The Patriots have acclimated to life without their stalwart linemen by leaning heavily on rookies Chris Jones and Joe Vellano. They also signed 34-year-old defensive end Andre Carter last week in the hope the 12-year veteran can rekindle some of the success he experienced in his lone season with the team in 2011, when he registered 10 sacks.
In addition to their veteran leadership,Wholesale Nike Shoes For Sale, Carter and Sopoaga both will be counted on to shore up a rushing defense that ranks 31st in the league at 130.8 yards per game, ahead of only winless Jacksonville. |