re: All 7 of New England's Pro Bowlers will miss the game due to injuries

I completely agree. The injuries just took too much of a toll on the Patriots this year, and asking that squad that finished the year to win in Denver was too much.

That Denver defense straight up embarrassed anyone the Patriots put there at RT, and Vollmer is not as talented on the left side was beat like a drum too. That defense had an amazing game, and is among the most talented in the league. It was a legit loss, the Pats were outplayed, out-talented, out-coached, and out-prepared.

I think getting embarrassed on national television really lit a fire under the players, and next year should be exciting to watch.