John Sarianides

Azumah, Ingoglia among the local college legends on the NFF 2026 College Football Hall of Fame ballot

June 3, 2025

The National Football Foundation (NFF) announced on Monday the names on the 2026 Ballot under consideration for induction into the NFF College Football Hall of Fame, including 79 players and nine coaches from the Football Bowl Subdivision and 100 players and 35 coaches from the divisional ranks. The ballot was emailed on Monday to the more than 12,000 NFF members and current NFF Hall of Famers whose votes will be……

McDaniels Addresses Patriots Offense, Maye’s Development, and Stefon Diggs’ Return

June 3, 2025

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FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – New England Patriots Offensive Coordinator Josh McDaniels addressed the media on Monday, June 2nd, 2025, providing insights into the ongoing progress of the Patriots’ offense during OTA sessions, the development of young quarterback Drake Maye, and the notable return of wide receiver Stefon Diggs to voluntary workouts. McDaniels, in his third stint as the Patriots’ offensive coordinator under new head coach Mike Vrabel, expressed confidence in the…

Boston College Deepens Ties with New Balance in Landmark Football Sponsorship

June 3, 2025

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CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. – Boston College Athletics and New Balance announced a groundbreaking deal on Monday that will see the Boston-based athletic giant become the official apparel and footwear provider for the Eagles’ football program, beginning with the upcoming 2025 season. This extension solidifies an already historic relationship and marks a pivotal moment as Boston College becomes New Balance’s first major NCAA football sponsorship. The relationship between Boston College and……

Camp season kicks off with jam packed Mega Camp at Boston College

June 2, 2025

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The month of June kicks off camp season in the sport of football and Boston College hosted their first annual Mega Camp on Sunday at Chestnut Hill. Over 500 players participated in the camp. The players were measured, tested and did on field drills as part of the day long event. 75 plus colleges ranging from the FBS and FCS levels to Division 3 were on hand. The players were……

The next three quarterback classes in New England have college coaches in the area talking

June 1, 2025

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The 2026, 2027 and 2028 quarterback classes are shaping up to be one of the best quarterback groups in the history of New England High School Football. The 26 class is headlined Leominister’s Osiris Lopez who recently committed to Coastal Carolina, Qur’an McNeill of Milton Academy, Gilbert Kimrin of The Taft School, Kaden Silton of Worcester Academy and BB&N’s Damon Taylor. Catholic Memorial’s Kise Flannery, a Harvard commit, Fairfield Prep’s……

Recruiting Visit: Tommy Vallett, QB, Mansfield High School

June 1, 2025

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We had an opportunity to catch up with Mansfield High School quarterback Tommy Vallett. Vallett is one of the top returning signal callers in the State of Massachusetts and a player to watch on a good Mansfield team. Here is our conversation with Tommy on his off-season, college recruiting and what is next. NEFJ: How has the off-season gone for you so far? What have you done in regards to……

Listing the Patriots off-season additions in order of potential impact

May 31, 2025

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The New England Patriots entered the 2025 offseason with a clear directive: rebuild and inject talent across the roster, particularly on offense. With a new coaching staff led by Mike Vrabel and significant cap space, they’ve made several key additions through both free agency and the NFL Draft. Here’s a look at the free agents and rookies poised to make the biggest impact for the Patriots in 2025: Free Agents…

Projecting the UMass Minutemen 2025 win total

May 31, 2025

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Courtesy of UMass Athletics After two seasons as an independent and a 2-10 record in 2024, UMass makes its long-awaited return to the Mid-American Conference (MAC) in 2025. The move brings a more structured schedule and familiar opponents, but also a step up in consistent competition. With a new head coach in Joe Harasymiak and a number of transfer portal additions, the Minutemen are looking to turn a new page…….

Recruiting Round-Up: King Philip Warriors

May 30, 2025

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As we get closer to the season, we want to spotlight players in the various programs in New England for recruiting purposes. Here is our first installment of the Recruiting Round-Up for this off-season. We begin with the King Philip Warriors who return a talented senior class that has several college prospects. The Warriors will be looking to return to Gillette Stadium for the 8th time in 9 years but……

Pirates Sink Sharks 43-29, Snap Losing Skid at Tsongas Center

May 30, 2025

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Courtesy of the Massachusetts Pirates LOWELL, MA – The Massachusetts Pirates delivered a much-needed performance on Thursday night, dominating the Jacksonville Sharks in a 43-29 victory at the Tsongas Center. The win snaps a three-game losing streak for the Pirates and moves their record to 3-5 on the season, giving them a crucial boost in the playoff race. Running back Pooka Williams Jr. was the star of the show for…