The 10 most important Patriots in 2012
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When looking at the 90 men on the Patriots roster, it’s easy to write off 30 as either inconsequential or on the bubble. But digging deeper, and taking into consideration the importance each has held last year and in years prior, then identifying a level of importance for what may seem like an innocuous list, one can find spotting the Top 10 Patriots is much more troublesome. Sprinkle in newcomers who will likely change the dynamic of this roster, and you have a mix of players that are both expected and unexpected leaders on this team. Of course, no one compares to Tom Brady. But who follows him in terms of importance? Take a look at what we came away with.—By Zuri Berry, Boston.com Staff
