Courtesy of GaVin English We got a chance to speak to a rising star in the Class of 2027, Springfield Central offensive and defensive lineman GaVin English. GaVin is a well thought out, mature young man who not only walk the walk on the field but off the field as well. English holds offers from Liberty, URI and UMass. Get to know GaVin English. NEFJ: Talk about your football journey….
2nd annual Catholic Conference Showcase takes big step forward
By Charlie Adams NEFJ Correspondent WESTWOOD – The Catholic Conference’s second annual showcase took a major step forward on Thursday as some of Massachusetts’ top talent drew over 60 colleges to the event. Once again hosted by back-to-back state champion Xaverian Brothers High School, this year was the first in which NCAA Division-I FBS programs were approved to attend. Representatives from Boston College were among the FBS schools in attendance,……
Barmore says he’s ready to go for 2025 after health scare
FOXBOROUGH – On paper, the idea of Christian Barmore and Milton Williams just causing all kinds of havoc on opposing offensive lines and running games next year should have Patriots fans salivating. But, after a blood clot scare last season that cost Barmore 2024 and almost cost him his life, the big D-lineman out of Alabama is feeling good and says he believes he’s ready to go heading into OTA’s…
6 reasons why the Patriots schedule makes them a potential playoff team
AP Photo, Michael Dwyer It is well known that a favorable schedule provide a boost to a team’s playoff chances. On paper, the Patriots’ 2025 schedule makes them a playoff contender requires a nuanced look at both the schedule itself and the team’s projected capabilities. The 2025 Patriots schedule has been released, and based on traditional metrics, it is indeed one of the easiest schedules in the National Football League….
Breaking Down the New England Patriots’ 2025 Schedule
The New England Patriots’ 2025 schedule features a mix of familiar AFC East foes, matchups against the AFC North and NFC South, and intriguing cross-conference contests based on their 2024 division finish. The season includes three nationally-televised primetime games and a late Bye week. Here’s a breakdown of the Patriots’ 2025 schedule: Preseason Schedule: Week 1 (Aug. 8): vs. Washington Commanders Week 2 (Aug. 16): at Minnesota Vikings Week 3…
Leominister’s Lopez commits to Coastal Carolina
LEOMINISTER- Leominister quarterback Osiris Lopez has committed to Coastal Carolina. The announcement was made at Leominister High School. Lopez had several offers but picked Coastal Carolina over James Madison, UConn, Old Dominion and Syracuse. As to why he picked Coastal, Lopez cited fit and a connection with the staff. “I had a lot of schools reach out to me and show me love, but I felt like Coastal was the……
2025 Massachusetts Show Day: BB&N caps off Show Day with strong performance
By Mukala Kabongo NEFJ Staff CAMBRIDGE – It was a busy Tuesday for talent evaluators as ISL school’s hosted the Prep School football show day. The day began at Deerfield Academy and ended at Buckingham & Brown Nichols Upper school. A plethora of college programs were on hand which included Bryant University, Bucknell, University of Rhode Island, University of Washington and more. The 2024 ISL champions graduated a talented senior…
2025 Massachusetts Show Day: Walbridge stands tall at St. Sebastian’s showcase session
By Paul Vozzella NEFJ Correspondent NEEDHAM – Heading into Tuesday evening, coaches and scouts traveled to Saint Sebastian’s to watch some of the best Massachusetts has to offer. Walking onto the field of Arrows, it does not take long to notice junior offensive tackle Marky Walbridge, standing at 6-foot-6. It does, however, take an abnormal amount of time to scroll down his list of Division I offers. The lineman’s remarkable…
2025 Massachusetts Show Day: Fiumara, Little & others impress for Belmont Hill
BELMONT – After a long two days for many of the college coaches and scouts touring Connecticut and Massachusetts for Show Days, Belmont Hill players made sure the 30+ schools on hand Tuesday night saw some high quality performances. The two ‘main events’ if you will were a pair of soon-to-be seniors that will be expected to lead the Sextants this season. Tackle Nick Fiumara already has 20+ offers from…
2025 Massachusetts Show Day: Underclassmen stand out during Milton Academy’s showcase
By Paul Vozzella NEFJ Correspondent MILTON – 30 players brought their talents onto the field in front of over 100 scouts and coaches in attendance for Milton Academy’s Show Day on Tuesday afternoon. It was not the best turnout of the day’s slot of showcases, but there was a noteworthy amount of Division 1 caliber athletes to keep an eye on. Tucked away at the bottom of campus, everyone was…