Attention For Meriweather

It seems like the goal of every NFL defensive player is to make the biggest hit of the game and get on Sports Center.

Brandon Meriweather has gone above and beyond that. His vicious hit in the Ravens game got him a $50,000 fine and national exposure. He even made the network news when they mentioned his name and showed the hit.

Last Monday, he was very nonchalant about the whole situation. Now, he is saying he is sorry and wishes the whole incident would "just go away". He said he plans to play within the rules. This is coming from someone who said earlier in training camp that he doesn't always listen to the coaches and tries to improvise out on the field.

In a perfect situation, Coach Belichick would sit him down for at least part of Sunday's game against the San Diego Chargers. With injuries effecting the secondary, he might not have that luxury.

It's just a matter of time before Meriweather does something real stupid to hurt the Pats at a crucial time in the game.