One Patriot's lament

If the Patriots had embraced their perfect regular-season run more openly in the 2007 season, former star Troy Brown thinks they would have finished 19-0, Greg Garber writes.

...the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLII on February 3, 2008 at...

Pats dominate SI all-decade honors

...the New York Giants in Super Bowl XLII, and the greatest scandal, Spygate...

Perfection denied

Page 2 presents a look back at the best games of the decade.

You Think You Have Problems, Asks BCS

...people like them and their bowls instead of playoff games. And...win over the Giants in Super Bowl XLII, but the Giants - the 13...

...the New York Giants during Super Bowl XLII on February 3, 2008 at...

What's The Price Of Perfection?

...chasing perfection cost the Patriots Super Bowl XLII? The Patriots became the first...

Young targets come in handy for Giants

The Giants snapped a four-game losing streak by beating Atlanta in overtime. A lift from an inexperienced receiving corps made the feat possible, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Colts Ravens Field Pass

...2007 Patriots 16-0 (Lost Super Bowl XLII) 2005 Colts 13-0 (Lost...

Belichick's fourth-and-reckless

Bill Simmons is sticking with Bill Belichick for the long haul, but don't you dare try to rationalize last Sunday's infamous fourth down to him.

Can Patriots bounce back?

After tough loss to the Colts, Patriots have no choice but to look forward.

Indianapolis to Houston road trip

From Lucas Oil Stadium to courtside at the Rockets game, the Flem File took it all in on his road trip.

Iraq War vet: 'Power of prayer works'

Two years ago, Greg Gadson inspired the Giants during their Super Bowl run. Today, the disabled Iraq War veteran is still inspiring others, Greg Garber writes.

Pre-game scene at Gillette Stadium

...who Patriots fans remember from Super Bowl XLII. Here is a piece on...

FBO: Week 7 matchup projections

Football Outsiders looks at every Week 7 matchup and separates fantasy football boons from busts. This week: Beware the Steelers' defense, Adrian Peterson owners; unleash your best Pats and Colts; and don't trust Rashard Mendenhall.

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