If the Pats had an offensive line that could block, they would have run away with this season. Denver defense definitely stepped up and the Pats gave them a game. The Broncos are lucky to have a corner that stays healthy in the playoffs. That punk Talib always got hurt in NE at the worst time.
Sad to say I think my namesake Jerod Mayo may be done as a Patriot. After going on IR for the 1000th year in a row, he is due a $4 mil roster bonus this spring, which I doubt they will allow. At least I'll be able to get a jersey cheap at the Pro Shop.
I'll be rooting for the Panthers in two weeks, but not sure I'll watch the game. Extreme Beerfest is that weekend so I'll probably be sleeping off a huge hangover!