We recently caught up with Tabor Academy defensive back Mikey Landers to talk about his commitment to Boston College. Here is what Landers had to say about why he chose Boston College. NEFJ: What made BC the right fit for you? ML: “Boston College felt like the right fit for a lot of reasons. Being close to home was important to me and BC has always been a special place……
Potential Payton, Belichick coaching plan was nuts if it’s true
AP PHOTO The NFL is a league driven by massive egos, hyper-competition, and a ruthless instinct for self-preservation. Head coaches guard their authority like absolute monarchs, which is precisely why the latest revelation from Seth Wickersham sounds less like real football history and more like a fever-dream movie script. When Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots parted ways in 2024, the greatest coach of the modern era was suddenly…
2026 New England college football schedule
In just 49 days (seven weeks from today, Thursday July, 9), the New England college football season begins. Maine has the honor of kicking things off when the Black Bears travel to take on Towson on Thursday, August 27. With that in mind, it’s time to start looking ahead at road trip and tailgate planning, potential playoff previews, rivalry matchups and everything else that comes with another CFB season. Below…
NEFJ College Check-Ins: Where do things stand at QB for Harvard?
By Mike Sidhly NEFJ Correspondent Quarterback battles are some of the most polarizing situations in sports and that’s exactly what’s brewing over in Cambridge. Harvard – a year after making the FCS playoffs for the first time in history – is looking to return to glory after star QB Jaden Craig led them to a 10-2 record last season. Now, Craig is off to TCU to play Power Four football…
5 MIAA Under the Radar Division 2 Teams to Watch in 2026
The high school season kicks off next month and as we get closer, we will look at some of the teams in each division that have a legitimate shot at contending in each division.
Catching up with JD Brown after his commitment to UConn
We had a chance to catch up with UConn commit JD Brown. Brown who committed to the Huskies on Thursday. The South Walton High School (Fla) senior quarterback threw for 2,558 yards and 29 touchdown passes as a junior. Standing at 6’3, 195, Brown has good size and athleticism. He has plus arm talent and can make plays out of the pocket as well.
Underclassman Spotlight: Brady Mahoney, OL/DL, Chelmsford
Image courtesy of Brady Mahoney We recently chatted with Chelmsford 2028 offensive and defensive lineman Brady Mahoney. The 6’5, 319 pound lineman is garnering a lot attentive this off-season and he is becoming a household name. Mahoney loves football but he also has a lot of interests off the field. Let’s get to know Brady Mahoney. NEFJ: Talk about your football journey. When did you start playing football? What attracted……
Recruiting Visit with Pingree WR/DB Colt Downey
We got a chance to catch up with standout Pingree wide receiver and defensive back Colt Downey recently. Colt talked about his spring thus far and how he has been preparing for the upcoming season.
Colt is an impressive young man who gives you honest, forthright responses. College coaches in particular, you will be impressed.
Catching up with 2027 TE Chase Phifer after his commitment to Boston College
Image courtesy of Chase Phifer Boston College picked up another big commitment for the Class of 2027. This time it was Nease High School tight end Chase Phifer. Phifer stands at 6’5 220 and he held offers from over 20 schools including: Wake Forest, Tulane and UConn. Fun fact. Phifer plays at the same high school that Tim Tebow did. Here is interview with Chase Phifer. NEFJ: What made BC…
5 position battles to watch at Patriots training camp
ERIC CANHA-IMAGN IMAGES As the New England Patriots prepare to head to the practice fields at Gillette Stadium for training camp in three weeks, head coach Mike Vrabel has his team in prime position to make a run at the Super Bowl again. While cornerstone pieces like franchise quarterback Drake Maye and newly acquired superstar wideout A.J. Brown are locked into their roles, several critical areas of the roster remain…