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Originally Posted by sandtrapjack

I guess I am in the minority here, especially when I say that even with Brady out for the year, the Patriots are still a team that will attain double digit wins.

They can still end up 10-6 or even 11-5 when the smoke clears. Say what you want about Bellicheat, but the fact of the matter is the Patriots are the best coached team in the league. Say what you will, but he keeps that team grounded and on the same page.

Second, it was not that long ago in 1999 or 2000, that the Patriots starting QB went out with an injury and an unknown, backup 6th round pick named Tom Brady stepped in and blew everyone away.

Third, the Pats have the EASIEST regular season schedule in the league.

And lastly, if you have to use a back up like Cassel, then look at the talent surrounding him. Moss, Watson, Maroney, Faulk, Welker. Not to mention a veteran defense that knows how to keep thier team in the game until the final gun sounds.

With the talent, coaching and schedule I think Cassel is programmed for success. If he blows this chance, it is unilkely he will succeed any where in the league.

I agree.

I said earlier in this thread I thought they were a 13-3 team with Brady, 10-6 without him.