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With the preseason wrapped up, 8 thoughts on the state of the Patriots

COMMENTARY

Eight thoughts on the Patriots’ 22-20 preseason win over the Giants

1. So much time and attention was spent on the here and now of the Patriots’ quarterback situation this preseason, and that is of course understandable. Quarterback is the most important position in sports, though maybe a proud hockey goalie here or there might wrongfully disagree.

The Patriots, blessed for nearly two decades with the best QB ever to play, haven’t had cause for debate at the position since Tom Brady seized the opportunity Mo Lewis so viciously gave him in September 2001.