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Three Things to Watch This Week - Week 9

The New England Patriots play Sam Darnold Joe Flacco and the New York Jets at Metlife Stadium on Monday November 9th at 8:15 PM.



Masks save lives.

I hoped Week 8 would be a Bounce Back Week (TM). Instead, I am lowering my expectations even more. Maybe... 5 - 11?

If they lose to the Jets this week, that has to be rock bottom.


Here are some Netflix movies you might like to watch instead of watching the Patriots this week:

1) Fargo

2) Midnight Special

3) There Will Be Blood

4) The Lobster

5) Poltergeist


Or maybe you could just go for a nice evening walk.


Here are three four (!) areas of concern going into week 9:

1) Julian Edelman - Jules had surgery last week (a "precautionary knee procedure"). That might explain why he didn't look right all season. We won't be seeing him for a while. Hopefully, we see him again someday. If not, it's been a pleasure watching him play. 

2) Cam Newton - It's amazing how quickly things went from "They should maybe offer him a long term deal before his asking price goes up!" to "I'm glad they don't have him on a long term contract." Biggest of big ooofs.

3) Damien Harris - He's cooled off a bit as of late. I think teams have figured out that the Patriots aren't going to throw the ball. I'm no football genius, but all 11 guys on defense at the line of scrimmage is going to have an impact on the running game.

4) Tight Ends - As of Friday morning, there were none (0) active tight ends on the roster.


Did the Patriots score a touchdown last week?

Yes!


My prediction: Patriots 6, Jets 3

*****

Thursday Morning Third Down Back is proud to present Monster Movies with Coach Fake Bill.

Our Monster Movie of the Week is Nosferatu (1922).

The story of a misunderstood man just looking to buy a second apartment next to his new girlfriend's place in the city. He enjoys a nice boat ride on the way.

I found it relatable.

*****

29 Very Short Stories

by P. Canole

Still available from Amazon. Fine Fall reading.

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