Defensive lineman Vince Wilfork proved this week he is the most valuable member of the Patriots' defense, and he can raise the level of the whole unit by continuing to establish his dominance. Wilfork thrashed the Ravens' offensive line in the AFC Championship, and he'll give the Patriots a legitimate chance to contain the Giants' hot offense with a similar performance in the Super Bowl. Wilfork's performance was impressive in the immediate aftermath of Sunday's victory, and he looked even more imposing after running through the film. The hulking lineman, who split his reps between nose tackle and left defensive...
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Joe Flacco #5 of the Baltimore Ravens gets sacked by Vince Wilfork #75 of the New England Patriots during their AFC Championship Game at Gillette Stadium on January 22, 2012 in Foxboro, Massachusetts.
(January 21, 2012 – Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images North America)
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Patriots nose tackle Vince Wilfork addresses the media during his press conference at Gillette Stadium on Thursday, January 26, 2012.
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