Top Five Stories for NFL Week 11: Stop

Top 5 Stories for NFL Week 11: Stop—Mallett Time!

Aug 15, 2014; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Ryan Mallett (15) runs the ball against Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Josh Kaddu (49) in the second half during the preseason game at Gillette Stadium. The New England Patriots defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 42-35. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports /

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Jan 11, 2014; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) and Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (12) meet the 2013 AFC divisional playoff football game at Gillette Stadium. The Patriots defeated the Indianapolis Colts 43-22. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports /

Tom Brady vs. Andrew Luck

While it lacks the historical pizzazz of Brady vs. Peyton Manning, there is always an interesting vibe to Andrew Luck going up against a guy like Brady. A passing of the torch is always on everyone’s mind, even if it might not be imminent.

Luck has been inconsistent this season, but no less brilliant at the same time and after a shaky start to the year, Brady is looking as good as he ever has in his career.

This game is a likely prelude to a potential AFC Championship game, but even if it wasn’t there is a lot to watch especially when these two quarterbacks take the field. As we thought when we saw Brady and Manning go at it a short while ago, we have to know there are only so many of these games left.

Watching these two fantastic quarterbacks—one aging but still amazing veteran and one up and coming—is a treat we should appreciate every time it happens.

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