The early going? They won their first SB in 2001.....it was the Patriot way pretty much from that point forward....you have no idea what you're talking about....Face is spot on....
And it wasn't a ploy, for years they had the best scout staff in the NFL....
I'm talking about the Saints!! They mentioned the Patriots and the Patriots Way numerous times over the years as their inspiration. I darn sure do know what I'm talking about. Apparently you don't!