They Already Started

One of my big concerns for this season has been realized. There was a great deal of commentary about the role of Wes Welker in the season opening win against the Titans. He was the team's fourth leading receiver behind Rob Gronkowski, Aaron Hernandez and Brandon Lloyd. He caught three balls for 14 yards, one of his lowest totals in years.

People are already predicting his demise. Some say the Pats will trade him before the deadline. Even Julian Edeleman had a catch. They say that Coach Belichick is checking to see if Edelman can take Welker's spot. You also hear that he might be eased out of the offense because the Pats don't want to sign him to a long-term contract.

I was very pleased with the win until I heard all of this nonsense. Now there will be no end to the talk and speculation until he has at least 10 receptions and 100 yards in a game. Just because Brady targeted him only seven times, people think that the end is here for Wes.

This is going to be a very long season if we keep hearing this stuff.