[Dean's World] J.A. Eddy: Patriots (8-0) at Indianapolis (7-0), 4:15 PM EST

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Posted by J.A. Eddy:
Patriots (8-0) at Indianapolis (7-0), 4:15 PM EST
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   I am a football fan. Not one of those fully committed
   Iâll-dye-myself-red-white-and-blue then cheer on the team in my shorts
   under the cold November sunshine fans, just a guy who likes to watch
   the game and likes to watch his team win. I became a football fan in
   1985 when the Patriots staggered their way into the Super Bowl only to
   be mutilated by the Chicago Bears 59-10.

   I stayed with the Patriots all through the following years of absolute
   misery- my team just couldnât seem to pull it together despite having
   talent and a decent defense. I watched them give up before the first
   half closed, listened to the endless gloating of Jets, Dolphins, Bills
   and Colts fans and wondered if there would ever be a time when the
   Patriots would be a team feared in the NFL.

   Given all that, the Parcells years where the team was rebuilt and
   remade, followed by the Pete Carroll years where the coaching style
   seemed to be built around hugs and orange slices, and then, finally,
   Bill Belichick, itâs a little astounding to realize the Patriots are
   about to play in what will likely be the best game of the season.

   Two undefeated powerhouses going head-to-head⦠and the Patriots are 5
   point favorites? I have never been more excited about a professional
   sporting event in my life, including all three Patriots Super Bowl
   wins.

   I may even paint myself red, white and blueâ¦