tell from the audio, but we could see it on his face.
Blogger at SBNation's Patriots blog, Pats Pulpit
Yeah--
great question, something I have also noted (and written a little about here). With the push for an 18 game schedule, it’s something that should definitely be pushed to the front.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Wellnow.
That was a nice way to start.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:10 PM EDT reply actions
To be fair...
…it’s pretty easy when the QB stares at the receiver for three seconds and double clutches before ignoring the safety just waiting for him to throw an easy pick.
maybe he should have been a first rounder.
or maybe the 2nd and 6th round are the new first round…lol
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 1:11 PM EDT up reply actions
mm. im thinking cadillac s going to be a problem all game
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 1:14 PM EDT reply actions
lol well shut him down eventually i hope
and thatll put all the pressure on the young quarterback
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 1:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Great pick 6!
I’m wondering how many of those have happened so far this season because it’s becoming a common trend this season.
Beer is good! And stuff!
AD asserting himself?
Cheap motivational tricks work?
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:16 PM EDT reply actions
Tully Banta-Cain just blew up that double-team. Knocked the tackle flat on his ass
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:17 PM EDT reply actions
Yeah, but why'd it take so long?
What, he needed six minutes to pick off two?
By the end of the day, Meriweather will have 8 picks
4 for touchdowns
like i was saying. you take cadillac out the game
and it puts pressure on josh johnson. and he will throw picks.
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 1:19 PM EDT reply actions
"Josh Johnson threw 43 touchdowns and just one interception his last year of college"
Someone ought to tell the announcers he’s not in college anymore.
time to see if the offense can keep up with the defense
never thought id say that
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 1:20 PM EDT reply actions
We had no right to those yards. whew
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:21 PM EDT up reply actions
How kind of the ref to get in the way there
I don’t think it would have made a difference, but still…
Offense fizzles.
Weird team this year.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:22 PM EDT reply actions
That was an awesome picture in my head
Sanders contacts with runner, PYROTECHNICS
LMAO I could see that happening.
The way the NFL is going, it could go all WWE on us like that.
Beer is good! And stuff!
I'd like 'em a lot more
Were it not for the pretty constant hypocrisy.
by Ben Buchanan on Oct 25, 2009 1:26 PM EDT up reply actions
chop block
and you can kinda tell the uk has no idea what that is
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 1:26 PM EDT reply actions
He is quite the...uh...thrower.
I suppose.
by Ben Buchanan on Oct 25, 2009 1:28 PM EDT up reply actions
nice scheme on that 3rd down stop
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:28 PM EDT reply actions
Does anybody get the feeling that the pats are treating this as a preseason game and experimenting?
Blitzing, man to man, spying, fake reverse screen pass…
Anyone thing Moss looks a little sore?
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:32 PM EDT reply actions
Possible. Maybe some speed changes to throw the D off?
Blogger at SBNation's Patriots blog, Pats Pulpit
That was all blocking. He would've been hammered without help.
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if this keeps up our defense will be ranked number one just for the lack of points and yards lol
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 1:36 PM EDT reply actions
and people will say
“the only reason we’re #1 on defense is because of our offense!” who gets the offense back on the field huh?
I think they'll say
It’s because we played the Titans and Bucs.
by Ben Buchanan on Oct 25, 2009 1:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Ya know
This team takes a bit to get started, but dang if Hoodie doesn’t adjust well.
Blogger at SBNation's Patriots blog, Pats Pulpit
Sign Vince Wilfork!
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:40 PM EDT reply actions
Johnson looks slow
If he’d gotten rid of that ball a little sooner, they might have had a first down.
are we gonna open the throttle in the second quarter again?
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 1:40 PM EDT reply actions
14 points already.
Gonna have to put up 42. =P
by Ben Buchanan on Oct 25, 2009 1:41 PM EDT up reply actions
I want to see the running game get cranked up/
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:41 PM EDT reply actions
Good to see
The Pats aren’t being complacent. It would be very nice to have another 59-0 drubbing. :D
Need to keep at it.
Our O-line is big on momentum. If we can get some of those folds and traps going again, I’d be happier.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:43 PM EDT up reply actions
So about Maroney...
…I feel like he’s so conscious of everyone saying that he doesn’t hit the hole, that he’s just hitting the hole immediately without letting the play develop.
Completely off topic...
but doesn’t anyone use a rake anymore? My neighbor has been blowing leaves for the last 2 hours. WTF?
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:44 PM EDT reply actions
Ugly.
We aren’t what we should be. Everybody got very excited by the flashy points last week, but this team is still not fundamentally sound, and Brady is included in that. Remember back to the Denver game — lots of unwise choices, and we still haven’t fixed our decision-making.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:47 PM EDT reply actions
actually on that pik moss was somewhat open. he just stopped running and a bad throw by brady culminated in the pik
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 1:49 PM EDT reply actions
hey-- has anyone seen cia this year?
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:50 PM EDT reply actions
long-time PP commenter
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Good job by our defense
Even if the Bucs defense got off the field with no points last time, they can’t like having to go right back out there again.
Too easy.
Just follow the fat man to the hole.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:53 PM EDT reply actions
Sam who?
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:54 PM EDT reply actions
Yeah -- Tate
Remember, Aiken couldn’t even stick with the Bills as a receiver. He’s a good #4 option, but his value is really on special teams.
Yes, to everyone who said so
I guess we can see why he’s still around — he basically walked away…
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 1:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Wow, great play by Aiken
I was sure that was screwed up for sure.
Lotta scrubs in right now. Some o' these guys might get their letter based on the last two games...
…a few more cupcakes and we’ll have to order more jackets.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:01 PM EDT reply actions
Gaah. Underthrow--again.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:04 PM EDT reply actions
Not a great throw
But Tate has to do a better job fighting for balls like that, rather than falling down.
I disagree
It’s not the first time for him, and I don’t think you make up for being a violent jerk off the field by making good plays on it.
I'm less concerned about the picks in a game like this
I look at it as establishing the long ball. If it persists, that’s not good.
Blogger at SBNation's Patriots blog, Pats Pulpit
I think he's the star of the defensive backfield right now
Blogger at SBNation's Patriots blog, Pats Pulpit
definately. its amazing
junior shows up. people step up
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 2:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Wow
Another 3 and out for this Pats D? At least they’ve come to play…but the Bucs need to go for it.
So. I guess Merriweather is going to pan out.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:06 PM EDT reply actions
Hope so.
Rodney was the glue.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:09 PM EDT up reply actions
Pansy-*ss playcalling by Tampa.
That’s a loser’s call if I’ve ever seen one (and Gregg Easterbrook — whom I loathe — has just written “game over” in his notebook).
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:08 PM EDT reply actions
I don't anymore. But a few years ago I struggled through most of his columns.
Back in ‘02 there weren’t as many options. But he’s gotten more and more self-absorbed as time has passed (and more and more tangential and less and less relevant).
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Says a lot to me
That their coach is willing to give up this game so easily.
No confidence in their running game
You know Williams could have picked that up.
We really need to tighten up our "surprise" plays.
Thinking of the Denver fake FG strategem where we didn’t get set. Lack of crispness.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:13 PM EDT reply actions
Lack of discipline
If you’re going to call plays like that, the players need to do their damn jobs and not jump before the snap.
dj hero looks amazing to me
the price is the onlything keeping me from going out and buying it right now
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 2:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Few months before Xmas
Every 12 YO and loser 25 YO male will want one.
Blogger at SBNation's Patriots blog, Pats Pulpit
It's getting easier and easier.
I’ll spring for it when they come out with “Couch Potato Hero.”
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:17 PM EDT up reply actions
How could the refs miss the holding in the backfield?
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Because there's holding on almost every play...
…and they’re going to call it looser in a game with a 21 point difference, even if that makes it a 14 point game.
Butler -- 1st burn of his career.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:19 PM EDT reply actions
Decent coverage
But Butler has to look back for the ball when the receiver does.
In other news,
I’m sending out and APB for ADT.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:20 PM EDT reply actions
why are so many rookies in
put our first team back out
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 2:20 PM EDT reply actions
And now the Bucs think they're back in this
Come on Brady, put this one away.
Holding's a killer. That'll likely settle the drive.
And Mankins’ second on the day. C’mon big man, focus!
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:23 PM EDT reply actions
wait. is brady intentionally playing like this.
the hell is happening
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 2:24 PM EDT reply actions
Allright.
We look like shit against one of the worst teams in the league. This is a 14-7 ballgame, and our offense looks lost, disoriented, unfocused and weak. I don’t know whether it’s a hangover from the Titans, pre-bye distraction or a result of the time change and flight. In any case, we just don’t look that good.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:25 PM EDT reply actions
no. I don't give our offense credit for a bad throw by Tampa.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Right, because defense isn't part of the game.
by Ben Buchanan on Oct 25, 2009 2:27 PM EDT up reply actions
Easy killer.
It was a horrible play that we didn’t earn — it was a gift. I’m just not disposed to credit the defense for catching a gimme from a bad offense. I’m discounting, because I don’t think leading a team like Tampa is an indication of improvement when we’re going to be facing Indy soon. I feel like we need to be handling our business and I can see that we’re not.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:30 PM EDT up reply actions
i think they dnt wanna run the score to early cuz theyre gonna blow out the second half
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions
They better.
They’re giving the Bucs a bit of breathing room, which is not a very good thing.
Beer is good! And stuff!
Poor performance
Brady: 11-16, 150 yards, 2 Int., 1 TD.
4 penalties for 25 yards including a drive-killing holding penalty a the end of the half.
3 of 6 on 3rd down.
losing the time of possession battle, 13:36 – 16:24.
50% redzone efficiency
Against most other teams, I’d be content with the lead into halftime. But against the mighty Buccaneers, we need to be showing more consistency and execution. At least I’m not wondering whether Hoodie will have anything to say at halftime…
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:37 PM EDT reply actions
calm down u make it seem we're losing
yeah brady threw 2 ugly picks, but it’s no need to get riled up. We’re gonna beat every team 59-0 no matter how bad they are.
I'm not riled, but I am unhappy.
It was slop. I’m looking for weekly improvement.
Yep, I forgot a TB TD.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:40 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah sorry typo
on a side note surprisingly tampa has the 11th pass def. but the worst rush def, so it annoys me more that we can’t run the ball on them
I like this better
Forget about big plays. Grind it out on the ground and in the air
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Holding again.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:46 PM EDT reply actions
Weak call.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Shouldn't be throwing that anyway
You don’t thrown a screen pass to a RB who has a defender right on top of him.
Saw that when I saw he was split.
I don’t TB even looked at another guy.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:48 PM EDT reply actions
The catch, yes,
but the slipped tackle for another 4 yards even moreso.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:49 PM EDT up reply actions
no hole
tried to bouince to the outside but thought going strait and picking up the first was more important.
lol ankle tackles
wat the hell is up with holding
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 2:50 PM EDT reply actions
Godawful. But not a cheap call, this time.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:51 PM EDT reply actions
Vollmer again
I wonder what happened to him. Ankle? Knee? He’s been sloppy since the end of the first half.
I'll take your holding calls and raise you a touchdown to the tight end.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:51 PM EDT reply actions
copy that
though the throw to tate was about 30 yards further away
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions
No
He looks more like a second rounder — some great moments, but for a first round TE, you want to see someone who is always a threat.
It is nice to have him back, though.
After last year, I thought he was done.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Absolutely
I’ll take second rounder Ben Watson any day. But I still don’t think he’ll be back next year.
Who do you see coming up behind?
Or do you think FA or draftee?
We’re only halfway through. Maybe there’s more to come? Also, he can get lost in the shuffle. There are a lot of targets out there.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:55 PM EDT up reply actions
I think he's going to want more money than he's worth and the Pats will let him go
Baker can be a first stringer in the Pats’ offense, so unless Watson agrees to a reasonable contract, I’m betting they go with Baker and the best TE they can draft in the third or fourth round.
ya -- money could do it.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:57 PM EDT up reply actions
To be fair...
…Wasn’t Watson the 32nd pick? So he basically was a 2nd rounder ;)
by Richard Hill on Oct 25, 2009 5:13 PM EDT up reply actions
Liked the playcalling. Short, short, short...LONG to Watson!
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ya -- like a prizefighter
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Butler seems to have drawn their best receiver all over the field.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 2:58 PM EDT reply actions
Was that Butler on coverage?
He’s looked pretty good the last few weeks.
He once traded an entire draft for a guy who was high
I don’t have a whole lot of respect for his ability as a talent evaluator.
Agreed.
He’s been surprisingly (to me at least) solid. Especially given last year’s deficiencies at the position.
by Ben Buchanan on Oct 25, 2009 3:00 PM EDT up reply actions
ESPN has McGowan on coverage
not that they’re uber-reliable
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:00 PM EDT up reply actions
How was that not holding?
You can’t ankle tackle the pass rusher!
Refs starting to have sympathy
They don’t want another blow out. : )
Sympathy or not, when it's that blatant you have to call it
Otherwise you’re just asking for injuries because the blockers are going to know they can get away with anything.
Surprise of the season so far.
And showing surprising depth, as well.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:00 PM EDT up reply actions
He's always had it in him
The only question with him was if he would grow up. He’s definitely taken on Harrison’s mantle this year.
i definitely saw the 1st round potential last year.
it’s like his 1st year, couldn’t int a ball. 2nd year he catches almost anything thrown toward him. now this year he can not only HIT, but he’s also a ball hawk!
next ed reed.
Maybe better
I don’t think Reed hits as hard.
oh yes i see it.
and near the end of the year we might possibly have a shut down defense. passing and rushing
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 3:01 PM EDT up reply actions
Glory Days!
could be here again…
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Where was the running game in that one?
2nd and 1… come on… Maroney averages like 3 yds, he coulda picked that up
You give yourself the option for the big play
Knowing you’ll be able to run 3rd and 1…barring a false start.
by Ben Buchanan on Oct 25, 2009 3:04 PM EDT up reply actions
2nd and 1 is a good time to look deep
If you miss, you still should have an easy conversion on 3rd and 1.
Of course, that assumes that Mankins doesn’t **** it up again.
and replace him with what?
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:04 PM EDT up reply actions
Swiss cheese
It would have less holes right now.
Well, to be fair,
he isn’t getting beat; he’s beating himself.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions
and it tastes good, too
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions
Mankins Is Killing Me.
Who’s his opposite number? Superman?
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions
Two drives go down to him.
Tough day.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Can't have that against a good team in a close game. Thankfully, it's the Bucs
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as much as football means to americans. the NFL is a business
and as such they are starting to expand internationally. like mcdonalds
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 3:08 PM EDT up reply actions
HA!
The crowd wants a flag!
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:08 PM EDT reply actions
Tampa:
A run-first team that can’t run.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:11 PM EDT reply actions
A familiar result
Tons of pressure, big pass.
by Ben Buchanan on Oct 25, 2009 3:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Wow. Wilhite very late to the party there.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:16 PM EDT reply actions
What hubris!
Tampa tries our flea flicker, gets busted for holding, and can’t complete the pass anyway!
Hubris...
or desperation.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:17 PM EDT up reply actions
dont you find that almost some sort of disrespectful
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 3:19 PM EDT up reply actions
or did you mean that by them TRYING to do the flea flicker was disrespectful?
i just find it hilarious!
AD one tackle so far today.
Ruh roh.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:16 PM EDT reply actions
It's not you.
He needs to get back in the zone…
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:19 PM EDT up reply actions
OK just for there brazin disrespect
we must now flea-flicker them
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 3:18 PM EDT reply actions
Higher than Tate on draft day!
AmIright?
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:20 PM EDT up reply actions
IM CALLING FOR A FLEA-FLICKER DAMNIT
BRADY TO MOSS
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 3:20 PM EDT reply actions
Moss could've gotten it
If you’re throwing that to Aiken, though, you’re throwing it away.
There is ZERO parity in this league of late
Teams that suck, really suck and the better teams just keep rolling over them.
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That's what she said...
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:26 PM EDT up reply actions
thank you, thank you,
I’ll be here all week.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions
Wow. Wide open again.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:27 PM EDT reply actions
Easy to win when they're trying not to lose too badly.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:28 PM EDT up reply actions
A winning team would've gone for it there
You’re not going to win with 25 yard punts.
flea-flicker?
im going to call for it till i get it
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 3:29 PM EDT reply actions
I'd rather see a reverse option
Let’s see how far downfield Welker can throw the ball.
anything is possble
J. harrison took it 100 in the superbowl
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 3:32 PM EDT up reply actions
Point, counterpoint
Wes Welker, 9 for 91
Maroney, 8 for 20
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:34 PM EDT reply actions
make that
9 for 19
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:34 PM EDT up reply actions
They stink
28th in the league in yards against per attempt coming into today. 171.7 yards per game and 6 TD.
Belichick is going to hammer this team
Mankins is gonna be running laps around the Dana Farber Field House until he pukes
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Mankins is having a bad day.
But he is usually, and will be again, perhaps our best offensive lineman. Terrible day, though.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:36 PM EDT reply actions
I'm glad we're headed into the bye week.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Give to him again!
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:37 PM EDT reply actions
Lol, nobody wants Maroney to succeed
Warren+Moss out, getting slightly worried about injuries piling up
me too
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:41 PM EDT up reply actions
The RB Bump
Faulk, Lawfirm, and Maroney
Must’ve been a lot more crowded and difficult when Taylor and Morris were in the mix.
They're still playing
Vikings are down 3 but have first and goal with 8 minutes to play.
sweet.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Except it looks like it didn't happen
Vikes still have the ball. 3rd and goal on the 8.
TD Steelers!
My life has been a trivial pursuit. Trivia: where three roads meet.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
by SlotMachinePlayer on Oct 25, 2009 3:45 PM EDT up reply actions
I say that every week.
He’s terrible.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah,
but they’re usually along the lines of, “Extra! Inside information: Brett Favre secretly hates cornflakes and loves to work the land! Also — he’s more of an International than a John Deere man!”
Right — stuff know one knew, and also does not care about.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Attention! Attention!
Everybody! COME SEE HOW GOOD I LOOK!
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Even better than an interception!
Favre fumbles and Woodley brings it home. Nice.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Love it. Welker puts a move on the defender and he hits the ground
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but instead of them just falling over dead
they blow up into little pieces
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 3:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Not much of a move -- he barely hesitated
He has them so psyched out that even the threat of a move makes them fall down at his feet!
I worry about his longevity, though.
He could get used up if he keeps playing the part of Atlas
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Koppen limping.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:50 PM EDT reply actions
well this isnt as big of a blow out than the titans game
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 3:51 PM EDT reply actions
Few ever would be. That was epic.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Seems like our backup QB's all have better wheels
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:52 PM EDT reply actions
Colts were up 35-6 and Manning was still in the game
Now they’re up 42-6… but no one will cry “They’re running up the score”. Makes me sick
THEY'RE RUNNING UP THE SCORE !!1!!!1
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Because it's not running up the score unless the Pats are doing it
Anyone else could be up 100-0 and still throw bombs and no one would say they’re running up the score.
I disagree
First of all, the Raiders would never be up 100-0.
Second, there are college teams that could beat them 100-0.
how many penalties did we have this game?
thats not gonna work against the colts
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 3:58 PM EDT reply actions
Mankins has 37
10 for 66, most of that on the left side of the o-line.
10 for 66
so far…
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 4:01 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, a win.
Kind of a dull way to head into the Bye, but I’ll take it.
As Mr. Sloan always says, there is no "I" in team, but there is an "I" in pie. And there's an "I" in meat pie. Anagram of meat is team... I don't know what he's talking about. --Shaun of the Dead
by JohnHannahRules on Oct 25, 2009 3:59 PM EDT reply actions
Post game thread up
http://www.patspulpit.com/2009/10/25/1100227/post-game-thread-new-england
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so um.
can we say that brady is better than manning coming off of injuries. manning= 4-4 through eight games on a 4 week injury
brady= 5-2 through 7 games off a year long injury
by MOSS81 on Oct 25, 2009 4:06 PM EDT reply actions
Brady stats should be a little better too right?
15 TDs – 4 INTs is pretty darn good for someone that hadn’t played in over a year. I think Manning had double the INTs at this point last year.
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