Why is everyone so scared of the Patriots?

If we don't turn the ball over, we beat the Pats in the Dome. We are a better team than they are. As good as their offense can be, our offense has been better this season. And their D is not dominant like it used to be, whereas our D has become extremely opportunistic. The only way they can beat us is if we give the game away with turnovers. If we play fundamentally sound, disciplined, high-energy football, we walk away with a victory and unquestioned dominance in the NFC.