Dolphins at Patriots
What a tight game. First off, I have to say that the Series 3 Tivo is *much* nicer to watch a game in HD on than the eyeTV (UI-wise, there is almost no comparison; but the eyeTV will be nice to travel with). I feel sorry for Elgato - they beat Tivo to the HD-DVR game by a long time, but the UI gap is going to hurt them.
There's an interesting feeling to watch a game, see a play, and think, "That's definitely going to be commented on by Gregg Easterbrook." Here are my candidates.
First, in the third quarter, at New England's 36, with 4th and 5, Miami choose to punt. What's up with that? Sure, they've got a chance of backing up New England inside the ten, but there's a good chance the Patriots will end up on the 20 - a net shift of 16 yards. Go for it would be the best advice. Instead, the Dolphins fumble the snap, and the Patriots inherit the ball on their 46.
Second, in the fourth quarter, the Patriots are in the same spot - 4th and 5 on Miami's 35, with 3:43 remaining to protect their 20-10 lead, the Pats go for it. They convert and keep possession, leading to...
Third, with 1:54 remaining on the clock, first and goal on Miami's 6, following an eleven yard run by Maroney, Tom Brady takes a knee. And another. And another. How tempting must it have been, with that end zone right there, to try for the touchdown.
A very enjoyable game to watch. Miami's defense really stopped the Patriots offense for much of the game, and demonstrated why Belichick was concerned about Miami this week.
Now, on to the bye week.
