Bruschi Set To Return

"Tedy Bruschi signed a two-year contract last February, and as long as the Patriots want him back, the inside linebacker intends to honor that contract and return for a 14th season, according to a source with knowledge of Bruschi's thinking (Boston Globe)."

I really was hoping the Patriots would start to clear out some of this aging defense, but it looks like some of the guys aren't ready to go. Bruschi was a very good MLB, but he is over the hill, and is really worthless during passing downs. I would really like to see the Patriots draft another LB, or CB in the first round of this years draft. If Bruschi does return, he should only be used for 1st downs, and special situations. He has not been the same player since his stroke, and I really thought it was time for him to hang it up before this year. Mayo has shown that he is going to be one of the better MLBs in the NFL, and if they could add another young LB they would have a nice base to their defense from years to come, especially with how good their defensive line can be.

-BMack

Bruschi Out For Year

"Given his timetable for a return runs in the 3-to-4 week window, as the source indicated, it’s likely the Patriots will place Bruschi on season-ending injured reserve. With the urgency of having to win out to make the playoffs, and needing healthy bodies, the Pats don’t have the luxury of waiting for Bruschi’s injury to heal(Boston Globe)."

That injury looked bad, during the win over the Seahwaks. I actually thought he tore his ACL or something, but apparently it is not as bad as first thought. Still, with how little time is left in the season, the Patriots might put him on the IR. There is still some hope they won't, and he could play in the playoffs (if they make it), but my gut is telling me he is done for the year. If that is the case, and his season is over, I think his career is also over. He hasn't been himself the last two seasons, and he is basically (in my eyes) washed up. I really don't think here is a big difference between Seau and Bruschi anymore(other then my hatred for Seau). Bruschi has had a great career, but if his season is over, it is time for him to hang them up.

-BMack