... extension. Whenver those words are uttered in the same sentence, fear strikes the hearts of Patriots fans, while curiosity creeps into the minds of media types.

Whenever the possibility exists that a legend could leave the team they got their start with, the headlines immediately rotate in that direction. So that much is no surprise.

More surprising, however, is the notion that this deal won't get done. I'd go so far as to call that very notion ludicrous.

While it still seems likely to get done, the deal may take awhile before its finalized. Here's why.

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