by Digger

New England's (13-0) 2007 season has been the best team performance in NFL history. Head Coach Bill Belichik has created a Patriots dynasty winning three Super Bowl Championships since 2001. NFL fans are now being treated to perfection. The Patriots have dominated opponents and all sides of the field. After thirteen games, New England has already outscored foes by nearly 300 points. Field General Tom Brady has cemented his place as one of the games greatest players. He?s playing on a level far above his piers, completing 70% of his passes while throwing 45 touchdowns against only 5 int?s.

In 1972, legendary Hall of Fame coach Don Shula, guided his Miami Dolphins to the NFL?s first and only perfect season. Miami finished the regular season 14-0 on their way to becoming Super Bowl Champions. Over the years, as other teams threatened Miami?s historic record, former ?72 players gather at key games in a effort to preserve their place in NFL history.

Move over fish? here come the Patriots.

What makes this such a special season to watch is all of New England?s players and personnel have contributed each week. Near perfect play calling by coaches and flawless execution by players has been the secret to this teams complete domination.

This is a team playing with complete confidence. New England has been tested. In game 9 they visited arch rival Indianapolis and won 24-20 in the closing moments. Game 11 they were nearly stunned by a spirited Eagles squad (31-28). Than came game 12 vs. Baltimore when the Pats needed a stunning 27-24 come from behind win to keep their streak in tact. The Ravens had the game in hand but self destructed by penalties and poor clock management which paved the way for Brady & Co. to work their magic.

Life is filled with many ironies. After years of challenges to Miami?s perfect season? and New England seemingly ready to etch their name in history? the Miami Dolphins (0-13) are on a collision course to set the NFL?s futility record by going winless 0-16. Miami is no match for any team in the league, often look lost on the field, and are severely outclassed player for player.

Nothing is for certain. Any given Sunday, one team wins and one loses. Even if the Pats finish the regular season undefeated a huge challenge awaits in the post season. Tremendous teams in each league are all looking for their own glory. Indianapolis, Dallas and Green Bay round out the powerhouse squads. However, as they and the rest of NFL teams already know, New England is currently in a league of their own.

Go PATS!