Your thoughts on the Patriots being a dynasty? Thricerock says no, but I doubt he has ever had to wait through
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They're a dynasty.  Granted, in these times of team parity, where free agents go to where the money is and where they feel they can contribute the most, teams always have a different makeup as far as the roster goes.  The best teams, nowadays, are the ones who can consistently win.  The Patriots have shown that they are one of these teams.  While arguments could be made for Pittsburgh and other winners in recent years, one simply has to remember that New England has won 3 titles in the past 5 years.  That in itself is a remarkable feat - and worthy of NE being deemed a dynasty in light of the current ebb and flow of players in today's league.
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I agree, from watching him this season, it appears that he can still play at a high level. However, Bettis has to consider more than just his level of play with this decision. Personally, is he satisfied? Does he still have the drive to play? Is it still worth all the pain and hard work, and not being with his family? I'm sure the Steelers would welcome him back, but they do have two capable backs in Willie Parker and Duce Staley (if healthy).
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they just might do it this upcoming season with brady quinn, a potential heisman finalist.. charlie weis has done a phenominal job his FIRST season (remember, these aren't HIS guys).. weis' recruits in the future will be the same way the patriots signed no name players and won 3 championships.. weis turn this program around and back in the right direction (and quick).
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The Texans are on the verge of being respectable.  One of their problems is that they play in a tough division.  They have to play Indy twice every season.  And depending on how the other teams are doing they also have to contend with Jacksonville and the Titans.\n\nI don't think David Carr is their answer.  Everyone thinks he just needs a good line and then he will blossom.  Well I have a feeling after this season we will see him leaving Houston.  He has been banged up so much that I think he is constantly thinking about the sack.  This will prevent him from being successful.\n\nReggie Bush will not be the answer either.  Houston already has a respectable RB.\n\nThe current rumor (which is probably false) is that Houston is seriously considering trading down.  They don't want to have to take Bush.  The problem is finding a partner. \n\nThe Saints won't trade up.  In fact they are looking to trade down.  The Titans and Jets are probably comfortable where they are. \n\nThe Packers could use Bush, but they are sitting pretty at number 5.  They will find a quality player to fit their many needs at this spot.\n\nSF or Oakland might be interesting positions.  Both of them could use Bush and that is not too far for Houston to fall and still pick up quality.\n\nWhat's going to happen? No one knows for sure, but I think Houston is hoping to come in 2nd in their division and maybe a chance at a Wildcard spot.
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It has never happened before, but the New England Patriots have a shot at completing the streak this season if they survive in the playoffs. I think they will win Super Bowl XL.
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I just read a great article about Pat and his brother in Sports Illustrated. Pat and his brother were both tabbed. As you recall his brother was in the column just behind Pats. Pat was a hard charger all his life. He got in a fight defending a friend and got busted for it. He used to do hand stands on the roof of his parents house. He was not expected to make the N.F.L. but he persevered. After he proved himself in the N.F.L. the Arizona Cardinals offered him three million dollars to resign ,he turn them down to join the Army. Imagine after finally proving himself, and getting afford the big money, he turned them down. The Rangers were not what Pat had imagined and he was not going to re up. I think it was the discipline, I'm not sure.
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Butkus was a vicious, absolutely ruthless linebacker. He was one of the most dominant players to ever play, and many argue that he was the best LB ever. Many would argue this, but personally, I would take Singletary over Butkus. He may not have had the reputation Butkus had, but I think he was much more intelligent and had better game awareness/reading ability. I've also been around Butkus a couple times in person, and he seems to have carried his arrogance off of the field. I personally had no contact with him, but he didn't seem to be the most fan-friendly type, even when he was at a fan-oriented event. I also saw him at a small family wedding, and he kind of kept his guys around him as if to keep people away; apparently he was worried about being mobbed by the 20 or so in-laws that were there. Get over yourself, Dick. You were great, but stop making your name seem so appropriate.
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If I'd of met him I'd of kicked him in the nutz!!!\n\nThat was a FUMBLE!!!!!!!!!!!! \n\nHe KNOWS IT AND SO DOES EVERYONE ELSE!!!!\n\nRefs are always helping out those darn patriots.\n\nFUMBLE FUMBLE FUMBLE FUMBLE FUMBLE!!!!\n\nCHarles Woodsen had a clear fumble causing hit!! \n\nCheaters!!!*
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Hello fellow member of the Raider Nation.  Frankly, I'm disappointed.  How can you pass up your franchise QB in Matt Leinart?!?!?! WTF!!!  Michael Huff may be a hard hitter, but he's not going to bring the organization out of extinction.  Now Aaron Brooks is our QB.  Its going to be a rough year, but hang in there.\n\nJust Win Baby!\n\nP.S. "Jet" can go f*ck himself.
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I sure hope so.  The Patriots haven't played any good teams lately.  The only thing that concerns me with the Colts is that They basically will have had 4 weeks weeks with no real presure and that along with the death of coach Dungy's son I hope that they will be up to the challange.
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I HOPE THAT THE PATRIOTS WIN! i am a huge pats fan and these past 2 weeks especially this week has been a huge dissapointment. most likely this losing streak won't continue. Belichick is going to wip these Pats back to the Pats that won 3 superbowls. by next week we should be ready to beat those cheese heads.
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*Raiders Rule*\n\nSteeler's will not be gone this year i hate to see someone get hurt but they still was not going to be good.\n\n   *_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*\nRaider Super Bowl Bound \n   *_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*_*
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Cruz went to Northern State in South Dakota, so he can't be all bad.  "A regular special teams junkie", as described by "Wolf Creek" actor John Jarrett.  You know else who went to a college in SD?  Adam Vinatieri.  What a player he is, eh?  Of course, I hope he pulls his groin for leaving the Patriots in favor of the Colts.
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normally I hate the browns (my dads team) but they have made some impressive moves during free agency. Also with the return of winslow they could be much more impressive. (watched "the fumble" game 2 nights ago, a heart breaker for any browns fan)
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Even if you're not a COLTS fan, you gotta appreciate his talents as a QB. Can you imagine what life would be like if he ever got traded to another team? (I don't see that really happening, it's just a question.) Even if he did, he'd be a helluva QB where ever he played. Peyton for President!!  Ok, maybe not President, but Vice President.
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No.  He's done.  He should be happy he had such a rewarding career in professional football and retire quietly and proudly.  If he did hook up with one last team, he'd be scratching for the last roster spot against undrafted rookie free agents.  That would be pitiful.
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T.O. knows this is his last chance and there weren't any other teams in the running.  If he doesn't shut up and just play he will be done.  Go Boys!!  (Sorry about Keyshawn, I liked him and didn't think I would)