New England Patriots kicker Adam Vinatieri celebrates his game-winning field goal in the second half 03 February, 2002 of Super Bowl XXXVI in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Patriots defeated the St. Louis Rams 20-17 for the NFL championship. AFP PHOTO/Stan HONDA (Photo by STAN HONDA / AFP) (Photo credit should read STAN HONDA/AFP via Getty Images)
The New England Patriots won six championships during their dynasty, but it’s not outlandish to say they might’ve won fewer if not for Adam Vinatieri.
He was simply the best at what he did. And you don’t win title after title without embracing the very best.