New England Patriots: 5 players that have to improve

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PITTSBURGH, PA – DECEMBER 16: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images) /

1. Tom Brady

When you are such a great quarterback as Tom Brady it is hard to live up to expectations. For years we have thought that Brady had beaten “father time.” It looks like we declared defeat too early.

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This hasn’t been a great season for Tom Brady. The last time Brady had 9 interceptions was in 2014.

To put it bluntly, Brady has looked like a 41-year-old quarterback. He has made some horrible throws and horrible decisions.

Brady had a chance to do what he was known for best in Week 15. He had a chance to lead another 4th quarter comeback. But Brady and the offense shot themselves in the foot.

Whenever you see Brady driving down the field late in the game you think it is a guaranteed victory. Your confidence has to waver after this last game.

Brady’s wide receivers need to improve as well, but he isn’t off the hook. Brady needs to make better throws.

I have all the confidence in the world in Brady. I expect him to be dominant in the Patriots last two games. If he is able to do this the New England Patriots chances of winning a Super Bowl will be back from the dead.

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New England Patriots: 5 players that have to improve if team wants to win Super Bowl

By Sam Minton | Dec 17, 2018

1. Tom Brady