Pioli on the move?

Page 3 of 3 -- Dave Balmelli, Lake Forest, IL

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A: Every team does it a little bit differently - the timing, I mean between the quarterback handoff to the runner. They do run some draws and they also run outside a lot and between the tackles. It looks like they mix it up pretty well, but they sure do sell the play-fake. There have been a few times when I thought Dillon was running the ball and Brady still has it and all of a sudden you're seeing a pass down the field. I'm sure the defenses are fooled on that from time to time as well. It's fun to watch.

What do you think about the Patriots putting Stanley Morgan in their HOF or retiring his number. The guy’s production was incredible and even after having been retired for 15 years he still holds numerous club records some by a considerable margin. At the time of his retirement he was in the NFL's top 5 all-time in 100yrd receiving games, in the top 10 in career yardage, not to mention had a remarkable run of 6 consecutive seasons averaging 20+ yards per catch. Oh and he did all this playing for teams that were clearly run first. It's a long overdue honor.

Paul Brassard, Cheshire MA

A: I doubt they'll retire his number but he'll be in the Patriots HOF at some point. As you pointed out, can't ignore the production and the excitement he created every time he caught the ball. Paul, I appreciate the question and it's always good to look back at the players of yesteryear. I enjoyed watching Morgan as much as I do any player on the current Patriots' teams if not more.

Who makes up the NFL schedule? I don't watch all the games on Sunday but always set aside Sunday at 1pm for the Pats. Two weeks ago they were on at 8:30, the week before at 4:15, and Monday at 9pm. Six of their games are out of the one o'clock time slot this season! What gives? My fall has been ruined ! Tradition has been broken! I am totally out of synch with the season!

Ted Wallace, Enfield, Maine

A: Ted, I think you know the answer to that. The TV networks that pay million for rights, pretty much dictate the times. I'm with you. I love 1 p.m. games on Sunday. I wish they were all played at that time. But when you're a Super Bowl team in this day and age they want you on prime time as

often as possible, so you get all of these night games and late afternoon starts. It's a pain.