The New England Patriots have never been afraid of using unconventional methods to achieve their goals: from their personnel decisions to their play calling, trying to use all avenues is what has helped the become the lone dynasty of the NFL’s salary cap era. It might also be what could help them add to their trophy case against the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl 53 later today.
In past title games and playoff contests in general, the Patriots haven not shied away from calling trick plays to swing momentum to their side — and it would not be a surprise if the same was called upon today in a key situation.