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September 24, 2006

Setting the scene

Hey again --

We're about one hour from kickoff and we have the requisite players warming up on the field, which at this point is mainly the kickers for each team. Stephen Gostkowski and Jason Elam are lining up for field goals, and Laurence Maroney and Kevin Faulk are catching passes in the end zone from an assistant coach.

The receiving corps -- minus the inactive Chad Jackson -- just came onto the field and are running routes and getting passes from Tom Brady and Matt Cassel.

There spotlight burns bright for a Sunday night game, but it also brings a heightened sense of security. Though I know why and feel grateful that they are here, it's a bit disconcerting to walk toward the stadium and see several SWAT officers with semi-automatic rifles at their chest standing at the gate where media and stadium workers enter.

We may or may not be back before the game starts...

shalise

Posted by Shalise Manza Young  at 7:17 PM | Permalink