FOXBORO — It is difficult to look at 6-foot-3-inch, 250-pound Marquis Flowers and think “out of the mouth of babes” but Thursday that thought came to mind after the 25-year-old Patriots linebacker was asked about what the arrival of faded one-time All-Pro James Harrison might mean.
“I know the edge will be set,” said Flowers, who has been too often victimized by the train often rolling around the edges of the Patriots’ defense, its speed unimpeded by those designated to hold that edge firm.
Although there have been decided defensive improvements since the early-season debacles, the truth is the edge of New England’s defense generally remains as rigid as overcooked pasta.