Author: John Sarianides

Patriots Draft: 10 prospects to watch in the East-West Shrine Game

January 19, 2019
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The Patriots will have multiple needs this off-season most notably tight end, defensive line, wide receiver and cornerback. The East-West Shrine game has produced some quality players in recent years. There are several Patriot type prospects in this year’s game. Here are ten prospects that would be a good fit for the Patriots. 1. Matt Sokol, TE, 6-6 255, Michigan State (East): The Patriots need to address the tight end……

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Patriots: Scouting Report on the Kansas City Chiefs

January 17, 2019
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The Patriots travel to Kansas City on Sunday to battle the Chiefs in the AFC Championship game. The Chiefs finished 12-4 and have one of the most talented rosters in the NFL. Kansas City is well coached under the tutelage of Andy Reid. The Chiefs are one of the most diverse teams in the NFL schematically. The Patriots will have their hands full but they will be ready. Here is…

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Patriots Rewind: Patriots 41 Chargers 28

January 15, 2019
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Game Rewind: The Patriots jumped out to a 35-7 lead in the first half en route to 41-28 win over the Chargers. New England silenced any doubters who thought this might be the end of their dynasty. Here are thoughts on the game. 1. Sony, Sony, Sony!! The rookie running back was terrific in his playoff debut rushing for 129 yards and three touchdowns. Michel was the centerpiece of the…

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Patriots Playoff Preview: Los Angeles Chargers (13-4) at New England Patriots (11-5)

January 13, 2019
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Opening Drive: The Los Angeles Chargers visit Gillette Stadium to battle the Patriots in what should be a terrific match up between two future hall of famers in Tom Brady and Phillip Rivers. The Chargers and Patriots are meeting in the playoffs for the fourth time. The San Diego Chargers beat the Boston Patriots in 1964 while the Patriots beat the Chargers in 2006 and 2007. Here are three keys…

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Patriots: Dolphins turn to the Patriot Way with the hiring of Brian Flores

January 12, 2019
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Reports surfaced on Friday that the Miami Dolphins are going to hire Patriots linebackers coach and de facto defensive coordinator Brian Flores as their new head coach as soon as the Patriots season ends. For the second straight year, the Patriots top defensive assistant has landed a head coaching. Flores was applauded by the teams he interviewed with last off-season for his intelligence and the leadership qualities he exhibited. The…

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Opinion: Kyler Murray’s curveball is the byproduct of an underwhelming quarterback class

January 11, 2019
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Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images According to sources, the Oakland A’s expect 2018 first round pick Kyler Murray to enter the NFL. The Oklahoma quarterback and Heisman Trophy was selected ninth overall by the A’s and signed almost immediately. It appears that Murray has had a change of heart however and has decided to put his baseball career on hold to pursue a career in the NFL. If Murray does…

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Opinion: Hiring young offensive minds is all the rage in the NFL but it is a risky proposition

January 10, 2019
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Three of the six head coaching openings that have been filled in the NFL this week have been filled by three young offensive coaches who are going to be first time head coaches. Matt LaFleur, Kliff Kingsbury and Freddie Kitchens are all relative unknowns in the NFL. Yet all three got head coaching job this off-season. Thanks to the success of 33 year old Sean McVay with the Los Angeles…

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