Image courtesy of UMass Athletics AMHERST – If UMass is going to shake its perennial embarrassment label in 2026, it’ll be mainly because of Pop Watson. That’s not to say wins and losses solely rest on the quarterback’s shoulders, but in a time where the Minutemen need new leadership, having a local star like Watson take control of the program, allowing everyone to fall behind him, is going to be……
Pats open Week 3 of camp tuning up for Indy
FOXBOROUGH – Day 13 of Patriots training camp wasn’t full speed (probably about 80%), but the team got some good work in for just under two hours ahead of a big week. The Colts come to town for a joint practice on Tuesday before the first preseason game of the year on Thursday. It was a heavy red zone day after the Pats had the full weekend off. Things are…
Patriots lock up veteran tight end Hunter Henry with two-year extension
Getty Images The Patriots are ensuring continuity in their passing game by signing veteran tight end Hunter Henry to a two-year contract extension worth $16 million base, maxing out at $20 million with incentives. The new deal includes $14.5 million in guaranteed money and a $4.2 million signing bonus, effectively ensuring the 31-year-old standout will likely finish his NFL career in Foxborough. Henry has steadily emerged as one of New…
Stonehill ready for breakout season in NEC
EASTON- As Stonehill College prepares for the 2026 season, the program stands on the threshold of what could be a defining breakout season in the Northeast Conference (NEC).
After enduring the growing pains of transitioning to the NCAA Division I FCS level, the Skyhawks enter the season with a mature roster, established offensive playmakers, and a firm culture established under Head Coach Eli Gardner.
BC secondary should lead the way in 2026
Image courtesy of BC Athletics CHESTNUT HILL – It was only 9:00 a.m., but as BC defensive back Max Tucker took his place in the stretching line during the third training camp practice, his emotions poured out. It looked and sounded like he was prepping for a full game. Tucker and new Anthony Palano both yelled, slapped their helmets and got each other fired up…for practice. That juice is going…
5 Observations from our camp visit with Boston College
CHESTNUT HILL- Boston College training camp is under way and the Eagles are looking to build off of a solid spring and a busy off-season of changes.
With temperatures soaring on Saturday, the competition was hot on the field as well as the Eagles practiced for just over two hours in the blazing sun. The defense got the better of the offense but it is early so Eagles fans, do not despair.
St. John’s Prep quarterback Chris Vargas commits to Ohio State
St. John’s Prep quarterback Chris Vargas announced this afternoon that he is committing to Ohio State University. We caught up with Chris and talked about why he chose the Buckeyes and what his future might look like there.
Patriots could potentially be lethal in 11 personnel this season
FOXBOROUGH – 11 personnel (one running back, one tight end, and three wide receivers) is the modern NFL’s primary offensive personnel grouping. When executed well, it forces opposing defensive coordinators into constant mismatch dilemmas. For the New England Patriots, deploying a line package featuring A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, Kayshon Boutte, Hunter Henry, and a backfield tandem of Rhamondre Stevenson or TreVeyon Henderson presents a lethal combination of size, vertical threat,…
Pingree’s Downey excited to continue family legacy at UNH
Pingree wide receiver, defensive back Colt Downey knows a thing or two about UNH Football. After all, his dad and the current head coach at Pingree, Pat Downey played at UNH and his brother Jackson is currently a Wildcat himself.
Pats hold scrimmage to wrap up Week 2 of training camp
FOXBOROUGH – The biggest crowd of the summer got an entertaining scrimmage on Friday as the team wrapped up the second week of training camp. Before practice, Mike Vrabel announced that there was a team-wide draft for the coaches, splitting squads up into Team Blue and Team White. Terrell Williams was the ‘head coach’ of Team Blue, while Tony Dews coached Team White. Here’s a drive-by-drive breakdown of how things…