Analyzing the TE Position in New England Patriots’, Josh McDaniels’ Offense

July 31, 2012   ·   Erik Frenz   ·   Jump to comments

One of the biggest storylines around the New England Patriots offense has been how tight ends Aaron Hernandez and Rob Gronkowski will be incorporated into offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels' attack. How can McDaniels' pass-happy spread offense get the dynamic tight ends involved? 
McDaniels' offense may look a bit different than what we've seen before.
In 2007, the New England Patriots led a renaissance on offense, spreading the defense out with three, four and five wide receiver sets. That continued into 2008 as McDaniels continued to commandeer the offense.
The mentality and philosophy shifted somewhat after he left. After a period where their identity had been lost, at a time where head coach Bill Belichick admitted his offense was easy to defend, the Patriots have revolutionized the offensive NFL once again with their implementation and heavy utilization of two-tight end formations.
Their ability to throw the ball out of thos...

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