The Patriots have found inspiration in their doubters.
Thus far through this year’s playoff run, Patriots players have used perceived slights as motivation, carrying chips on their shoulders all the way to Super Bowl LIII. Is anyone still doubting the Patriots after a dominating performance over the Los Angeles Chargers and an improbable overtime win on the road in Kansas City?
Here’s what national media members have said about the Patriots ahead of the Super Bowl.
Kalyn Kahler, Sports Illustrated: “One day in the near-ish future, Bill Belichick and Tom Brady will retire… and when that day comes you’ll wake up feeling a little bit empty inside.