Is the Patriots win the greatest in Boston sports history?
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 victory over the Atlanta Falcons Sunday night 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, 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.
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