The New England Patriots are a dominating force in the NFL, but when trying to land yet another Super Bowl last season, they fell at the final hurdle. This summer was all about regrouping and bouncing back for them, so they are going to interest a lot of people when they return to the field for the 2018-19 season. When returning, will their mentality be strong enough to win them a Super Bowl?
The Patriots were beaten 41-33 by the Philadelphia Eagles at the end of last season, in a game where they were heavy favorites to win. That was a big blow for them, and for those who had backed them for success, leaving them in the position they are currently in this summer. When a team loses a Super Bowl final, the season after is always an interesting one, and when they do so after being heavy favorites to win, it is even more interesting to see them back on the field.
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The Belichick Factor
The Patriots are not the best team in the NFL right now, and they were not the best team in the league last season. However what they have is a fantastic winning mentality. They know what it takes to win, and they know how to win. This is instilled in players from their first day at the franchise, by general manager Bill Belichick.
Belichick is an incredibly talented general manager, but also a people person. He has Tom Brady playing quarterback for him, and uses that to his advantage. He can get players to come into the team and transform from average players into those capable of winning a Super Bowl. The power that Belichick and Brady have together as a duo is something the Patriots can offer that no other team can.
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As the new NFL season approaches, there will be many people in Canada looking at the latest NFL betting odds and seeking out the best value stakes. A lot of people will be looking to back the New England Patriots when the season returns, and that is mainly down to their winning mentality. People who know the game, understand the Patriots and what they are capable of achieving. That makes them a fantastic betting proposition, because more often than not, they find a way to win their game.
When going into the new NFL season, you should always be on the lookout for teams who appear to have the best rosters. However, the psychological advantage that the Patriots have as born winners is another angle that you should always consider when you are placing your bets. Even though they may not be the best team on the field, players rise to the occasion and play better under Belichick, meaning you can never discount the Patriots.
