Lots of interesting points here. I agree on most but not all. You say that Tom Brady is over rated. I cant agree with that one. Look at all of the other qbs in the discussion of best ever, Montana, Elway, Unitas, Manning, Favre. It doesnt really matter who you throw in the discussion, they all have their faults. Unitas was before my time, but as for rest, it was clear to me that they all are less than perfect. Montana was replaced by Young (how could the best ever lose his job pre-salary cap), Elway lost 3 superbowls, Manning has struggled more often than not in the post season and Favre is prone to throwing interceptions. I think we need to take a step back and realize that these guys are human. They occasionally make mistakes. Brady has one of the best regular season and post season winning percentages of all time. He has won 3 superbowls rings. What more do you want? He was at his best when the talent around him was less than stellar. If you think he isnt great, try watching some of the qbs in the next tier for a season (McNabb, Bulger, Roethlisberger, Palmer, Brees) they aren't nearly as consistent. They have many more stinkers than Brady. I dont know how many times I have watched a non-patriots game and been struck with just how lucky our team is to have Brady. Without Brady, I dont know that this team has any of its championships. Brady is only 30. I wouldnt be at all surprised if he won another superbowl before he is all said and done.I dont think the Patriots are done by any stretch. They just went 18-1 against one of the toughest schedules in the league. The core of their team is young and signed long term. When I say core, I mean Brady and the offensive and defensive lines. The o-line got abused yesterday, but lets not forget how well they did the rest of the year. Welker is signed long term as is Maroney. If Moss & Stallworth go, so be it. Gaffney did pretty well in the playoffs last year with only Reche Caldwell to "draw" coverage away. Adalius Thomas and Mike Vrabel have several good years left.I think the Patriots need to get much younger at the Line Backer spot and they need to address the Samuel situation and find an upgrade to Hobbs. I think that Merriweather may grow into a good safety. If Morris can be healthy for next year, it will make a big difference to the running game. He really fit their system perfectly. I am not sold on Maroney. I saw him run hard in the playoffs, but he just doesnt seem to provide a consitent effort. They have some holes, but they are manageable. This team is a sack away from being touted as the best team ever. Lets not over-react.