Year: 2022
NEWFTBJ Staff Picks for Week 6
Our staff picks for Week 6. Patriots at Browns John: The Patriots have an old school formula that is working right now. They’re running the ball and playing great D. Give me the Pats in a close one. Kevin: I’m in on Zappe. Pats by 10, 24-14. Adam: Pats keep building momentum. College Brown at Princeton John: Bears are much improved but still no match for the Tigers. Princeton wins…
Patriots: Deatrich Wise Jr. is a natural for his new role as captain
Image courtesy of Stew Milne-USA TODAY Sports For the first time in his six year career, Deatrich Wise Jr. became a captain of the Patriots this summer. Wise Jr. is a mild-mannered guy off the field who wears a constant smile on his face. On any given day, Wise is willing to talk with anyone who walks by his locker. He always seems genuinely happy to just be in the…
Patriots: Judon wins AFC Defensive Player of the Week for second time in his career
Image courtesy of Patriots.com When Matt Judon signed with the Patriots prior to the 2021 season, he was signed to be a disruptive force. For much of last year, he was just that, but faded towards the second half of the season. Well, it appears Judon is right back to his old ways after dominating the Lions on Sunday afternoon and the NFL recognized it on Tuesday. Judon was named…
Patriots: Patriots should stick with Mac Jones as their starting quarterback
One of the most entertaining stories in recent New England memory has been the play of Bailey Zappe the past two weeks. The third-string rookie came into the Patriots game at Lambeau Field after Brian Hoyer’s injury and almost led them to a win against the Packers. He followed that up by winning his first start against Detroit on Sunday. It has been fun, but before you call in sick…