The Patriots should draft a quarterback in this year’s draft. Here’s why

February 3, 2023

AP Photo/Michael Conroy Purdue’s Aidan O’Connell could be a really good system fit for the Patriots if they decide to draft a quarterback this April. I have long been a firm believer in the philosophy of Mike Shanahan and Mike Holmgren when it comes to quarterbacks and developing the position. Draft as many of them as you can. Both Shanahan and Holmgren believed that by drafting or signing quarterbacks every……

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Kraft wants Brady to retire a Patriot. Does Brady feel the same way?

February 2, 2023

Patriots owner Robert Kraft told CNN this morning that he would sign Tom Brady to a one day contract tomorrow if he could. Kraft wants Brady to retire with the organization. The question is, does Brady want the same thing? Brady retired yesterday after 23 seasons in the NFL. He spent 20 of those seasons with the Patriots winning six Super Bowls, three regular season MVPs and four Super Bowl…

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20 Patriots Type Prospects to Watch for at the East-West Shrine Game

February 2, 2023

The majority of the Patriots staff including Bill Belichick and Bill O’Brien coached the West Roster this week at the East-West Shrine Game. While their primary focus was the West team, they are also going to get a look at the East squad. Here ten prospects from this game that fit what the Patriots like to do offensively and defensively. Zay Flowers, WR, 5-9 182, Boston College: The best receiver……

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Tom Brady retires “for good” ending his 23 year NFL career

February 1, 2023

It finally happened. Tom Brady officially retired from the the NFL this morning after 23 seasons. Brady retired on this day one year ago but ended his retirement 40 days later and returned to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He announced his retirement this morning with a simple tweet saying that he wouldn’t change a thing about his career and that he appreciated his teammates, coaches and adversaries. He closed out…

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Offensive line will be a focal point at both the Shrine Bowl and Senior Bowl for the Patriots. Here are 10 lineman to keep an eye as possible fits

January 31, 2023

The Patriots offensive line problems were well documented this past season, especially at tackle where Trent Brown struggled and right tackle was a revolving door. The Patriots have to figure out what they are going to do with Brown and free agent to be Isaiah Wynn. Do they bring both back? That remains to be seen. For now, they know they need to upgrade the offensive line once again. That……

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Truman Jones popping at Shrine Bowl practices

January 30, 2023

Truman Jones was voted team captain by his peers prior to last season. Being voted captain at Harvard is an honor, one that players who are elected cherish. Jones responded by having the best season at the school finishing with 39 tackles and 5.5 sacks. Jones has popped this week at the Shrine Bowl practices for the West team. He has caught the attention of the Patriots coaching staff and……

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Fixing pass protection will be priority number one for the next offensive line coach

January 29, 2023

No matter who the Patriots hire as their next offensive line coach, fixing the team’s pass protection schemes will be priority number one. The team has interviewed former Patriots Adrian Klemm and Ryan Wendell for the vacant offensive line coach opening. Both have NFL experience but Wendell has more experience working with new offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien. Regardless of who the team hires, fixing the team’s pass protection issues is…

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10 Patriot Type Prospects to watch for at the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl

January 28, 2023

The NFLPA Collegiate Bowl is tonight and there are several prospects who fit what the Patriots like to do on offense, defense and special teams. Here are ten prospects to watch tonight. Keidron Smith, CB, 6-2 205 Kentucky: Smith has good size, length and athleticism. He excels in press coverage where he uses his length to his advantage. Does a good job of getting hip position and staying in phase. He……

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