Turning Point of the Season

Yesterday's snow storm seem inconsequential at first, but it might be the turning point of the season for the Pats. WR Randy Moss, LB's Adelius Thomas, Gary Guyton and Derrick Burgess were sent home after showing up late for an 8am meeting. Tom Brady was on time in spite of his wife giving birth the night before.

Talk shows and blogs have been buzzing over rumors that Thomas is very unhappy with his role on the team. During an interview broadcast over WEEI today, Thomas was trying his best to be diplomatic, but it's easy to see that there is a crack in the team chemistry.

Brady called out the team after the loss to the Dolphins saying that players needed to be more focused and dedicated. Thomas said he never listens to weather forecasts and seemed unaware that a huge storm was covering half the country.

Some "experts" have been waiting for this Randy Moss moment. There are many people who still dislike the guy, based on his prior time with the Vikings and the Raiders. They are coming out of the woodwork saying it's just a matter of time before he goes into one of his classic melt-downs. There are rumors of his frustration of being doubled-teamed the last few weeks and Wes Welker getting most of the balls thrown by Brady. He has always considered himself as a deep threat as opposed to being a slot receiver.

Coach Belichick gave his usual answer of "between me and the players". He said there would be no more discipline. Does this mean they will all start on Sunday or will they have to sit out a series as punitive measure?

With the season on the line and playoffs being tenuous, it will certainly be an interesting pre-game show on Sunday.