Pats Win 27-17 Over Miami

Ugly first half as evidenced by a 17-3 score. But a great 2nd half as the Pats beat a division opponent in the Dolphins to keep hold of 1st place in the East. Any win is a big win with so many injuries. Now Nate Solder may be out for awhile to join the growing number of players on the DL. It's unlikely that the Pats will finish better than 11-5 or 10-6, but that may still be good enough to make the playoffs. We may not go far this year, but you have to applaud the effort of Ninkovitch, et al who gave their best effort. A win is a win. We'll take it.