While the staff has had a great run on 2026 recruits lately, the Eagles needed some ‘just in case’ help on defense after spring ball and they’ve gotten some with two linebackers and a defensive lineman so far. Both Daveon Crouch and Owen McGowan didn’t participate while taking it slow coming back from their injuries. Bryce Steele is back, but to what extent? Juan Zabal, Billy Van Pelt and Q……
A fierce leader at BC for the last few years, Arnold has the chance to help someone out with his versatility. Because he looks the part as a linebacker, people forget he has a safety background and the physicality to bing the boom from anywhere on the field. Before getting injured last year, Arnold had 40 combined tackles, a pick and two forced fumbles in seven games. In his five-year…
By Paul Vozzella NEFJ Correspodnent Time to join in on the thousands of mocks that have been done over the last few months… Round 1, Pick 4: OT Will Campbell, Louisiana State The Patriots finally get the left tackle they have been in dire need for several years now. Campbell has plenty of tape to prove he can anchor the left side of the line at the professional level. His…
By Paul Vozzella NEFJ Correspondent There is plenty of talent in the draft pool at the Edge position for all schemes. The Patriots have bigger priorities, but it never hurts to add more talent in the pass-rush game. Abdul Carter, 6’3 250, Penn State The Good: Athleticism pops off the chart. Great bend. High motor. Comfortable dropping back into coverage. Respects run game and tackles well. Plenty of variety as…
By Paul Vozzella NEFJ Correspondent The biggest need in the draft for the Patriots is clear; it’s tackle. All signs are pointing towards New England drafting one early and the first player on the list is seeming like the pick at No. 4 as we inch closer to the draft. Will Campbell, 6’6 319, Louisiana State The Good: Great fundamentals. Outstanding footwork. Mirrors rushers with ease. Hand placement is good….
By Paul Vozzella NEFJ Correspondent Before the start of free agency, the interior defensive line was one of the weakest position groups for the Patriots. Not anymore. New England swooped in and signed Milton Williams to anchor the front line and Christian Barmore seems ready to roll, but there’s no certainty he will be able to return to his former self in full. With Mike Vrabel now at the helm, how…
By Paul Vozzella NEFJ Correspondent The wide receiver position is obviously still in need of an upgrade for the Patriots heading into the start of the NFL Draft on Thursday night. Here’s a deeper look into several intriguing options New England could end up with, including the name everyone’s talking about: Travis Hunter, 6’0 188, Colorado The Good: Raw prospect with uber-athleticism. Tracking skills and ability to high-point catches stands…
Silver took home the CAA Defensive Player of the Year award in 2024, as well as First Team All-CAA and All-New England Team honors. He was also a finalist for the Buck Buchanan Award, presented to the FCS national defensive player of the year. He was also a semifinalist for the Ted Hendricks Award, which honors the top defensive end among all levels of college football. Plain and simple, Silver…
By Ryan Barry NEFJ Staff AMHERST – A warm afternoon at McGuirk Alumni Stadium was the setting for the unofficial start of a new era as the 2025 UMass football spring game took place in Amherst between Team Maroon and Team White. Using a mostly traditional format of four quarters and a running clock, Team Maroon outlasted Team White 18-17 in what was a very entertaining event. While every program…
The Trapilo name has been well-known in these parts for a long time after a stellar career at BC High, but it’s about to be even more nationally-known. Trapilo is almost a lock to be taken anywhere from late in the first round to early-to-mid second round of the NFL Draft this coming weekend and he’ll be a steal for whoever snags him. At 6’8,” 316lbs., Trapilo has the ability…