The problem wasn't the O-line it was the coverage and Ben's inability to move in the pocket. That said, Pouncy was out and NE has a healthy, practiced O-Line. So yeah, barring a late injury the Pats are THAT much better. The Pats have too many "weapons." If Denver brings that same 3 man rush crap to New England, Gronk and Hernandez will have huge games catching slants. Or Brady will rush for 80 yards. Which is very unlikely, but Denver left some big holes up the middle. Near the end of the game Ben basically walked for two or three 5-7 yard gains. A healthy Brady would eat that up.

Bottom line: Tebow needs to score at least 35 points to beat Brady. I don't think he can.