Later today, the Colts come into Gillette Stadium to battle the Patriots for a ticket to the Super Bowl. The Patriots have gotten close over the past years, reaching the AFCCG four years in a row, but failing to advance. This year, though, something feels different. We weren't even supposed to make it to the playoffs; if we did, every "expert" had us as a wildcard, and going one and done. Brady "sucked" and the Patriots' dynasty was over in week 4 of the regular season, remember?? And if anyone thinks that Brady and the Pats won't use this as motivation, you are wrong. Brady's been on the quest for ring number 4 since, well, he won ring number 3. That's been a while. After losing to the lucky Giants twice in the big game (once in Arizona..!), I'm pretty sure Brady is tired of losing in the game that counts the most. Revis signed with New England because he's hungry for a Championshp. Something he's never known on the NFL level. After a shaky game last week, he's looking to redeem himself, and help get his team to Super Bowl 49.
Injuries were the story last year. With 13 of our starters on injured reserve, it's really no surprise that we didn't make it to the Super Bowl, much less win. This year, though, if we fail to advance, disappointed will be putting things lightly. If we make it to Arizona and lose, well it will still be disappointing, but my best guess is that we'll be going up against the best defense in the league...it'll be a little more understandable.
In my honest opinion, I think (and hope and pray...) that Brady and the Pats put on a clinic, Sunday night. Something similar to what happened the last 3 times we've faced the Colts. By no means should we underestimate Andrew Luck and the high-powered Colts, but I think Brady wants it more this year, than he has in a while. In New England, we like to prove people wrong.
Not sure how much sleep I'll actually get tonight because ya know, I'm anxious and nervous and excited. All in a good way. Win or lose, this will always be my team.
As always, GO PATS.
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