Great stuff here. Check out below for paragraph #4 of Tedy Bruschi's review of the game.
"Five observations from the New England Patriots' 47-12 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in the preseason opener"
#4 Top effort for Patriots receiver Taylor Price. I wonder whether Price realizes how big this game was for him. When you are showcased the way he was, it means one thing: You're getting a serious look because a conclusion is being reached by the coaching staff. This was his chance to answer the bell and say "I'm ready." It was nice to see a kid accept the challenge and start to make a name for himself. He showed the Patriots, as well as the rest of the league's general managers, that he can play because teams seriously watch these preseason tapes for talent. It was almost obvious what they were telling the quarterback, "Throw it to Price and let's see what he's got." He also returned punts.
So this was a game in which some young players were showcased, and, on a team with a lot of good receivers, Price showed he deserves to be a part of this club, or at least another squad. He might not play a lot in the second and third preseason games, but he made a statement, which was, "Thanks for the chance, I am ready."
Last Edited: 8/13/2011 3:10:55 PM by OHIO1985