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UConn names Wisconsin transfer Nick Evers team’s starting quarterback

August 28, 2024

Image courtesy of UConn Athletics UConn coach Jim Mora announced on Tuesday that Wisconsin transfer Nick Evers will be the team’s starting quarterback. The decision was made “couple of weeks ago” according to Mora. Evers beat out former Maine quarterback Joe Fagnano, former Wachusett standout Tucker McDonald and Texas true freshmen Cole Welliver. Mora did not want to make the decision publicly but he felt pressed into during Tuesday morning’s……

NEFJ Patriots Final 53 Man Roster Projection

August 27, 2024

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The Patriots have to get down to 53 players on their roster by today at 4 pm. The team has already started cutting players as a dozen players were released yesterday. After final cuts are made, the team can bring players back as part of their 16 member practice squad. Here is who we think will make the final cut. QB’s (3) Jacoby Brissett Drake Maye Joe Milton Thoughts: Zappe is…

Mayo and the Patriots are putting on a masters class on how not to make a quarterback decision

August 27, 2024

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It is time for Patriots coach Jerod Mayo to pick a starting quarterback and move on from the circus that he has created in many ways. Mayo’s mixed messaging all spring and summer has come to a head. Either put an end to the shenanigans and name Jacoby Brissett the starter or bypass Drake Maye’s development and throw him to the wolves. Enough with the back and forth! The Patriots…

Seven Points on the Patriots 20-10 loss to the Commanders

August 26, 2024

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The Patriots wrapped up the preseason with a 20-10 loss to the Washington Commanders on Sunday night. Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports Here are seven takeaways from the loss as the Patriots are onto Cincinnati. 1. Maye Day: Drake Maye took over for Jacoby Brissett after the first series and proceeded to lead the team on an 11 play, 88 yard drive that was capped off by an 18 yard touchdown…

Drake Maye impresses again; was it enough to start him in Week 1?

August 25, 2024

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Drake Maye could find himself in the drivers seat to be the Patriots starting quarterback after his performance in Sunday night’s preseason finale against the Washington Commanders. Jacoby Brissett started the game but only played one series after he was hit and driven into the ground, tweaking his shoulder. The team announced he was questionable in the second quarter. Drake Maye vs the Commanders: 13/20 143 total yards 1 TD,…

Patriots Preview: New England Patriots (1-1) at Washington Commanders (0-2)

August 25, 2024

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Kickoff: The Patriots wrap up the preseason with a visit to the Washington Commanders on Sunday Night Football. As of right now, it is the only prime time game of the season for the team. With cutdown day coming up on Tuesday, the Patriots have to trim the roster down to 53 players by 4 pm. Tonight’s game is a final audition of sorts for almost half the roster. Here…

Following the Windham Jaguars Football journey in Ireland: Day 3

August 24, 2024

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The Windham High School football program is on a journey of a lifetime this week. The Jaguars are participating in the Global Ireland Football Tournament. Assistant coach Lauren Gaudette has been chronicling their trip for us. Here is a little bit of what the players and coaches have experienced on their trip. Day Three: Maclay beat Windham 35-23. Here is quick summary of the game. Maclay scores on their first…

Following the Windham Jaguars Football journey in Ireland: Day 2

August 23, 2024

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The Windham High School football program is on a journey of a lifetime this week. The Jaguars are participating in the Global Ireland Football Tournament, and will open their season Friday (7 a.m. EST) against the Maclay School of Tallahassee, Florida. Windham flew from Boston to Dublin on Tuesday and is scheduled to return on Sunday. Assistant coach Lauren Gaudette is chronicling their trip for us. Here is a little…