Fire Still Burns in Bruschi

35-year-old Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi is showing no signs of slowing down, neither physically nor mentally. Bruschi was recently quoted saying he knew within 48 hours after the Super Bowl that he was going to return for the 2008 season. Bruschi has two years remaining on his current contract with the Pats and it appears he’s prepared to honor that commitment. Bruschi is entering his thirteenth NFL season, all spent with New England.

Bruschi’s decision to come back this year is a major plus for the Patriots. He is unquestionably the heart and soul of that defense. His stats don’t scream Probowler but he seems to make more plays in big spots than any other defender in the league. Just when you think he’s having an off game in the playoffs, he picks off a pass or sacks the quarterback and forces a fumble. The Patriots, ranked number one in ESPN.com’s preseason power rankings, are the favorite to represent the AFC in Super Bowl XLIII, mostly due to their potent offense. But don’t underestimate the importance of the Pats defense, or Bruschi’s importance to it. It’s hard to imagine that this is a guy who suffered a stroke in 2005.

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