New England Patriots Links 2/02/12 - Patriots Defense Confident, 'Caged-up' and Ready to Play
by Marima on Feb 2, 2012 10:18 AM EST
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PrintDan Shaugnessy gets the word from Larry Bird.
"I’m rooting for the Patriots,’’ said Bird before watching his Pacers beat the Nets Tuesday night. "I always go with the Boston teams, and I could never root for a New York team. Come on!’’
Patrick Chung speaks to the media on the chemistry in the secondary.
"Whoever is out there is going to play. Coach (Bill Belichick) has full confidence in whoever he puts out there. The (Giants) have a very good receiving corps. They have three different kinds of receivers that can make big plays. I think we have a good secondary. We matchup well. It's going to be a battle. We have to try and contain them. We can't stop all three, because they're that good. We're going to try and contain them and do the best we can."
Kyle Love on being at the Super Bowl.
"I never would have imagined this – playing football in the NFL – (having) not been drafted. It has just all come full circle. It is crazy to me. But to be here is a blessing. I enjoy playing for this team and playing my role as a player. Whatever Belichick asks me, (I'll do). I have so much respect for him and I love this team."
Jerod Mayo talks about the team's mood.
"I think this team is ready to go. Everyone is working hard. Yesterday after media day I saw guys in there watching film and they're still studying to prepare for this game. I think the sense of urgency is there and we've just got to keep it going."
"It's like counting down days before Christmas. Guys are very excited and anxious to get on the field."
Brandon Spikes addresses his style of play.
"I haven't changed my game one bit. I approach the game every time like, 'Just play hard,' like every snap is my last."
"I just feel like I'm caged up right now, pacing back and forth waiting. I'm ready. It's hard to explain. Like I said, I'm enjoying all this, you guys. It's fun; it's a great experience. It's something I can tell my kids a long time from now."
TEAM TALK
- Patriots-Giants Wednesday Injury Report.
- Andy Hart catches up with Brian Hoyer, who wants to play, sort of.
- Press Conference Transcript: Bill Belichick.
- Patriots Coaching Staff Quotes.
- Patriots Quotes: Offense and Defense.
- Patriots Today - Light, Vollmer appear ready. (1.50 min. video)
- Patriots Today - A look back 10 years - Wednesday. Remember Bledsoe-Brady debate?
- Locker Room Uncut - Reality setting in for Patriots. (3.03 min. video)
- NFLN Videos: Belichick talks TEs. (5.13 min. video)
- NFLN Videos: Brady reflects on AFC title game. (3.25 min. video)
- NFLN Videos: Welker talks contract situation. (2.33 min. video)
LOCAL LINKS
- Tom E. Curran tells the truth: There's never been a better NFL quarterback than Tom Brady.
- Mike Rodak takes an in-depth look at how the 2011 Patriots were built.
- Mike Petraglia says Matt Light knows keeping Tom Brady upright will go a long way toward determining whether the Patriots win Sunday.
- Mike Reiss notes Matt Light keeps his quarterback safe and his Patriots teammates laughing.
- Ron Borges believes the Super Bowl will be decided along the line of scrimmage, in a cage match rather than a chess match.
- Greg A. Bedard looks at this matchup for Sunday: CB Kyle Arrington vs. WR Victor Cruz.
- Karen Guregian reports Tom Brady's place in history is already secured, but he always is after something more.
- Christopher Price reports Kevin Faulk is thankful for another trip to the Super Bowl, and the coaches and players are thankful to have him.
- Jeff Howe notes Brandon Spikes tries to model his game after the old-school guys who ''tried to rip your head off."
- Ian Rapoport reports Brandon Spikes hasn't forgotten his tough roots, and wants his on-field celebrations to be an example that you can make it out.
- Steve Buckley reports Julian Edelman is just following the Belichick mantra: "Ignore the noise and don't believe the hype."
- Kirk Minihane reminds us not to forget about Deion Branch, one of only two players in NFL history with at least 10 catches in two Super Bowls. The other is Jerry Rice.
- Peter Abraham talks about the relationship Vince Wilfork builds with his D-line brothers on and off the field.
- Christopher Price gives us five things we learned Wednesday: Led by Wilfork, the Pats' D-line is playing its best football of the year.
- Phil Perry reports the Patriots practiced for 2 1/2 hours Wednesday, with loud noise being pumped into the facility.
- Christopher Price points out New England has won all four times when facing a defense for the second time.
- Ian Rapoport reports the revenge factor is felt by the fans and ex-players, but it's not what motivates this year's team.
- Christopher Price has a terrific piece on Tom Martinez, who will be keeping an eye on Tom Brady from afar.
- Mark Daniels says the Combine couldn't measure all of Tom Brady.
- Greg A. Bedard focuses on Dante Scarnecchia, the one constant through all four owners, and six head coaches who all agree he's one of the smartest in the business.
- Mike Sando notes Josh McDaniels has made a positive impression with his return to the Patriots.
- Rob Bradford notes Kurt Warner believes the Patriots-Rams Super Bowl might have been different if it were played today.
NATIONAL NEWS
- Kevin Fishbain (Pro Football Weekly) Patriots-Giants matchup of the day: Giants WRs vs. Patriots CBs.
- Gregg Rosenthal (ProFootballTalk) Quick hits from Patriots media session.
- Adam Schefter (ESPN) Patriots simulate 'halftime' break.
- James Walker (ESPN) Bill Belichick leaving no stone unturned.
- Gregg Rosenthal (ProFootballTalk) Some things about Giants-Patriots haven't changed.
- Hub Arkush (Pro Football Weekly) A different view of Belichick. Nice piece revealing a side of Belichick not many know.
- Alex Marvez (Fox Sports) Light set to handle load for Brady again.
- Jeremy Lundblad (ESPN Stats & Info) Both Pats, Giants have potent weapons.
- Mark Ambrogi (Indy Star) New England Patriots at Super Bowl 2012: Ground game is a pack attack.
- NFL Playbook (NFL.com) Secondary play could decide who wins Super Bowl XLVI.
- Pat Kirwan (NFL.com) Deja Blue? Giants must control trenches to beat Pats again.
- Video (ESPN) Stuart Scott, Tedy Bruschi and Trent Dilfer show how the Giants plan to get to Brady. (2.37 min.)
- Jim Trotter (SI) Higher stakes mean more pressure on kickers in playoffs.
- Kerry J. Byrne (SI) Shift toward offense culminates with upcoming XLVI fireworks.
- Michael David Smith (ProFootballTalk) "Butterball" Vince Wilfork says people are surprised he can dunk.
- Jeff Legwold (Denver Post) New England Patriots struck gold in 2010 draft by selecting TE Rob Gronkowski.
- Jerry Sullivan (Buffalo News) Life's a fiesta for Pats' Gronkowski, day by day.
- Mark Maske (Washington Post) Patriots' Julian Edelman will be busy Sunday.
- Arthur Arkush (Pro Football Weekly) Jack-of-all-trades Edelman invaluable to Patriots.
- Doug Farrar (Yahoo! Sports) Not all Giants impressed by Julian Edelman's two-way play.
- Chris Burke (SI) Matt Light, Sebastian Vollmer ready to go on Patriots' O-line.
- Gary Mihoces (USA Today) New England rookie Nate Solder proves truly patriotic.
- Elizabeth Merrill (ESPN) 12 things to know about Tom Brady.
- Charean Williams (Fort Worth Star-Telegram) Brady on brink of joining NFL legends.
- Les Carpenter (Yahoo! Sports) Memory of Brady's first QB coach lives on.
- Jon Machota (Dallas News) Steve Young: Making elite plays, Tony Romo equal to Brady, Brees.
- Martin Rogers (Yahoo! Sports) Wes Welker turns heads (and stomachs) with his garish trousers.
- Eric Edholm (Pro Football Weekly) Coordinators hold power to script opening plays.
- Greg Garber (ESPN) Remembering the Patriots' first lady.
- Eric Edholm (Pro Football Weekly) Evans rips Holmgren, praises Belichick for building teams.
- MJD (Yahoo! Sports) The top 10 Super Bowl quarterback matchups of all-time.
- Joe Fortenbaugh (Nat'l Football Post) Big Blue is the popular pick for Sunday's Super Bowl.
VIEW FROM NEW YORK
- Bart Hubbuch (NY Post) Giants' Canty making parade plans.
- Ralph Vacchiano (NY Daily News) NY Giants' Chris Canty latest to engage in Super Bowl XLVI trash talk, tells fans to 'get ready for a parade'.
- Mike Lupica (NY Daily News) Giants have their hands full against Tom Brady and Patriots in Super Bowl despite what has become prevailing opinion.
- Steve Politi (Star-Ledger) Tom Brady, Patriots' superstar, is caught in a chase for perfection.
- Jenny Vrentas (Star-Ledger) Patriots' Matt Light downplays bad blood with Giants' Osi Umenyiora.
- Steve Serby (NY Post) Giants hoping for repeat performance vs. Patriots.
- Mark Cannizzaro (NY Post) Roster full of castoffs pays off for Patriots.
- Todd Venezia (NY Post) Gisele e-mails friends, family asking for Super Bowl support for hubby.
- Paul Schwartz (NY Post) A fine mess for Umenyiora.
- George Willis (NY Post) Foot injury can't stop Ahmad.
- Bart Hubbuch (NY Post) Matchup to watch: QB Eli Manning vs. FS Patrick Chung.
- Brian Costello (NY Post) Giants, Patriots Super streaks launched with wins over Jets.
- Michael Eisen (Giants.com) Giants still preparing for Pats' Gronkowski.
- Conor Orr (Star-Ledger) Patriots' speedy RB Stevan Ridley hoping for chance to redeem fumbling problems.
- Conor Orr (Star-Ledger) Patriots' Sterling Moore used a few small tasks to make his way to big stage.
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Would that be a caged Spikes, or a spiked cage?
Either way, it sounds dangerous.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
Belichick is looking for a new name for his boat: VI Rings sounds pretty good.
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 2, 2012 10:22 AM EST reply actions
I don't know SMP
but these guys all have a quiet confidence that I’m liking very much. It makes the Giants sound like they’re just whistling past the graveyard. I’m expecting another tough, tough game, but I really like this team and think they can do it Sunday.
Keep the faith!
You know, I think there are many Patriots fans that are afraid of facing another emotional upset on Sunday.
Not me, I’m all in. The most I hoped for this season was beating the one and done bug. After two games, that sucker is completely squashed.
This isn’t “the perfect season”, this isn’t “the prefect season” mark two until Brady went down.
This team is also scrappier than the 2009 and 2010 teams.
Expectations have already been managed, and now I can root my fool head off. I’m hoping Wilfork, Love, Anderson, and Ninkovich become very close aquaintances of Eli Manning – he thinks he can go vertical at will. I even think Mr. Ellis will raise his game a notch – especially against the Giants. Horizontal passing game and good running game should neutralize their pass rush. No huddle can freeze them in a bad package (expect MANY fake injuries from the Giants). I think we have the tools to beat these guys.
In 2007, we beat them in the pre-season and regular season, then lost to them in the Super Bowl.
In 2011, they beat us in the pre-season and regular season, then they’ll lose to us in the Super Bowl.
There’s a harmony there – a balance. I’m all in.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
Belichick is looking for a new name for his boat: VI Rings sounds pretty good.
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 2, 2012 10:41 AM EST up reply actions 7 recs
AMEN
Rec’d. I spent my entire season trying not to get my hopes up. This is the big dance, there’s nothing else after this. If they lose, well, it won’t hurt as bad as last time, hell, it won’t even hurt as bad as losing to the Jets last year. I feel REALLY good about our chances this weekend. I’m jacked up and ready to go. We’re here and there’s no reason NOT to be excited about what might be the 4th Lombardi trophy during the Belichick-Brady era.
Don't know if anyone has read the Musashi books
sort of a true/legend story from Japan’s samurai past. Good stuff actually, but the point is, Musashi was bad ass, simply a master swordsman, as well as impeccable with the code of honor. Basically, most of his opponents were brash upstarts, arrogant and loud. Musashi, would calmly tell them as they squared off, “This battle is already over, proceed at you own peril”, and then calmly, skillfully, smite them.
I kind of have the feeling we are Musashi in this matchup.
by furiousd on Feb 2, 2012 4:11 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
rec'd for Musashi reference
He was also one of the very few Japanese swordsmen who fought with 2 swords. The Book of Five Rings (Go Rin No Sho) is a priceless classic.
Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.
wow I thought . .
I already disliked most of Adult Swims non cartoon shows anyway, but logging on to this page and WOW, words cannot describe . . .
by AverageJoeEveryman on Feb 2, 2012 11:08 AM EST reply actions
I've cropped my browser as close as I can.
Can’t wait for this ad to be over.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
Belichick is looking for a new name for his boat: VI Rings sounds pretty good.
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 2, 2012 11:16 AM EST up reply actions
I guess I'm not adult enough to appreciate it
The inner grandma in me keeps shouting at him to close his damn legs.
Keep the faith!
Don't bother.
It’s a guy wearing either diapers or a tighty-whitey and a black ski mask. Out of shape, glow-in-the-dark white, with some chest hair.
If that’s your cup of tea, disable ad-block, otherwise, count yourself among the lucky.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
Belichick is looking for a new name for his boat: VI Rings sounds pretty good.
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 2, 2012 11:54 AM EST up reply actions
Last year Tom is unanimous MVP and the question was "Is Brady the best ever?"
This year, it’s all about how Rogers is better, Brees is better, and the Manning that isn’t even playing ball is better. Maybe Brady isn’t even in the top five.
Now it’s the Super Bowl and the question is “Is Brady the best ever?”
Mediots. You can’t live with them, and it’s only legal to shoot them in Texas – with a really big gun.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
Belichick is looking for a new name for his boat: VI Rings sounds pretty good.
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 2, 2012 11:34 AM EST reply actions
Tom E. Curran's article
on Brady really sets the whole record straight. A Patriots win will have all the mediots scrambling to backtrack and re-write their pregame assertions.
Keep the faith!
After reading Tom's article
and perusing some of the comments at the bottom I looked up Joe Montana’s stats (someone was disputing his INT numbers) and it had his playoff record. He went one and done 5 times in the playoffs. So just some perspective for the people getting down on the Patriots for doing just that the last the last couple years.
I'm not 100% certain
but if I recall, Montana was also one-and-done three straight years before winning back to back Super Bowls.
It matters not how strait the gate, nor charged with punishments the scroll:
I am the Master of my fate. I am the Captain of my soul.
Kirk Minihane is wrong.
Kirk Minihane reminds us not to forget about Deion Branch, one of only two players in NFL history with at least 10 catches in two Super Bowls. The other is Jerry Rice.
There are three guys that have 11 catches. Jerry Rice, Deion Branch, and Wes Welker on Black Sunday.
Two out of three of them are on this team.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
Belichick is looking for a new name for his boat: VI Rings sounds pretty good.
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 2, 2012 11:51 AM EST reply actions
He means 10 catches in two separate Super Bowls.
Branch had 10 against the Panthers and 11 against the Eagles.
Welker has only played in one Super Bowl, but I would not be surprised if he joined that group shortly.
Got it. Just read the intro.
I was looking at the Super Bowl catch record, and we have two out of the three.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
Belichick is looking for a new name for his boat: VI Rings sounds pretty good.
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 2, 2012 11:56 AM EST up reply actions
Its refreshing...
The defense has regained personality. Its certainly a far cry from the past two lackluster seasons. Mayo, wilfork, spikes, chung, mccourty, ninkovic is a great core. Moore is quickly becoming another hero. And arrington was one of the best in interceptions. this group is capable of getting it done.and this year has been one of the best coaching jobs belichick has done, having so many injuries and all.
by Kris_Risk on Feb 2, 2012 11:52 AM EST via mobile reply actions
how much time did this take, Marima
So Marima, how long did it take you to put the links together.. especially with SB, that is hell lot of an articles…This being my primary resource for the links, I cannot thank you enough..
I'll admit it takes a bit longer than usual
and I swear I’ve missed half of them, but it’s a terrific position to be in with the Pats back at the ‘Ship. There was much less anxiety last year without having a team left in the game, but it’s all good. All good. I appreciate your kind words.
It’s funny, but the links from this week last year included stories about Brady vs Roethlisberger (instead of Brady vs. Eli), Mock Draft picks, the usual Super Bowl Media Day madness, the Coach of the Year, O-Line of the year, and Brady as MVP awards were announced, and a hint of some labor talk beginning. It’s been quite a year.
Keep the faith!
It's been a roller-coaster ride.
Terrifying, exciting, but in the end, you don’t want it to stop. Full speed ahead!
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
Belichick is looking for a new name for his boat: VI Rings sounds pretty good.
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 2, 2012 12:52 PM EST up reply actions
Im in Computer Class and a half naked hairy guy appears on my computer screen...
Really ?, Is that the only way you could have advertised your show
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"You can browse the blog, but you can't participate."
"BANNED LOLOLOLOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
In advertising, they say there's no such thing as negative attention.
I don’t know. I’ve not looked at it long enough to even read what it is advertising.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
Belichick is looking for a new name for his boat: VI Rings sounds pretty good.
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 2, 2012 3:27 PM EST up reply actions
From what they said on ESPN
During 2 TE formations, the Giants actually have only a 2.8% sack rate (2nd lowest in NFL) with I believe they said only 4 sacks all season long against 2 TEs. That bodes well in the event that Gronk is healthy enough to play a large amount of snaps with him and Hernandez both on the field.
Or if Vollmer is good, and either he or Solder play TE. They have both played that position in the past.
I think Cannon can even cover RT if they want two BIG tight-ends.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
Belichick is looking for a new name for his boat: VI Rings sounds pretty good.
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 2, 2012 3:28 PM EST up reply actions
Somewhat misleading,
Most of the team the Giants play go to two tights in running situations or for max-protect. We go 2 tights, and the playbook is still wide open.
"Every time I call it a game, you call it a business. Every time I call it a business, you call it a game."
"The longer they play, the more they lose. In the end, we get it all."
by JohnHannahRules on Feb 2, 2012 4:05 PM EST up reply actions
For the people who think that Belichick "snubbed" Coughlin at the last Super Bowl and walked off without a handshake:
There’s this:
May he never wear a red hoodie again.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
Belichick is looking for a new name for his boat: VI Rings sounds pretty good.
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 2, 2012 6:06 PM EST reply actions
yeah, one of the Giants fans was asking for the link to that picture
But I wasn’t going to look it up for him. Belichick and Coughlin are long-time friends and BB congratulated him as soon as possible, to get it out of the way and give him the whole stage to celebrate with his team.
Keep the faith!
Keyshawn ,Steve Young & Steve Johnson
Says “Cruz is a better slot receiver than welker” Im tired of the disrespect this week. I cannot wait till sunday
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'You are banned from Gang Green Nation'
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Because Cruz led the lead in receptions, right?
Oh, wait… How about yards? Nope. Hmmm… Because he’s on the “hot” team right now and can Salsa? Ding! Ding! Ding! Winner!
Keep the faith!
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