Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Mon Nov 13, 2017 12:03 am
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Have the Patriots lost their touch?
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Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Tue Nov 14, 2017 3:46 am
I could see them going down this year. The Chiefs are pretty good.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun Jan 20, 2019 9:31 pm
Man, I wish the original thread on Rube Chat was still around.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Mon Jan 21, 2019 10:25 am
I know. I never would have thought that my stupidity would inspire 60 pages of hilarity.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Mon Sep 09, 2019 9:04 am
Doesn't appear so... and now they're adding Antonio Brown.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Mon Oct 07, 2019 12:07 am
Patriots lead the NFL in "net points" with +121.
2nd place is San Fran with +42
That's insane.
FWIW, Vikes are 4th with +39.
2nd place is San Fran with +42
That's insane.
FWIW, Vikes are 4th with +39.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Mon Oct 07, 2019 12:38 am
I noticed that as well, crazy stat. Obviously playing bad teams helps, but they are giving up about a touchdown a game, that's an impressive stat in today's NFL.Beef Supreme wrote: ↑Mon Oct 07, 2019 12:07 am Patriots lead the NFL in "net points" with +121.
2nd place is San Fran with +42
That's insane.
FWIW, Vikes are 4th with +39.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Wed Oct 09, 2019 1:43 pm
What is even scarier is Brady says this is the best defense he has seen since he became a Patriot. Looks like number 7 is a real possibiltyDan33185 wrote: ↑Mon Oct 07, 2019 12:38 amI noticed that as well, crazy stat. Obviously playing bad teams helps, but they are giving up about a touchdown a game, that's an impressive stat in today's NFL.Beef Supreme wrote: ↑Mon Oct 07, 2019 12:07 am Patriots lead the NFL in "net points" with +121.
2nd place is San Fran with +42
That's insane.
FWIW, Vikes are 4th with +39.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Thu Apr 23, 2020 8:34 pm
Well?
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Fri Apr 24, 2020 12:11 am
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 8:41 am
One of the all time classic face palm threads. Patriots won 2 titles and went to the SB 3 times after Fresh Dunce posted this.
I truly believe Bill is tanking for Trevor Lawerence. Edelman gets traded, so does Gillmore.
I truly believe Bill is tanking for Trevor Lawerence. Edelman gets traded, so does Gillmore.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 9:08 am
I want us to tank for Lawrence. Sadly, that dream is dead with the Cousins extension. I don't think Belicheat would be able to tank a season. He's too competitive. It may happen naturally though. That offense looks hideous on paper.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 10:20 am
He has a stockpile of 2021 picks. Rumor is Edelman to Green Bay and He could get a 2021 1st rounder and more for Gillmore.Small Hands wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 9:08 amI want us to tank for Lawrence. Sadly, that dream is dead with the Cousins extension. I don't think Belicheat would be able to tank a season. He's too competitive. It may happen naturally though. That offense looks hideous on paper.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 9:25 pm
I would love to see GB give dome decent for a almost 34 yesr.old Edelman.RM22 wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 10:20 amHe has a stockpile of 2021 picks. Rumor is Edelman to Green Bay and He could get a 2021 1st rounder and more for Gillmore.Small Hands wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 9:08 amI want us to tank for Lawrence. Sadly, that dream is dead with the Cousins extension. I don't think Belicheat would be able to tank a season. He's too competitive. It may happen naturally though. That offense looks hideous on paper.
I don't believe this move will happen though.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 9:30 pm
Don't sleep on JE. That dude is a gamer. Who on the Vikes is going to cover him in the slot?Sergeant Rubetube wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 9:25 pmI would love to see GB give dome decent for a almost 34 yesr.old Edelman.
I don't believe this move will happen though.
AJ Dillon is my favorite back in this draft class. Plus the Pack drafted a solid TE/FB. Add Edelman, Dillon, Jones with Adams. Arog has some weapons.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 9:32 pm
Not worried how the Vikings will cover him. Vikings are going to be mediocre this year. He's not enough to put GB over the top of a SB. Let them trade away a future piece for him.RM22 wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 9:30 pmDon't sleep om JE. That dude is a gamer. Who on the Vikes is going to cover him in the slot?Sergeant Rubetube wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 9:25 pmI would love to see GB give dome decent for a almost 34 yesr.old Edelman.
I don't believe this move will happen though.
AJ Dillon is my favorite back in this draft class. Plus the Pack drafted a solid TE/FB. Add Edelman, Dillon, Jones with Adams. Arog has some weapons.
I can't imagine it would cost much thlugh. 5th rounder?
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 9:39 pm
For a Superbowl MVP? You obviously don't watch many Patriots games. He was literally Brady's only target last year. He took a beating. And ended up with 100 catches and 1117 yards.Sergeant Rubetube wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 9:32 pmNot worried how the Vikings will cover him. Vikings are going to be mediocre this year. He's not enough to put GB over the top of a SB. Let them trade away a future piece for him.
I can't imagine it would cost much thlugh. 5th rounder?
Prime Time compared him to Scottie Pippen. On how valuable he was to the Championship Franchise.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 9:41 pm
He's ancient. The Pats imo don't want to win. If they do, they won't trade him. Nobody is giving up much for him. You might be able to pry a 4th. No higher and I wouldn't even do that.RM22 wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 9:39 pmFor a Superbowl MVP? You obviously don't watch many Patriots games. He was literally Brady's only target last year. He took a beating. And ended up with 100 catches and 1117 yards.Sergeant Rubetube wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 9:32 pmNot worried how the Vikings will cover him. Vikings are going to be mediocre this year. He's not enough to put GB over the top of a SB. Let them trade away a future piece for him.
I can't imagine it would cost much thlugh. 5th rounder?
I'm not saying he isn't/wasn't good.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 9:42 pm
He's Clutch. And no, the Patriots do not want to win. Bill is tanking for Trevor Lawerence.
I bet Edeleman is worth a 3rd from a team like GB. Or TB.
I bet Edeleman is worth a 3rd from a team like GB. Or TB.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 9:46 pm
Last year Edelman had his best statistical season. He turns 34 this month. There is plenty left in his tank. well worth a 3rd to any team.
It's like saying ARodg isn't any good because he is 34.
It's like saying ARodg isn't any good because he is 34.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 9:47 pm
TB makes more sense as they are all in. They are a legit SB contender.
Having Evans, Godwin, Gronk and Edelman would be sick.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 9:50 pm
Green Bay went to the NFC Champ game last year. In a weak division. They could get the #1 seed and have a home playoff game in Lamblow come January. You're clearly not seeing this the way I am. Plus. ARodg is pissed at the team for drafting Love. They trade for JE, it brings in a proven winner/gamer.Sergeant Rubetube wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 9:47 pmTB makes more sense as they are all in. They are a legit SB contender.
Having Evans, Godwin, Gronk and Edelman would be sick.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 9:53 pm
Meh. I watch the Packerd like.I do the Vikings. Even all their preseason. Most.of.my family and friends are Packer fans.RM22 wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 9:50 pmGreen Bay went to the NFC Champ game last year. In a weak division. They could get the #1 seed and have a home playoff game in Lamblow come January. You're clearly not seeing this the way I am. Plus. ARodg is pissed at the team for drafting Love. They trade for JE, it brings in a proven winner/gamer.Sergeant Rubetube wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 9:47 pmTB makes more sense as they are all in. They are a legit SB contender.
Having Evans, Godwin, Gronk and Edelman would be sick.
That team was a major fluke last year. They are at best a 10-6 squad. The division will be a shit show this year imo. They are all decent but no one is great.
They shouldn't even have beat the Hawks in blow and lost just as bad as the Vikings did to the Niners.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 9:56 pm
Well as I told you the Niners were the class of the NFC. They crushed GB twice. Hawks have the best outside chance. But GB isn't as far away with ARodg. Give him these weapons, in a weak division and they have a legitimate shot.
Good talk Tube. I'm audi.
Good talk Tube. I'm audi.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 10:40 pm
The North is not a week division at all. None really scream Championship contender, but the Packers, Bears and Vikings all could be highly competitive this year...and maybe one of them steps up as a championship contender. Foles could be a Wild Card in this division. How much better would the Bears have been last year with someone more capable than Trubisky? Certainly better than 8-8.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 10:44 pm
Don't count the Lions out either.bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 10:40 pmThe North is not a week division at all. None really scream Championship contender, but the Packers, Bears and Vikings all could be highly competitive this year...and maybe one of them steps up as a championship contender. Foles could be a Wild Card in this division. How much better would the Bears have been last year with someone more capable than Trubisky? Certainly better than 8-8.
I don't see anyone worse than 7-9 and anyone better than 10-6.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Sun May 03, 2020 10:58 pm
yeah, I was gonna say 6-10 for the Lions, and if thats your worst team in a division, thats a pretty competitive last place team. Lions have some real nice offensive players on paper too. I'm just really never worried about the Lions, even when they are having up years.Sergeant Rubetube wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 10:44 pmDon't count the Lions out either.bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 10:40 pmThe North is not a week division at all. None really scream Championship contender, but the Packers, Bears and Vikings all could be highly competitive this year...and maybe one of them steps up as a championship contender. Foles could be a Wild Card in this division. How much better would the Bears have been last year with someone more capable than Trubisky? Certainly better than 8-8.
I don't see anyone worse than 7-9 and anyone better than 10-6.
I could very well see a scenario like yours of the 4 teams in this division being within 3 games of each other...that would be a very entertaining year. I still think one of the 3 of the Vikes, Pack and Bears get momentum, and rise to 11-5 or 12-4. Vikes have a very talented roster, but some huge holes. Packers have a balanced team now, though I think they blew their shot at ascending to an elite offense without adding a playmaker on offense. And the Bears have one of the leagues most feared defenses in the whole league as long as Mack is healthy, to go along with one of the better home field advantages in the whole league...Foles is the key for that team. He hasnt had a great regular season since 2013, and has never even played a full season (He hasnt even played more than 7 games since 2015), but we all saw what he could do in the playoffs with Philly. If he does during the season, what he did in the playoffs for Philly, Bears could run away. If he's his usual regular season self, the Bears have a QB controversy all season, and have mediocre QB play and will probably look like the 8-8 team they were last year.
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Mon May 04, 2020 2:23 am
I'll wait until the schedules are out to make my final predictions but have you seen GBs opponents?bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 10:58 pmyeah, I was gonna say 6-10 for the Lions, and if thats your worst team in a division, thats a pretty competitive last place team. Lions have some real nice offensive players on paper too. I'm just really never worried about the Lions, even when they are having up years.Sergeant Rubetube wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 10:44 pmDon't count the Lions out either.bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Sun May 03, 2020 10:40 pm
The North is not a week division at all. None really scream Championship contender, but the Packers, Bears and Vikings all could be highly competitive this year...and maybe one of them steps up as a championship contender. Foles could be a Wild Card in this division. How much better would the Bears have been last year with someone more capable than Trubisky? Certainly better than 8-8.
I don't see anyone worse than 7-9 and anyone better than 10-6.
I could very well see a scenario like yours of the 4 teams in this division being within 3 games of each other...that would be a very entertaining year. I still think one of the 3 of the Vikes, Pack and Bears get momentum, and rise to 11-5 or 12-4. Vikes have a very talented roster, but some huge holes. Packers have a balanced team now, though I think they blew their shot at ascending to an elite offense without adding a playmaker on offense. And the Bears have one of the leagues most feared defenses in the whole league as long as Mack is healthy, to go along with one of the better home field advantages in the whole league...Foles is the key for that team. He hasnt had a great regular season since 2013, and has never even played a full season (He hasnt even played more than 7 games since 2015), but we all saw what he could do in the playoffs with Philly. If he does during the season, what he did in the playoffs for Philly, Bears could run away. If he's his usual regular season self, the Bears have a QB controversy all season, and have mediocre QB play and will probably look like the 8-8 team they were last year.
It's has to be one of the hardest in the league.
@Niners, @Saints, @Tampa
Home games against the Titans, Eagles, Vikings.
Right now I'm going...
Bears 10-6
Packers 9-7
Vikings 8-8
Lions 7-9
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Mon Jan 17, 2022 7:13 pm
Re: Have the Patriots lost their touch?
Posted: Mon Jan 17, 2022 9:04 pm
I mean...they made the playoffs with a rookie QB, and even though they did get blown out, I would consider that a success.