Matt Gutierrez knows how quickly a backup can become a starter, which is why he wants to be Tom Brady's backup in New England this season. "It's not just what happened last year with Matt [Cassell]," said Gutierrez. "You don't have to look too far to see another example. That's how Tom got his chance. It's our job not to get complacent just because you're not getting many reps." With Cassell in Kansas City, many expect Kevin O'Connell to begin the season as Brady's backup. However, Gutierrez isn't conceding the job just yet. "You have to study more than the guy getting the reps in practice," Gutierrez said. "You have to take your reps mentally. You have to embrace what the job is. If I focus on some hoped-for opportunity, I won't be prepared for it."