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Article: PATRIOTS DAY; THE GIANTS; Pats in line for change.(Sports)
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- The Boston Herald
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- October 12, 2003
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Byline: Kevin Mannix
WHEN THE PATS HAVE THE BALL
FOXBORO - While Tom Ashworth is the man on the spot today, the entire offensive line has to come up with a performance that rivals last week's superb showing against the Titans if the Pats are to head to Miami with a 4-2 record.
The Patriots didn't win last week because Ty Law picked off Steve McNair at the end and took it in for a touchdown, but rather because the offense was able to control the ball (with a 31:55-28:05 advantage in time of possession) against a quick physical defense, one of the best in the league.
The Patriots know they won't be able to repeat last week's game plan ...