2008 NFL Draft: A "Tuck" Rule Tom Brady Won't Like

A snowy night back in January 2002 is when Tom Brady had his first playoff victory. When pressure, in the form of Charles Woodson, hit Tom square on his shoulders, the ball which was firmly gripped alongside his chest with both hands, flew out and was pounced on by Greg Biekert only to be over-ruled by a little known rule called the "Tuck." Substitue in conditions that no one can clearly see in and pressure is relieved by two field goals, and that's how the infamous "Tuck" is born. Fast forward six years later and another Tuck ends Brady's perfect season. Justin Tuck played the game of his life recording five tackles, two sacks, and a forced fumble. The key to beating Brady has always been pressure, and there hasn't ever been a higher premium on pass rushing defensive lineman. If you look at the top of this draft, there are no linebackers projected in the top half of the draft and only one, possibly two defensive backs, but surely none will crack the top ten. Out of the top ... (link)