The New England Patriots lost in disappointing fashion to the Tennesse Titans and their season has come to an abrupt end.
This seemed like a game that the New England Patriots could not lose. They were playing the Titans at home.
But the Patriots didn’t show up. They played poorly and got what they deserved, an early vacation.
Now the Patriots are a giant question mark. Will Tom Brady be on the team next season? Will Josh McDaniels be on the coaching staff next year?
This is a disappointing loss but you understand why it happened. Derrick Henry ran all over the Patriots defense and the offense failed to show up.
As I sit here and write this I wonder if it is time to look back instead of looking forward? Will this finally be the time the team falls off a cliff?
If that is the case Patriots fans should be grateful. We got to see the greatest QB and head coach to ever play the game and win 6 Super Bowls.
But we need to go ver the main takeaways from a truly awful Saturday night.
Tom Brady could be gone
I am in a confusing state of mind when it comes to Tom Brady. I have no idea if he is staying or going. The only thing I am certain of is that he won’t retire.
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Saturday was an awful night for Brady. He was 20/37 for 209 yards and an interception. He wasn’t the main reason the Patriots lost, but he didn’t help.
One of the last plays of the game that had no real impact on the outcome may change Brady’s mind about his future.
Right now, Brady’s last throw is a pick-six to Logan Ryan. If I know one thing, Brady won’t want to end his career like that.
Still, I think that Brady’s status in New England is up in the air. As we saw New England’s offense isn’t what it used to be. He could move on and try to win with another team and prove he doesn’t need Bill Belichick.
Hopefully, this game will not be Brady’s last as a Patriot.
Horrible play calling
Now one of the biggest takeaways from the offensive side of the ball was how poor the playcalling was. This game definitely didn’t make people look at Josh McDaniels as a genius.
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One of the most notable errors McDaniels made was when he ran the ball three straight times in the red zone. Why didn’t he have Tom Brady go for a sneak over the top? Why didn’t he have the best quarterback in history throw the ball?
It might be a good thing if McDaniels leaves the team. Maybe New England will bring in someone else could improve the offense.
Throughout the season we saw McDaniels make some questionable calls. Running draws on 3rd and longs, trying screens when they weren’t working. They just made you scratch your head.
The Patriots made some mistakes, but Josh McDaniels didn’t do anything to help the team and cost New England some points.
Not so scary defense
The Patriots defense was one of the best in the NFL at one point. They were even giving themselves nicknames.
But on Saturday night the defense needed to stop one player and they couldn’t. Derrick Henry ran all over the Patriots defense.
Before the end of the first half, he had over 100 yards. He was racking up yards like he was a man playing against boys.
Henry finished the night with over 200 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown. He single-handedly carried the Titans to a victory.
As the game progressed New England’s defense did improve. They didn’t even allow a point in the 2nd half. But the damage was already done. Tennesse already had done all their scoring.
So the New England Patriots season ended in disappointing fashion. This offseason sure will be interesting to watch as it is bound to be crazy.
For now at least the Patriots dynasty seems to be over