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Scouts Buzz: Comeback Pats

Rallying from large deficits is New England's new MO; QB Flynn set up for big payday

Originally Published: January 2, 2012
By Matt Williamson | Scouts Inc.

After watching the Week 17 matchups, Scouts Inc. shares some observations about this year's playoff teams.

Comback kids: The Patriots' new strategy is to spot their opponent three touchdowns or so before they begin to come back. Bills QB Ryan Fitzpatrick was razor sharp to begin Sunday's game against New England's extremely generous pass defense; he threw for 246 yards just in the first half. The Bills scored the first 21 points, but the Patriots responded in massive fashion with 49 unanswered points as Wes Welker (as usual) and their amazing tight ends destroyed Buffalo's defense.

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Matt Williamson

ESPN.com
  • Joined ESPN in 2005
  • Was an NFL and college scout for the Cleveland Browns

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