Author: John Sarianides

Kraft plans to honor Bill Belichick with a statue after he retires from coaching

September 3, 2025
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(Jesse Costa/WBUR) The legacy of the New England Patriots’ two-decade dynasty is being physically cemented, one bronze figure at a time. Following the recent unveiling of a 12-foot statue of Tom Brady outside Gillette Stadium, Patriots chairman and CEO Robert Kraft has confirmed that a similar honor awaits legendary head coach Bill Belichick. In a recent interview with WBZ, Kraft revealed his long-held intention to commission a statue for both…

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NEPSAC Football 2025 Primer

September 2, 2025
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Image courtesy of St. Paul’s The NEPSAC season kicks off in two weeks but with training camps underway throughout New England, here is our preseason primer to get you ready for the upcoming season in one of the best high school football leagues in New England and the country. 1 Tabor Academy returns one of the most talented team in New England led by quarterback and Michigan commit Peter Bourque,……

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Patriots name 2025 team captains

September 1, 2025
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Image courtesy of the New England Patriots The New England Patriots have officially ushered in a new era, naming six captains for the 2025 season as voted by their teammates. The group, a mix of veteran experience and youthful energy, reflects the new identity being forged under head coach Mike Vrabel. Earning the honor for the first time is second-year quarterback Drake Maye, who will lead the offense alongside veteran…

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Big three of Fagnano, Bell and Edwards lead UConn past CCSU in opener

August 30, 2025
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By Andy Close NEFJ Correspondent EAST HARTFORD — UConn’s version of triplets was on full display in their season opener against in-state FCS foe Central Connecticut State on Saturday.  Skyler Bell and Cam Edwards both had electrifying touchdowns in the first half, and Joe Fagnano accounted for four total touchdowns (three passing, one rushing) in a 59-13 win at Rentschler Field.  “Like any coach would say, there’s a lot we……

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What Lechtenberg, CCSU learned following season opening loss to UConn

August 30, 2025
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Photo credit- Dan Heary CCSU running back Elijah Howard cuts and loses balance on a run during Saturday’s game against the UConn Huskies at Rentschler Field.  By Rob Gullo NEFJ Correspondent  EAST HARTFORD — Just like last season, the Central Connecticut State University Blue Devils football team kicked off the football season with a tough loss to an FBS opponent. On Saturday, the Blue Devils were presented with unarguably the……

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Preseason Division 1 All-New England College Teams

August 29, 2025
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A new college football season is upon us. With the new season here, we give you our Division One Preseason All New England teams and Honorable Mention team. We are proud to present our 2025 All-New England Teams. First Team Offense QB: Jaden Craig, Harvard RB: Jayden Clerveaux, Holy Cross RB: Joshua Pitsenberger, Yale WR: Marquis Buchanan, URI, Jr. WR: Skyler Bell, UConn TE: Chris Corbo, Dartmouth, Sr. OL: Jude……

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