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7. Backup QB competition Tom Brady has started 127 straight games (including playoffs), but the Patriots want to be prepared should that impressive streak come to an end. Will Matt Cassel retain his role as No. 2? Is Matt Gutierrez (center) ready to overtake him? How does third-round draft choice Kevin O'Connell fit into the picture this year?

7. Backup QB competition


Tom Brady has started 127 straight games (including playoffs), but the Patriots want to be prepared should that impressive streak come to an end. Will Matt Cassel retain his role as No. 2? Is Matt Gutierrez (center) ready to overtake him? How does third-round draft choice Kevin O'Connell fit into the picture this year?
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