On Saturday, the MHSFCA released their all division teams. Here are all eight teams and some thoughts on each team. Division One Hasselbeck and Eason are no brainers. Both were two of the best signal callers in the state. Braintree’s James Curry was one of the top running backs in Eastern, Mass and returns next year as a junior. Great to see Joe Pendergast from Braintree getting recognized as well……
The Patriots officially have an offensive coordinator opening. Here are some names to keep an eye on as new coach Jerod Mayo looks to fill the vacancy. Brian Griese, Quarterbacks Coach, 49ers: Griese played at Michigan and played in the NFL for 11 years, starting 83 games. He also had a successful media career. His career parallels Mayo’s in some ways. He is the son of legendary Dolphins quarterback Bob…
The Atlanta Falcons have scheduled a second interview with Bill Belichick this weekend and according to the Athletic’s Dianna Russini, Belichick and Falcons owner Arthur Blank met over dinner last night and more meetings are scheduled between Belichick and the Falcons brass. The Atlanta Falcons have Bill Belichick as their top candidate, flying him into Atlanta on one of Arthur Blank's private planes last night. Dinner last night, more meetings…
Bill O’Brien is leaving the Patriots to become the new offensive coordinator at Ohio State. A source told New England Football Journal over the weekend that O’Brien has been in talks with Ohio State since last week to join Ryan Day’s staff. With O’Brien’s departure, new Patriots coach Jerod Mayo is now in the market for a new offensive coordinator. Several names have been linked to the job even before…
FOXBOROUGH- The Patriots introduced Jerod Mayo today as the 15th coach in franchise history. Mayo and owner Robert Kraft had a lot to say so let’s delve into today’s press conference. 1. Mayo is confident: Mayo was clearly confident in himself and believes he is the right person to guide the organization out of its current situation. Mayo has a presence and the Krafts, the players and people in the…
Image courtesy of the Atlanta Falcons Former Patriots coach Bill Belichick has interviewed with the Atlanta Falcons. The team announced the interview last night. It is a well known fact that Falcons owner Arthur Blank has a genuine interest in Belichick and with several openings out there, including potential openings in Dallas and Philadelphia, Blank wanted to meet with Belichick first. Falcons have interviewed Bill Belichick for their head coach…
It was yet another terrific college football season in New England with some terrific performances at the Division One level. As always, several players wrapped up great seasons and great careers. So after several conversations as a staff and some deliberation, here are our All-New England teams and honorable mentions. First Team Offense QB: Matthew Sluka, Sr. Holy Cross RB: Dylan Laube, Sr. UNH RB: Jordan Fuller, Jr. Holy Cross…
Image courtesy of Holy Cross Athletics In a surprising move, former Holy Cross quarterback Matthew Sluka has reportedly committed to UNLV. This according to both On3 Sports and 24/7. After weeks of speculation that Sluka might ultimately join former coach Bob Chesney at James Madison but he opted to head west and play for Barry Odom. Odom needs a quarterback after Mountain West Freshmen of the Year Jayden Maiava transferred…
It appears that the only man who will not working for the Patriots this season is Bill Belichick. Anyone who else who has been associated with the Patriots struggles the last four years is somehow still employed by the organization. Belichick was the fall guy for the Patriots decline and rightfully so. However, he was not the only one to blame. His supporting cast was part of the problem as…
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Patriots are going to take their time hiring a GM and may not address the position until after the draft. For now, it apoears that Matt Groh and Eliot Wolf will be running the front office and handling free agency and the draft. It is not uncommon for teams to do this but it is not recommended especially if you are team that is…