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Defense Wins Championships
GLENDALE -- There is, of course, still another half of football to be played, but Super Bowl XLII, so far, has been yet another example of why "Defense Wins Championships" has become a tried-and-true adage. Although the Patriots are ahead on the scoreboard, 7-3, they have to be concerned about their inability to protect Tom Brady. The Giants pass rush -- Justin Tuck, in particular -- ...
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