That seems to be the consensus on sports radio, which I listened to on the way to and from rehearsal last night. A bit of a steep payment, but they get a player they've had their eyes on for a while and someone who Belichick trusts. We'll see how it works out. They needed something offensively. I'm not sure this was exactly what was needed, but in conjunction with getting some other players back and healthy, the receiver corps will look a ton better than they have for several weeks.
Bill
Nah, I don't think so. This season is very reminiscent of the Pats' undefeated season and the Cowboys went 13-3 (but lost to the Giants), except that the Cowboys are not as good as that 13-3 team. It just doesn't feel like anyone is in the same league playing at the same level as the Pats.
With that said, the Pats have had an easy schedule to date, so we'll see.
In fact, this is what makes the Sanu trade so brilliant (I use that term loosely). They just got better. They may have given up a 2nd rounder, but it's presumably a very late 2nd round pick. When you're playing well as a team and you can further separate yourself, go for it. It's the right move. Period.
Oh, and even though many are compensatory, here is the 2020 draft picks for the Pats:
- 1st round (own)
- 3rd round (own)
- 3rd round (projected compensatory pick: Trey Flowers)
- 3rd round (projected compensatory pick: Trent Brown)
- 4th round (via Chicago Bears)
- 6th round (via Houston Texans: Keion Crossen trade)
- 6th round (via Denver Broncos: Duke Dawson trade)
- 6th round (projected compensatory pick: Malcom Brown)
- 6th round (projected compensatory pick: Cordarrelle Patterson)
- 7th round (via Seattle Seahawks)
- 7th round (via Falcons)
- 7th round (via Philadelphia Eagles)
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Yeah...although he has been average at best elsewhere, if there is anyone who can maximize his potential it's Bill. Just seems like a some good draft capital to give away to me, although I didn't realize how man picks they already have for next year (assuming those projections are true).
That said, I did put a waiver claim in for him in fantasy.
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I don't see the Pats' at nearly 2007 levels. Defense is very good, but as you say, they haven't really played any substantial competition. I think the real Patriots will show themselves over the coming weeks, and it won't look as rosy as it has over the first seven weeks. Which isn't to say they won't win, but winning ugly is a Patriots trademark.
Well, the move looks even better with us putting Gordon on IR today. This really bums me out, not so much for the team, but for him. I hope he can hold it together. I was really rooting for him to make a solid comeback, and this is just a major setback for him. Just a bummer at a personal level.
I agree with this, though I'm not sure the Browns will pose the biggest threat. Ravens are dangerous with the mobile QB. Cowboys, Chiefs, Texans and Bills will be solid challenges. Pats' have also pulled a no-show or two over the past couple of seasons, so who knows on the other games. I don't see this as an undefeated team, or a SB shoe-in. The Sanu move now is basically neutral to me with losing Gordon. It will be interesting.
Bill
Yeah...that does suck for Gordon. You can never really have enough weapons, and he seemed to be able to contribute to the Pats positively (albeit not that much this year). As for your last statement...idk...other than KC I don't really see any other team that can challenge the Pats (and that's assuming Mahomes can come back fully heathy). I know the Bills have a tough defense...but the offense doesn't inspire me much (especially given they've played once (in buffalo) already).
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Hope you're right, but I could see any of the teams I mentioned being a challenge for the Patriots. Raven's always challenge the Pats', that's a great rivalry. If the Texans and Cowboys think they can compete at the top level, then their Pats' games will be big tests. Chiefs is a given, assuming Mahomes is healthy, which I hope he is. I like the Patriots this year, but I don't think they are "all that." They have holes and are beatable, and the meat of their schedule lies ahead. We'll see what they're really made of in the coming weeks.
Bill
Every year they lose a handful of games but still wind up in the SB. I understand that the Bills only have one loss, but I don't think that will be the case for the year, so even when the pats lose a couple games I think they will still win the division and will have home field advantage through the playoffs.
But the second half of the season will be more of a challenge for sure...though I think it 'll be surprising if the 'Boys beat them IMO. I know the Raven game is in Baltimore, so that will be a tougher test. Is the game versus the Texans in Houston or Foxborough?
Really the biggest challenge I can see them having is the kicking game. I'm surprised they didn't pick some kicker off of a practice squad is turns out to be the next God.
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Houston game is in Houston.
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They had a kicker on the practice squad for a while, but he seems to be gone. They appear to be going with Nugent, and I agree this does not exactly inspire confidence.
Totally agree. I still felt Gordon had potential, but he's no longer a "#1." Like Dorsett, and even Sanu, he would have been made much better by being paired with a true #1. In the past Gronk fulfilled that role, attracting extra coverage and making mediocre receivers look better. We got a glimpse of what that could have been like with AB, and Gordon had a good game that one day (admittedly against the Dolphins, but their defense hung pretty tough for a while).
Adding Sanu to the mix I think would have elevated Gordon's play, just as it would have benefited Sanu. Adding Sanu and losing Gordon to me is simply a neutral move, and pins a lot of hopes on the rookie Harry being a difference maker. Wouldn't shock me to see the Pats' make one more move in this area before the deadline, but I doubt it will be much more than a "depth" move.
Is he healthy? That's not a name I've ever heard that was on the Pats' radar, but it's interesting.
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Bennett to the Cowboys for a 7th (maybe 6th). And Dez Bryant.
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Aaand the Browns are well on the way to beating themselves...
Again.
3 turnovers on 3 consecutive plays, unreal
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The Pat's will show no mercy. The reign of terror continues. No team in the AFC stands a chance (maybe the Ravens but depends on home field advantage).
Who's going to stop the 49ers? Maybe the Saints?
A healthy Chefs team with home field could beat them. Don't think we'll see a fully healthy Chefs team, though.
Oof. Not the Panthers. Jayzuz.
Clearly Carolina is not ready for prime time. I’m ok with the team getting outplayed (which they did), but getting out coached is unacceptable. The Panthers had no answer for SF’s motions and play actions. You can always get better coaches ...
A healthy New Orleans team is probably better than SF. I’d take them over an unproven SF team.
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My god the 49ers ain't fucking around. Can't wait to see a Saints/49ers playoff game or a 49ers/Packers playoff game.
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