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New England has been very good at stopping the run this season, thanks to some outstanding play by Vincent Wilfork and its trio of former All-SEC linebackers, Jerod Mayo, Brandon Spikes and Dont'a Hightower.

The defense will need to be at its very best against the Seahawks and their star running back, Marshawn Lynch.

Not only does 'Beast Mode' hold the title of Coolest Nickname In Football, he's been playing very well this season. Although he is not the flashiest of runners, Lynch will run all over you if you give him the chance. He runs with great power and rarely goes down on first contact.

Lynch can also catch the ball, something the Patriots have struggled to defend in the past. The defense will have to be disciplined and cannot afford to miss tackles if it wishes to contain 'Beast Mode.'