Don’t read too much into what Mayo said about Drake Maye. It’s early

May 13, 2024

The reaction to Patriots coach Jerod Mayo’s comments regarding Drake Maye have been the talk of this past weekend’s rookie mini-camp.  Mayo met with the media prior to Saturday’s practice and he was asked about his early impressions regarding Drake Maye.  “Early impressions of Drake? Look, he has a lot to work on. A lot to work on. But I have no doubt that he will put the time in….

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Pirates Preview: Massachusetts Pirates (5-1) at Iowa Barnstormers (1-5)

May 11, 2024

The Pirates and Barnstormers will meet for the second time this season. Massachusetts won the first meeting at home on 54-29 on April 12th. The Pirates lead the all-time series 4-2.  Here are three keys to the game for the Pirates. 1. Pound Thomas and Robinson: The Pirates rushing attack has been one of the best in the IFL. Tavion Thomas is averaging 69.5 yards per game. Jimmie Robinson is…

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Patriots name Eliot Wolf Executive Vice President of Football Operations

May 11, 2024

The Patriots general manager search lasted all of six days as the team announced this afternoon that Eliot Wolf has been named the team’s new Executive Vice President of Football Operations.  The news is not a surprise as Wolf was expected around league circles to be named the new head of football operations.  Wolf’s responsibilities will include the overall direction of the personnel department, the management of the salary cap…

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Joe Griffin transfers to Wisconsin

May 11, 2024

It did not take long but former Springfield Central and Boston College wide receiver Joe Griffin has found a new home. He is transferring to Wisconsin. Griffin made the announcement last night on social media. Griffin entered the portal on April 12th. After a month of being in the portal, he has found a new home at Wisconsin.  During his two years at B.C, Griffin had 18 catches for 234…

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Patriots sign three draft picks, nine undrafted free agents

May 10, 2024

The Patriots announced earlier this afternoon that they have signed three of their draft picks and nine undrafted free agents.  The Patriots signed sixth-round draft picks CB Marcellas Dial, QB Joe Milton III and seventh-round draft pick TE Jaheim Bell.  In addition to signing Dial, Milton and Bell, the Patriots also signed the following rookie free agents:  RB DeShaun Fenwick, CB Kaleb Ford-Demont, T Zuri Henry, LB Jontrey Hunter, DE…

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Brown announces in coming recruiting class

May 9, 2024

On Tuesday, Brown Football announced its incoming recruiting class. 28 new faces will be on campus in August for fall camp.  As usual, James Perry and his staff did a terrific job recruiting nationally and bringing in some terrific young men.  In a statement released by the University, Perry talked about the class and how excited the staff is to get them on campus.  “I am excited to welcome our 28……

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Oliver Ames names John Sperrazza head football coach

May 9, 2024

Oliver Ames has named Mansfield alumnus and former assistant coach John Sperrazza as the program’s new head football coach. Sperrazza replaces Ed DeWitt who left OA to take over the program in his hometown of Quincy. ‼️We are excited to announce the hiring of John Sperrazza as OA’s Head Football Coach ‼️John comes to OA with a wealth of football knowledge, most recently as the Offensive Coordinator at Hock rival……

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In some ways, the Roast of Tom Brady brought some closure to the dynasty years

May 7, 2024

The Roast of Tom Brady on Sunday was three hours of Brady’s former teammates, celebrities and Bill Belichick roasting the GOAT. It was the television event we knew we needed, but weren’t sure we were ever going to get.  To his his credit, Brady sat there and took barb after barb. From jokes about his marriage to his playing career, Brady got hit from all sides.  It was great to…

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Patriots begin general manager search; Wolf is the front runner

May 7, 2024

Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports According to CBS Sports insider Jonathan Jones, the Patriots have begun the process of hiring a general manager or head of football operations. It is the first time owner Robert Kraft has had to hire a general manager in his tenure as owner.  Jones says that the Patriots have already vetted outside candidates and have received permission to interview them. Unlike when they hired Jerod Mayo,…

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