Captain Lou

How is this crew of greatness doing these days?

Nice to see Axe still on the board

Looks to me Like a 30 - 13 Raven win here..................

Is it me , or is this game always in Indy. I would much rather see them alternate this rivalry game so that one team does not always get a home field advantage. How about seeing this game in New England at some point in the next few years, say around December 15th or so in real football elements. That would be fun to watch........

A very entertaining game. Pats 31 Colts 24

Great looking group IMO. Best of luck to the Vets and newbies.

Great to see the Vets maintaing this league. I wish you all the very best this season. Get that title back.

I forgive you Clash Hope all is well,,,,,,,,,

Clueless, over that last handful of seasons the Pats went on a 23-0 regular season winning streak, and todays loss snapped their most recent 21-0 regualr season winning streak against all comers in this league. Including the mighty Packers might I add. To imply that New England has had a lucky, or mediocre team over this span in NFL history is insane. To argue the point with many of you on this board is simply a waste of time. I simply read all of this crap and shake my head. The Pats will be fine for another 4-5 seasons which is more than what can be expected from two thirds of the entire league.

Have a great season guys, and best of luck in the IBL....

I have decided to retire and open my slot for new blood.Best of luck to the 2008 team,I really enjoyed representing this board for many years.

It is now being confirmed that the deal is done and agreed to by Moss and the Pats. It appears that he is taking the the hometown discount and will sign his 3 year 27 million dollar offer. What is unknown is the guaranteed dollar amount. Great deal for the Pats. Bad deal for the 31 other teams.

Thanks for the info Shovel. I thought he was the same guy. And if I am not mistaken, the organization fired him in December prior to the pats-Rams Super Bowl. If this is also the case, he would have no reason to video a walk through which is basically a useless practice session IMO. With regard to video taping in general, most NFL teams have done it from the private suites, stands etc. , and Bill should have cooled this practice from the sideline after the letter had gone out to quit or be fined. Although the Pats were not the only team in the NFL to use sideline video taping, they were the ones who took it one game to far. Also, with regard to the post above from the Steeler fan who feels that the Pats knew all of their plays in the AFC Championship game, I would just point out that the Patriots had run off 22 regular season wins in a row prior to that Halloween evening, and about 8 starters did not play that day. I think all running backs were injured except a full back. That particular team had a ton of injuries but came back strong at the end of the season. The Steelers were a pound the ball team so it really was not toO difficult to defense them in the re-match. Just my observation. The Pats were a bEtter team that season IMO.

If I am not mistaken, wasn't Matt Walsh a team scout who was fired by the Pats in December of 2001 prior to the Pats - Rams Super Bowl? If this is in fact the same guy, he never had anything to do with video while with the organization. Anyone know if this is the case? Just curious................

Have New England and Indy, the Pats at home against the Jets is just way to inviting. New England with a pick 6 or two looks about right.............

I would agree with this hands down. The quarterback position is far more difficult to play as well as the decision making when reading the defense on every play. Brady has always said that his favorite receiver is the one that is open. I think he and Moss are just toying with their opponents at times and realize that they can have the big play just about anytime they want it. You still have to lay the ball in there with the defense in your face. Nobody is doing that better than Brady. Just a quick note, a couple of years back he led the league in pasiing and TD's with far less receiver talent, and has already won 3 Super Bowls without Moss or any receiver even close to his talent. Brady was a made man before this season, he just has a new toy similar to what Manning has enjoyed since he came into the league. You also have to give a lot of credit to Belechick foir building the offensive line around him. No quarterback could ever post stats like this while looking at the sky every Sunday. In just a few weeks, most passing records for a season will fall so why not just sit back and watch history unfold.

Now that was worth reading. As history is being made , many turn away shouting insults while bringing up their teams glory days in leather helmets. Then calling for an intentional injury to a premier player just goes way over the top. Guys, we will never see a team do this again in our lifetime. I of course will hope for the perfect 19-0 season while leaving every opponent beaten silly during the process. I have watched this team since the sixties, but this decade will be one for the ages for Patriot fans everywhere. This team is built for a few more Super Bowls, and I would even go out on a limb and say that Brady retires with at least seven Super Bowl rings when the dust settles. So if you hate em now, better find another past time for the next 5 or so years. Happy Thanksging to all of you, and enjoy the games.

How about adding a third thing about this run: Maroney became the 19th different player on this team to score a touchdown. I would be very surprised to see them lose to any team and really hope for a Pats-Packers Super Bowl.

Don't forget the Colts, defending Super Bowl Champs. A lot of inuries after that game and could have easily gone 0-3 had the Chiefs owned a quarterback.

Yeah, as well as the Chargers, Skins, Browns, Bengals, Cowboys, and since the Colts could barley walk after their game at home against the Pats, I would thorw them in as well. Certainly changed the Colts for a couple few weeks. Just an observation. On another note, is it possible that the NFL only has a few good football teams? This is what the salary cap has produced, an any given Sunday league for almost 30 teams. Enjoy the drama I guess.

Not a homer, but word is a high ankle sprain and will sit out Thursday. Tough to bounce back from these depnding ho serious. I remember TO having one an entire season a few years back. Good luck....

Walter34, Captain Lou hereby validates you. Although I find this kind of amusing that a so called Fantasymind would second guess your sound advice.

I managed to get him in the IBL draft for a 10.06 range pick. Traded for him in order to hook up with Brees on Bye weeks. Mid tenth is a real solid value, but he has also been taken 8th and early 9th in the other 4 drafts going on. Presently, he s my number four unless I deal for something slightly better. I do feel that he will have his best season in 2007 providing he is healthy enough to play. Meachem to me is at least a season away, but could be wrong. We expect these rookies to blow up, but forget the adjustment period for about 96% of them coming out. Draft them later, but don't over pay........

Will time out soon. Visit the Bat Cave

Moz, in one hour you get Jerry Rice......