Welcome to the Patriots Randy Moss

As I sit here and watch game 3 of the San Jose Sharks and Detroit Red Wings (and boy do I love playoff hockey), I can't help but salivate at the thought of Randy Moss in a New England Patriots uniform. Let's go through the pros and cons of this deal shall we?

First the pros.... This guy is still one of the most talented wide receivers in this game. He has had no quarterback to throw to him these past few years, but the man can still flat out fly. Reportedly, at his physical with the Patriots on Sunday, Moss ran a 4.29 40 yard dash. That is absolutely amazing. There are kids coming out of college that can run the 40 yard dash that fast. Okay so some say the 40 is the most overrated stat, but I mean it has to count for something. Also, this man still has the height and the speed to make a difference on this team. He can jump above most corner backs in this league and when he wants to play he can be almost unstoppable.

Now the cons.... As we all know Moss has had his share of character issues over the years and there are a ton of questions about his commitment and drive. There are also questions about whether he is a team player or whether he just plays for his own personal stats. First of all, the man would not have taken a 4-6 million dollar pay cut if he was not committed to playing for this team. If he was all about his own stats, he would have kept the huge contract. Secondly, everything he has said in the media since the trade shows me that he will do what it takes to win a Super Bowl. I know they are just words, but first impressions are everything these days and so far I am very impressed with the way Moss has handled himself. Another potential down side to this deal is Moss' age. I mean he is only 30 so I don't really see this as a problem, but you never know; however, the Pats did only sign him to a one year deal.

Overall, I have to say that I love every aspect of this trade. At most, Moss is only going to cost the Patriots 5-6 million dollars and as of right now it is only for a year. Secondly, the Patriots only gave up a fourth round pick for a potential Pro Bowl receiver. Not to mention the Pats had three fourth round picks anyways. Finally, who doesn't want to see Randy Moss play with a quarterback like Tom Brady. He may have some minor troubles in the locker room, but the Patriots coaching staff and players have taken in trouble makers before (such as Rodney Harrison and Corey Dillon and look how those both turned out). With the receiving core that the Patriots have, Tom Brady could throw for 4500 plus yards and 40 plus touchdowns this season IF everyone can stay healthy. I only see this deal helping the Patriots, even if it is only for this season and not the long term. The Patriots are doing something they have never done before.... they are trying to win now and not for the future. This deal will only help this, and who knows maybe Moss will have a great season and sign an extension once the season is over. This could turn out to be very beneficial for the Patriots.

Watch out for the Pats this season. I picked them to win it all before this trade and this only will help my pick! Enjoy boys and girls and try to catch some of these NHL playoffs. I know i say it every time but by golly they are amazing! Signing off until next time.