Time to re-tool

The Patriots got their asses handed to them today in foxboro. The first play from scrimmage was a long Ray Rice run and that said it all. They didn't come out ready t0 play and it showed. The 24-0 score at the end of the first quarter showed the of lack of toughness and leadership on defense. They are missing that Rodney Harrison or Ray Lewis type player. A Teddy bruschi that knows where to be at all times making clutch plays. The offense was terrible today as well. The only guy who played hard was Kevin Faulk. Tom Brady made some terrible decisions leading to 3 interceptions. It's time to start getting some of those guys like Bobby Hamilton, Joe Andruzzi or Mike Vrabel. These players came in and played tough. Laying the ground work for a dynasty along with guys who were already on the team. The free agents that have been brought in have lacked a toughness. I am sick of hearing Branden Meriweather is a budding superstar. He will never be a Rodney harrison in run support or Ed Reed in coverage. He's a B+ that needs other playmakers around him. This draft and off season will be very important if New England wants to go into the playoffs next year. Otherwise expect more of this. Adailius Thomas needs to go. Jerod Mayo needs some other players around him like Meriweather. He is a good, not great linebacker. Let's get Julius Peppers in here. He can get some pressure on the QB. There are some good players in this free agent class. Time to dump some of the garbage.