Focus, calm, steady.
The more dangerous it gets, the more you need to keep your mind clear. That's the trick.
Berry noticed the connection between Brady and Edelman. His steps came to a halt, not rushing forward immediately. It looked like a veteran hesitating at a critical moment after being away from the game for so long, unsure of what to do.
But no, it wasn't that.
Berry was eager to take the field, but that didn't mean he was blindly confident.
He knew his current condition wasn't great. He couldn't play like he did in his prime. Rushing in recklessly to block the pass would only result in missed defensive opportunities.
He needed to be smart.
When you're young, you play with your body; as you get older, you play with your mind.
Berry was watching and waiting—
Edelman had noticed him but didn't think much of him. A fully in-form Edelman chose to ignore Berry.
