Vinitieri has been better this year than I expected. However, last season, I remember too many 4th and 5s from the 30 because Belichick had no confidence in his ability to kick any longer than 42-43 yards.
Nagging back problems over the past few years and his age didn't make him worth the price over the long run.
Gostkowski doesn't have to be as good as Vinitieri *was* to make the move correct. he only has to be better than Vinitieri will be in 2 years.
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