Jay Glazer, New York Jets, Patriots and the NFL: Tripgate, the Unspoken Issue

While the NFL Playoffs have wound on, with thrilling performances by quarterback Aaron Rodgers for Green Bay, a disappointing showing from the reigning world champion New Orleans Saints against the record-wise worst playoff team in NFL history, an uncharacteristic meltdown from Joe Flacco and the Baltimore Ravens on the road against the Ben Roethlisberger-led Pittsburgh Steelers and two road victories by the upstart loudmouth New York Jets and their head coach, Rex Ryan, a story has been developing.

Jets vs. Patriots: Rex Ryan, Mark Sanchez and New York Knock Off Brady and Pats

Everyone knew what was coming. Over the years, many games have been played where the New England Patriots took until the second half to show up and dominate—the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving, the Miami Dolphins on Monday night come to mind from this season.