John Sarianides

Patriots defensive coordinator Terrell Williams talks about his recent health scare

May 9, 2025

New England Patriots defensive coordinator Terrell Williams recently experienced a health scare that has required him to work remotely from his home in Detroit on doctor’s orders for the past few weeks. Mike Vrabel broke the news on Friday prior to Patriots rookie mini camp kicking off. After practice, Williams spoke to the media via Zoom and addressed his health. Williams confirmed he had a “medical scare” but emphasized that…

Recapping Mike Vrabel’s press conference; Here are some of the highlights

May 9, 2025

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Courtesy of Kevin Stone/NEFJ Patriots coach Mike Vrabel met with the assembled media on Friday ahead of the first rookie mini camp practice. Vrabel discussed several topics related to the team’s rookie minicamp and he gave an unexpected health update on defensive coordinator Terrell Williams in his opening statement. Here are some of the things Vrabel touched on. Rookie Acclimation: Vrabel emphasized the goal of getting the rookies acclimated to…

Patriots Draft: Patriots sign 8 of their 11 draft picks and 16 undrafted free agents

May 9, 2025

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The Patriots announced that they have signed rookie wide receiver Kyle Williams, center Jared Wilson, defensive tackle Joshua Farmer, EDGE, Bradyn Swinson, kicker Andy Borregales, offensive tackle Marcus Bryant, long snapper Julian Ashby and cornerback Kobee Minor. The Patriots also signed undrafted rookie free agents: Guard Cole Birdow, wide receivers Demeer Blankumsee and Efton Chism III, guard Jack Conley, cornerback Brandon Crossley, tight end C.J. Dippre, fullback Brock Lampe, runnimg…

Prominent high school programs fill head coaching openings throughout New England this off-season

May 9, 2025

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Several power programs throughout New England filled head coaching openings this off-season. In Connecticut, legendary Ansonia coach Tom Brockett stepped away after an impressive 19 year run that included eight state titles. He was replaced by trusted assistant John Mihalko. Earlier this off-season, Staples filled their head coaching opening after Adam Behrends left the program for an opportunity with New Mexico University. Behrends was replaced by offensive coordinator Matt Jacowleff,…

20 NEPSAC 2026 Prospects to watch at next week’s showcases

May 7, 2025

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The 2026 NEPSAC class will be on full display next week during the annual Connecticut and Massachusetts Showcases days. Several private schools in the area have talented players who are primed to impress the over 100 college coaches who are scheduled to attend the workouts. Here are 20 NEPSAC players to watch for during the two showcase days. 1. Marky Walbridge, OT, 6’6 285, St. Sebastian’s: Walbridge remains uncommitted but…

University of New Haven announces they are moving up to Division 1 and joining the NEC

May 6, 2025

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Courtesy of New Haven Athletics Add another Division One football program to the New England College Football landscape. The University of New Haven announced today that they moving up to Division I and joining the Northeast Conference (NEC) effective July 1st. The announcement was made today by NEC Commissioner Noreen Morris and University of New Haven President Jens Frederiksen, Ph.D. “We are thrilled to welcome the University of New Haven to…

Brown announces 2029 recruiting class

May 6, 2025

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Brown announced the incoming freshman class on Monday. 23 members make up the Class of 2029. The group features recruits from all over the country including Hawaii. Once again, James Perry and his staff emphasized New England recruiting picking commitments from five New England prospects. The emphasis was on restocking the skill positions on offense and the secondary on defense. The Bears were able to do that adding players who…

Cliche named new head football coach at Portland High School

May 6, 2025

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Image courtesy of Portland School District/@PHSBulldogs Portland High School has hired a familiar face to take over for Sean Green. Nick Cliche, who joined Green as offensive coordinator in 2023 now replaces him as head coach. Cliche, a native of Vermont has nine years of high school coaching experience. He spent five years with Portland Youth Football. From there, Cliche served as offensive coordinator under Jason Jackson at Deering High…

MHSFCA holds its annual banquet

May 5, 2025

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Courtesy of Milton Athletics The Massachusetts High School Football Coaches Association held its annual banquet on Sunday night. Several head coaches, assistant coaches and players were honored at the event which took place at the DoubleTree Westborough. Six head coaches were inducted into the hall of fame. Jeff Cormier (Auburn), Steve Dembowski (Milton), Shawn Maguire (Burlington), Dave Palazzi (Leominster) Bruce Rich (Chelmsford) and Dave Woods (Bishop Fenwick). I caught up with…

Ranking the Patriots UDFA’s in order of who is most likely to make the team

May 5, 2025

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The Patriots open up rookie mini camp later this week. Aside from the talent they drafted last weekend, they also signed 17 undrafted free agents. It is a deep group with some talent. We ranked all 17 players brought in and their chances of getting to training camp and making the team. The Patriots, have had an undrafted free agent make the initial 53-man roster in 20 of the last…