Relive the Patriots' Epic 2016 Super Bowl Run! Take a journey through the New England Patriots' unforgettable 2016 season, culminating in their dramatic Super Bowl LI victory. Despite facing adversity, including Tom Brady's suspension, the Patriots showcased their resilience and determination, securing their fifth world title. Roger That! offers an all-access pass to this historic achievement, featuring vibrant color photographs, essential statistics, and insightful commentary from top sportswriters. Delve into the strategies of Bill Belichick, the brilliance of Tom Brady, and the contributions of key players like Chris Hogan and Martellus Bennett. Discover why this team ranks among the greatest franchises of all time. Perfect for Patriots fans and football enthusiasts alike! The Boston Globe was founded in 1872 and is the recipient of 23 Pulitzer Prizes. It is based in Boston. Roger That! By Ron Driscoll Triumph Books LLC Copyright © 2017 The Boston Globe All rights reserved. ISBN: 978-1-62937-298-3 Contents Introduction, Super Bowl LI, AFC Champtionship, Divisional Round, The Season, Facts and Figures, New England Patriots 2016, CHAPTER 1 Super Bowl LI By Dan Shaughnessy / Globe Staff It will take weeks, months, maybe years to fully absorb this one, but given all the layers of drama, emotion, and improbability, the Patriots' 34-28 overtime Super Bowl victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Super Bowl LI might very well be the greatest moment in Boston sports history. And that, folks, is saying something. Super Bowl LI at massive NRG Stadium was supposed to be all about revenge and a Roger Goodell trophy moment, but it wound up being the greatest comeback in Super Bowl history and a victory against which all others — in every sport — will forever be measured. "Thanks to all our fans," said Tom Brady, while he held the Lombardi Trophy. "You've been with us all year and we're going to bring this sucker home!" The Patriots fell behind the Falcons, 21-0, in the first half. They trailed, 28-3, with less than three minutes to play in the third quarter. Forget about revenge for Deflategate penalties, it looked as if the Patriots were going to be embarrassed. And then, they scored 31 unanswered points in less than two full quarters. We can officially retire all arguments about Greatest Of All Time. Brady is the greatest quarterback. And Bill Belichick is the greatest coach. They are the first pair to win five Super Bowls. And no one will ever forget how they got this latest one. Playing in silent fury following his September suspension, but inspired by the presence of his ill mother, who hadn't seen him play all season, Brady threw for 466 yards and led a 91-yard, game-tying touchdown drive at the end of regulation. He was named Super Bowl MVP for a record fourth time. Belichick, meanwhile, repeatedly outsmarted the Atlanta coaching staff. He Did His Job. The Hoodie made the other guys panic. And he made some history along the way. The victory was clinched at 10:25 p.m. EST when third-year running back James White slashed through, and bounced off, a pack of helpless Falcons defenders to finish off a 75-yard, four-minute`touchdown drive in overtime. The poor, pitiful Falcons never touched the ball in the extra session. It's always a mistake to lose the coin toss to the Patriots. Goodell could hardly be heard over the boos while he presented the trophy to Patriots owner Robert Kraft. The Commish handed over the Lombardi, shook hands with Kraft, then bolted. He shook hands with Brady on the confetti-littered stadium lawn. "Two years ago when we won in Arizona, I told our fans that was the sweetest one of all," said Kraft. "But a lot has transpired. I want to say to our fans and our brilliant coaching staff, this is unequivocally the sweetest, and I'm proud to say for the fifth time we are all Patriots, and tonight for the fifth time, the Patriots are world champions." "It's all about these players," added Belichick. "They're tough and they compete." The Falcons were supposed to be mere speed bumps on the Patriots' road to immortality, but they turned out to be just plain speedy. Atlanta forced a couple of Patriot turnovers in the second quarter and capitalized with three touchdowns to take what should have been an insurmountable lead. "It was hard to imagine us winning it at that point," admitted Brady. "When we got the ball in the second half, it was tough to slow us down." The first quarter was somewhat shocking. Nobody scored, with each team punting twice. Then came two Patriots turnovers and three second-quarter Falcons touchdowns. The third of Atlanta's three quick scores came when Brady was picked off by Robert Alford, who dashed a breathtaking 82 yards into the other end zone. Brady was the last man who had a chance to tackle the Falcons cornerback, and it was not a pretty sight. It was the first pick-six of Brady's illustrious postseason career. The Patriots managed only a 4