Boasting about my Patriots should not cause alarm by the other "weathered" New England Sports buffs.
This isn't 1985 or 1996. The Pats may be winning close games, but they are doing it with Defensive Genius.
Look at the last three Superbowl Champs.
Baltimore, New England and Tampa Bay.
The Patriots have allowed the fewest points in the league this season.
They have three shut-outs in the last four home games.
I'm trying to temper my enthusiasm with caution, but save for a total melt-down, they should be booking their hotel room in Houston already.
Any suggestions for the pre-game tailgate next Saturday?