In a shocking move, both WEEI and ESPN are reporting that legendary Patriots kicker Adam Vinatieri has agreed principle to sign with the Indianapolis Colts.

If there was ever proof of the Pioli/Belichick philosophy not to fall in love with players, this is it. I haven't seen the deal he got from the Colts yet, but the Patriots plan is to establish a value for a player and not to exceed it under any circumstances.

The players from the Pats Super Bowl teams are slowly falling away. Willie McGinest and Vinatieri are the latest examples. Can Belichick and Pioli rebuild a championship team? History says yes, but time will tell.