Author: John Sarianides

Pirates Preview: Jacksonville Sharks (0-0) at Massachusetts Pirates (1-0)

March 23, 2024
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Image courtesy of the IFL. The Pirates are coming into their home opener of a season opening 44-40 win at Green Bay. Massachusetts trailed at the half but came from behind to pick a much needed season opening win. The  2023 National Arena League (NAL) champions, Jacksonville Sharks are making their IFL debut. On paper this is a winnable game for the Pirates but Jacksonville has some talent. Here are three…

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Bryant/Rhode Island Pro Day Recap: Colbert, Thompson and Shillingford among those who performed well

March 22, 2024
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SMITHFIELD- A record 15 NFL and CFL scouts descended upon Smithfield, Rhode Island on Wednesday after for the annual Bryant Pro Day which features players from Bryant University and the University of Rhode Island. This year also featured former Bulldog Andre Brackett from UT-Martin and Jo Jo Marinella of Randolph-Macon College. Former URI tight end Caleb Warren also worked out.  We are going to recap the day by school and……

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Catching up with Ben Scalzi after his commitment to Merrimack

March 21, 2024
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Image courtesy of Ben Scalzi Former Hanover High School star quarterback Ben Scalzi announced today that he is committing to Merrimack. Scalzi made the announcement on his social media. Scalzi had a monster senior season throwing for 2,628 yards and 41 touchdown passes. The dual threat quarterback could beat defenses in the pocket and with his feet. He led Hanover to the Division 5 Super Bowl.  Scalzi has always dreamed…

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Patriots Mock Draft 2.0

March 20, 2024
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It is Maye Day for the Patriots as they take the UNC signal caller with the third overall pick. In our second of five mock drafts, we go quarterback with the third overall pick and address the offensive line, wide receiver, edge and cornerback with the picks we have. I also make a trade with the Houston Texans that better positioned the Patriots early on day three. Here is our……

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Patriots do not appear to be interested in trading down

March 19, 2024
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According to Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer, there is “no appetite” within the Patriots organization to trade the number 3 in next month’s NFL Draft.  Appearing on NBC Sports Boston on Sunday night, Breer said the Atlanta Falcons attempted to trade into the top three of the draft but were stonewalled by the Bears, Commanders and Patriots. It appears that the Patriots are content standing pat and taking one of the……

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Former St. John’s Shrewsbury standout Eamonn Dennis enters the transfer portal

March 18, 2024
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Former St. John’s Shrewsbury standout Eamonn Dennis announced on Monday that he is entering the transfer portal. Dennis made the announcement on social media, The wide receiver from Worcester was predominantly a special teams player for the Wolverines. Dennis has already received his undergraduate degree. He is a grad transfer with two years of eligibility left.  Standing at 5-10 188, Dennis has the size to play flanker or in the…

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2024 Massachusetts Pirates Preview

March 17, 2024
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The Massachusetts Pirates kick off the 2024 season on Sunday afternoon in Green Bay against the Blizzard. It has been a tumultuous off-season for the Pirates. After talk of leaving Massachusetts, the Pirates stayed and are moving from Worcester to Lowell. The Pirates also have a new head coach in Rod Miller who joins the Pirates after serving as the Defensive Coordinator for the Vegas Knight Hawks last season. The…

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Patriots should answer the Vikings call if they reach out

March 16, 2024
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The Minnesota Vikings acquired the 23rd pick in next month’s NFL Draft in a trade with the Houston Texans on Friday. Minnesota now has picks 11 and 23 in the first round. With the Chicago Bears more than likely drafting Caleb Williams and the Washington Commanders also taking a quarterback, the Patriots could be a possible trade partner for Minnesota if they decide to move up in the draft. If…

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