ever established in the NFL. I try to push myself and my teammates. Whatever role they want me to play is fine. With the Patriots, we take everything we do seriously.” Despite Ebner’s obvious focus, the Patriots’ whirlwind run to a title did stir up memories of his father and family. “I can’t help but think about my family and loved ones who helped me get here. I don’t think the whole Super Bowl thing really hit me until I got that ring. “It makes me feel good to play for a coach and team that appreciate what I do, but whether it is golf or football, I always try to stay locked in and compete.” John Molori is the co-author of “The Cracker Jack Collection: Baseball’s Prized Players.” Like him on Facebook at John Molori, Twitter @MoloriMedia. Email molorimedia@aol.com
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