Watch out 1972 Dolphins... here comes the 2007 NE Patriots (1 Viewer)

[kupcho1]

I don't think the 72 Dolphins even bought champagne this year given how good the Patriots were expected to be. And after the last two weeks, I can't imagine anyone's running out to get some now.



SOLE POSSESSION OF THE UNDEFEATED SEASON IS OFFICIALLY OVER

No. It's not.I'm pretty sure they have to be 16-0 after week 17 for it to be "officially over" right now they're 14 wins shy.

Simmer down.

It could be argued that the Patriots have probably played their two toughest games already (with the possible exception of Indianapolis) and absolutely CRUSHED both opponents.Getting to 16-0 is a mere formality at this point.

If "TapeGate" couldn't derail the Patriot juggernaut, you're telling me Miami will???



New England might be 16-0 by mid-November. The remainder of the schedule might forfeit in order to avoid a beatdown and potentially lose players to injury.

This is both genius and a very real possibility. Wouldn't be surprised to see a few non-contenders no show.

At this point, it isn't a question of getting to 16-0, it's a question of how many of those 16 will be shutouts. I'm setting the over/under at 8.5

 

[j3r3m3y]

Take a look at the Cleveland-Cinci score, anything can happen and there are too many games to be played to start celebrating.

 

[Uncle Humuna]

It's really a shame that it took 35 years for someone to do it, only to have NE finally accomplish it

the same year that DET, HOU and SF do also!!!

 

[jonessed]

There have been a lot of great teams over the years and noone else has been able to do it. A perfect season is as much luck as it is talent.

 

[j3r3m3y]

There have been a lot of great teams over the years and noone else has been able to do it. A perfect season is as much luck as it is talent.

The easiest schedule in the history of the NFL helps too.

 

[King Biggie Cube]

yo i will 100 parcent garantee that they be 16-0.

king biggie stone cold lock fo sho.

i will lay any amount of scrilla...

 

[DolphinsFanAlways]

BUF @ NE

NE @ CIN

CLE @ NE

NE @ DAL

NE @ MIA

WAS @ NE

NE @ IND

NE @ BUF

PHI @ NE

NE @ BAL

PIT @ NE

NYJ @ NE

MIA @ NE

NE @ NYG

Toughest game of all, if they get to that point.

 

[Joe Bryant]

Won't happen.

J

 

[TheLastDispatch]

This is just getting silly...

 

[Drunken Cowboy]

I am predicting both teams to be unbeaten when they play the Steelers.

 

[John Mamula]

i'm feeling it this.

2007 is the Year of the Whiny Tool.

 

[ooofffaaa]

Let's see them go undefeated and win the AFC Championship game on the road before you start comparing them to the '72 Dolphins.

 

[SeniorVBDStudent]

There have been a lot of great teams over the years and noone else has been able to do it. A perfect season is as much luck as it is talent.

The easiest schedule in the history of the NFL helps too.

Published 2007 NFL SOS down?Third most difficult schedule in the league, FYI.

 

[purestrength]

Would anyone mind if I bump this thread in November when Indy beats them by 10-14 points?

Manning is deep in Belichick's head and no amount of cheating (barring a Nancy Kerrigan-like hit) can get rid of him now. Why can't Pats fans realize this?

 

[SKribbles]

*

 

[SeniorVBDStudent]

Would anyone mind if I bump this thread in November when Indy beats them by 10-14 points?

Manning is deep in Belichick's head and no amount of cheating (barring a Nancy Kerrigan-like hit) can get rid of him now. Why can't Pats fans realize this?

Not a bad idea...I'll call Rodney.

 

[Master of Past and Present]

There have been a lot of great teams over the years and noone else has been able to do it. A perfect season is as much luck as it is talent.

The easiest schedule in the history of the NFL helps too.

Published 2007 NFL SOS down?Third most difficult schedule in the league, FYI.

I think he was talking about the Dolphins undefeated season.

 

[NorvilleBarnes]

Won't happen.J

UNSUBSCRIBE!

 

[SeniorVBDStudent]

There have been a lot of great teams over the years and noone else has been able to do it. A perfect season is as much luck as it is talent.

The easiest schedule in the history of the NFL helps too.

Published 2007 NFL SOS down?Third most difficult schedule in the league, FYI.

I think he was talking about the Dolphins undefeated season.

Sorry. TCGD: (Post Traumatic Camera Gate Disorder)

 

[The Great Snook]

I'm a New England homer and even I think this is crazy. I have always believed that 1972 Dolphins were a lucky team instead of a great team. At some point in the season luck bounces the wrong way and you lose, no matter how dominate a team is. I would much rather have it happen in week "X" a couple of times and not in the playoffs.

 

[phthalatemagic]

You guys SOOOOO don't know the rules of jinxing. You can't intentionally jinx something and expect it to work. It actually works opposite then.

 

[Wreckincrew]

yo i will 100 parcent garantee that they be 16-0.king biggie stone cold lock fo sho.i will lay any amount of scrilla...

Judging from the rest of your post I'm assuming "scrilla" is slang for "sheep".

 

[Wingnut]

I think this team has a better shot than any team short of the '85 Bears or '84 49ers in the last 25 years.

 

[east2west]

Posts like these are why NE is becomming one of the most hated teams (outside of their fans) Show some ####### humility, everyone knows the Pats are a good team.

 

[kupcho1]

What if the league made the Patriots play every game on 3 days rest? Do the Patriots still win out?

Or maybe only give New England 3 downs on offense; or only allow them to rush 2 guys. 7 Mississippi?

Any other ideas on how to derail them?

 

[LayinTheSmackDown]

I really hope they do it because im tired of seeing those old farts from the 72' team pop the bubbly every year when the last undefeated team loses.

 

[twitch]

interesting stat. New England has a point differential of 138. That's more points scored than all but FIVE teams. Now, that's just plain ridiculous.

But on the perfect record, I personally dont think its in the cards. Three games worry me. The first is @ Indy. Its coming one week before the Pats' bye, and following what may be a physically tough game at home against Washington. If they dont have Watson or Morris back, it will hurt. Need to be firing on all cylinders to win that one. The 2nd is at home against the Steelers. If they were coming off a normal game week, I wouldnt sweat that one so much. But they'll be coming off a Monday night game @ Baltimore, which I expect they'll probably win. So, short rest getting ready for the Steelers will be tough. Thats a good team. Lastly, week 17 on the road against the Giants. This is a team that can put up alot of points. Depending on NE's playoff bye situation and/or record, they could be resting alot of guys that week. The Giants will very likely be in a dogfight of some kind to secure a home game. Of course, Brady has never lost in NJ, so atleast history is on their side. But that sets up to be a tough one as well. They'll all be tough. Some a little more than others. But bottom line, dont see perfection happening.

 

[Rev. Jim]

Is an undefeated season more important in NE than another SB win? If the Pats clinch a playoff berth early enough (and in this year's AFC East, that may be during their Week 10 bye), and also home field advantage, why would they continue to play their starters?

My predicition: they'll run away with the AFC East, clinch HFA in Week 15, and rest their starters for the playoff run. Then they'll lose a regular season, but it won't matter. I'm guessing Bellichek (sp?) couldn't care less about the undefeated season.

Or he can make a run at the "and oh" record, get Brady or Moss injured in a meaningless game, and watch the Colts win another SB.

My .02

 

[purestrength]

What if the league made the Patriots play every game on 3 days rest? Do the Patriots still win out?Or maybe only give New England 3 downs on offense; or only allow them to rush 2 guys. 7 Mississippi?Any other ideas on how to derail them?

I got a better idea. Let them play the Indianapolis Colts on Nov. 4.That should derail them.

 

[Yitbos69]

I can't stand the Pats.....that said this might be the best team on both sides of the ball I have ever seen.....they are SICK!

 

[Jefferson the Caregiver]

Is an undefeated season more important in NE than another SB win? If the Pats clinch a playoff berth early enough (and in this year's AFC East, that may be during their Week 10 bye), and also home field advantage, why would they continue to play their starters?

A Super Bowl win is still the #1 priority but going undefeated in a single season cannot be that far behind it.When all is said and done, if they are in the postion to do so, I think they will go for the undefeated season and continue to play their starters.Why wouldn't they? It is a special feat that only one team in the history of the NFL has been able to do. You don't think they want to be included in that company?

 

[Bankerguy]

What if the league made the Patriots play every game on 3 days rest? Do the Patriots still win out?

Or maybe only give New England 3 downs on offense; or only allow them to rush 2 guys. 7 Mississippi?

Any other ideas on how to derail them?

To play all 16 games!!

Avoid key injuries the rest of the way.

 

[weasel3515]

What if the league made the Patriots play every game on 3 days rest? Do the Patriots still win out?Or maybe only give New England 3 downs on offense; or only allow them to rush 2 guys. 7 Mississippi?Any other ideas on how to derail them?

I got a better idea. Let them play the Indianapolis Colts on Nov. 4.That should derail them.

As a Colts fan I would love to see it but don't know how they can cover Moss, Stallworth, Welker and Watson all at the same time AND get pressure on Brady with their front four. Don't get me wrong, I think the Colts will score plenty on the Patriots defense in return (which has just been good but not spectacular) but the only way I see the Colts winning is if they get several turnovers.