What the New England Patriots have accomplished shouldn't be possible.
Sunday's 13-3 victory over the Los Angeles Rams at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta gave the Patriots their sixth Super Bowl title over an 18-year period to tie the Pittsburgh Steelers for the most in pro football history.
Today's NFL prides itself on parity. Each team is supposed to have a chance at making the playoffs and competing for a championship. Reality is far different.
The Patriots have been the one constant in an era defined by free agency, player movement, multimillion-dollar contracts and athletes prioritizing their earning potential.