I believe the player from Munford suffered a broken C5 (5th vertabrae in the neck) but has no nerve damage and will take time to heal. Should be fine.
On another note, in the 1st round of the playoffs NE had (I believe) 400+ yards against Memphis East. The Patriots held them to a mere 76 (fact). In the past two games the Patriots have had 6 interceptions by four different players.
I don't believe Ridgeway is NEARLY as disciplined as HC. After Friday nights in Ridgeway, the coach doesn't see the team again until Monday after school. On the other hand, HC is to be at the field at 8 in the morning for film and stretching. The Patriots also lift weights 2-3 times a week to maintain strength and stamina usually staying until 4:30-6 everyday.
Tough and interesting game, but Pats get the win. 35-21