FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Quick-hit thoughts and notes around the New England Patriots and NFL:
1. Borregales' mentality: It might have been because the moment was fast and unexpected, but University of Miami special teams coach Danny Kalter pinpointed last season's game against Virginia Tech as a prime reflection of kicker Andy Borregales' mentality.
There were 20 seconds remaining until halftime. Virginia Tech had just extended its lead to 24-14 on a 57-yard field goal. It appeared that it was time to head to the locker room and regroup.
But when the ensuing kickoff was returned 34 yards near midfield, Kalter noticed he wasn't alone.