Patriots Launch Meat Brand, Madden Holidays, Icons Creep

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– The New England Patriots are launching a branded line of hotdogs, Bratwurst and sausages supported by an ad campaign this September.

– Scott G weighs in on the whole Agency.com debacle.

– The EA Sports Madden NFL game is getting some love over at Maddenoliday. Hmm. And we didn’t even know John Madden was still alive.

– From the Brawny Guy to the Mentos Kids to The King, YesButNoButYes has collected a list of the top ten creepiest icons in advertising history.

– Mad Musings is celebrating the August Moon-sized appearance of Mars with a MasterCard Priceless riff.

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