You brought your energy and A game to EVERY game no matter the opponent. Do football teams really lose focus and take lightly their opponents?
I would think that each player who takes the field, always gives their best to beat their opponent. These guys are highly competitive. I just don't think they let up for anyone.
Now, game fatigue would certainly play a role in focus and execution levels in any game but when those players first take the field, I would imagine they are totally amped up regardless of the opponent.