Tick-tock, tick-tock.
The sound of the sand timer gently strikes the eardrum, disrupting the rhythm of the heartbeat, anxiety and tension uncontrollably taking over.
So, what is Reed thinking? Could it be like last season's victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers?
Should Belichick change formations? Avoid the fate of last season's division game?
Thoughts racing endlessly.
However, time is equally fair to both Reed and Belichick.
Reed doesn't have the luxury to hesitate and immediately commands Mahomes for the next wave of offense.
Belichick is no different; the Defensive group inherently doesn't hold the initiative.
"Keep your eyes on 23." Belichick gestures to Van Noy.
Belichick saw it clearly. Maybe with time Mahomes will grow into the team leader, but for now, Li Wei remains the soul of the team.
Van Noy is tasked solely with marking Li Wei, while the rest of the strategy remains unchanged.
Then, without pause, Mahomes announces the next play.
