Author: Kevin Stone
Patriots: Running backs continue to impress in second preseason game
For everyone like me who would rather watch a 38-35 game over a 24-21 game, we may be out of luck when watching the Patriots this season. I’m okay with it too if this is what it’s going to look like for the next six months or so. The Patriots offensive line and running backs were completely dominant on Thursday night in a 35-0 preseason win over Philadelphia. Now, in…
Patriots: It’s all good in Philly as Pats roll to 35-0 win
AP Photo/Chris Szagola) As far as preseason games go, this one was about as perfect as it gets. Aside from injuries to N’Keal Harry and Josh Uche, it was an ideal night for New England as the Patriots hammered the Eagles 35-0 in the second game of the preseason. The defense held Philadelphia to just 163 yards of total offense while Mac Jones (146 yards) and Cam Newton (103 yards,…
Patriots: What to watch for in the second preseason game on Thursday night
It’s rare that preseason games have a lot of meaning behind them, but Thursday night is a big one for the New England Patriots. There’s obviously still the quarterback competition, but with only one preseason game left until Miami preparation starts, the game against Philadelphia may be the most competitive, real football action the Pats get until that Miami game. The Giants are here for joint practices next week before…
Patriots: Wilkerson continues push for roster spot
Throughout training camp, Kristian Wilkerson has made sure people have noticed him. The speedy second-year wide receiver has made an impact in a bunch of practices. Whether it’s deep balls, crossers over the middle or a comeback, Wilkerson has shown the ability to separate, make a catch and then turn it into bigger play with his running ability when he has the opportunity. On Thursday night in his first game…
Patriots: Running backs show off versatility in win over Washington
No matter who the Patriots quarterback is this season, their job may be a lot easier. Not because of the wide receivers or tight ends they signed and not just because of their outstanding offensive line, but because this group of running backs may be one of the best in the NFL and it was on display Thursday night. Led by rookie Rhamondre Stevenson (127 yards, 2 TD’s, one for…
Patriots: In first bit of game action, Mac takes round one over Cam
If this were a prize fight, Mac Jones would be up 1-0 through the first round. After some see-saw days throughout training camp, Jones and Cam Newton took their competition to the game field on Thursday night for the first football game at Gillette Stadium since Tom Brady’s final game as a Patriot. New England beat Washington 22-13, but the only thing that mattered to the majority of the people…