Mike Cardillo: Damn Patriots spoiling playoffs like they always do

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) stands on the sideline before practice begins at the NFL football team's facility Thursday, Jan. 17, 2013, in Foxborough, Mass. The Patriots will play the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship game for the second year in a row at Foxborough this Sunday. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia) Photo: Stephan Savoia, Associated Press

Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker Ray Lewis (52) dances near the end of the second half of an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013, in Baltimore. Baltimore won 24-9. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) Photo: Nick Wass, Associated Press