We know the Patriots will be at the forefront of crazy playoff expectations, doubt, and possibly even hate. The hoodie's shadow looms long. But we also have to consider the other guys, their lust for glory, and the miracle of happenstance that may dupe us along the way.The 2011 NFL Preseason Week 2 games are ready to go. This weekend of football should bring some great games as teams must decide over the next few weeks on who will make the roster and who they will have to cut from the squad. If week 2 is as good as week 1, then NFL fans are in for a treat!.

My gosh this goes into so many domains! For example, the Federal Government (thanks to taxpayers and other wageearners) provides me Social Security retirement checks. But, I put IN to Social Security from age 14 on and am STILL DOING IT. I wonder how much I might have earned if I had soundly invested that money privately? My point is, really, am I not getting back my own contribution through the years.Mark Grace and Tho