Denver vs. New England: Adjustments the Patriots Must Make in the 2nd Half

January 15, 2012   ·   Aliko Carter   ·   Jump to comments

Tebowmania has a chance to be extended at least one more week today, but not if Bill Belichick and the Patriots have their way.
New England is trying to win their first playoff game since they lost the Super Bowl to the Giants in 2008, but to do so they not only have to beat a football team that has shown they are very good under pressure, but they also the unenviable task of ending a movement.
Here are four adjustments the Pats should make so there will be no Tebowing at the end of the game:
 
1. Stop Tebow on the Run
This is extremely important, as forcing Tebow to be a passer highly increases the potential for a Denver turnover, as we saw in the Broncos' first offensive drive of the game.
Tebow is dangerous on the run and his offensive line is very resilient, so the NE defense will have to work harder to break through in the second half.
 
2. Limit Willis McGahee
This is related to adjustment No. 1. McGahee is arguably the Bronc...

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