It’s interesting that both teams had basically the same trick play using the quarterback as a receiver.The Patriots had a decent chance up until the fumble. That trick play almost worked. Field goal mess up didn't help either. Brandon cooks getting knocked out of the game didn't help either.
I liked that these teams were closely matched, that neither team dominated, they both continued to move the ball with big plays. Ultimately the win, although completely relied on teamwork, boiled down to some specific plays that worked versus failed, and to individual contributions that pushed the Eagles over the top within 60 minutes of the game.Kudos to the Eagles, I think the Patriots had opporunities to take control of the game (or stop the Eagles) but failed to do so.
wow what an amazing and entertaining game... The fact that the Patriots lost is just the cherry on top. The big question this morning is why butler was benched... Did belichik really feel he wasn't up to the task or was there something else happening behind the scenes. I think Belichiks arrogance finally caught up to him, he probably felt they had a good game plan in place and it didn't matter who was out there. Butler said after the game that he was healthy and ready to go, and that he could have changed that game..... And in a one score game that is certainly a feasible statement.
The Patriots had a decent chance up until the fumble. That trick play almost worked. Field goal mess up didn't help either. Brandon cooks getting knocked out of the game didn't help either.
It’s interesting that both teams had basically the same trick play using the quarterback as a receiver.
I can’t image a worst feeling of spending a Super Bowl game on the bench. That opportunity just does not occur that often.
Especially since he played 98% of the defensive snaps for the season. Getting benched for the Super Bowl was quite surprising.
I'd love to know the real reason he was benched.
I can’t imagine a worst feeling of spending a Super Bowl game on the bench. That opportunity just does not occur that often.
I'd love to know the real reason he was benched.
I'm hoping @maflynn will know soon enough.I'd love to know the real reason he was benched.
I'm hoping @maflynn will know soon enough.
I like tom Brady, Bill Belichick, and more or less the Patriots too. Their uniform is hideous.
Everybody in the league cheats. Tom just got caught.
Can you give examples of "everybody in the league" cheating ?
A bit exaggerated I think.
Me too. He spoke after the game and commented that they gave up on him and that he would have made a difference in the game. That guarantees he will be shipped out of here before the start of next season. I like the guy. While he does get beat sometimes, he is a hard hitter and plays his heart out every down.
The seahawks are about to have 1 starting corner too many. I think the Patriots will sign deshawn shead or Coleman again if the seahawks drop on of them. (Both will be free agents next year and seahawks are tight on cap space)Butler is a free agent and in the pre-game, it was reported that he would not be returning and will test free agency.
Butler is a free agent and in the pre-game, it was reported that he would not be returning and will test free agency.
He still has a good reputation for a corner, someone will over pay him and it won't be New EnglandTesting free agency doesn't necessarily mean he won't return, unless the Patriots don't make him an offer. I think he's gone though.
Butler is a free agent and in the pre-game, it was reported that he would not be returning and will test free agency.