The Patriots scored 28 points in the second half en route to a 38-15 win over the Cleveland Browns. The Patriots led 10-6 at the break but the offense, defense and special teams took the game over in the second half, enabling them to pull away and win in blow out fashion. Here seven points on the Patriots win today 1. Thornton makes an impact: Rookie wide receiver Tyquan Thornton…
Image courtesy of David Richard/AP Sunday was a tough afternoon for those that heavily critiqued Bill Belichick’s 2022 draft. Rookie quarterback Bailey Zappe thew for over 300 and two touchdowns in his second career start, while draft classmate Tyquan Thornton scored his first two career touchdowns – one receiving one rushing – and the Patriots cruised to a 38-15 win over the Browns. The defense also held the highly hyped…
Cleveland Browns all world defensive end Myles Garrett is back and how the Patriots deal with him today will go a long way in determining whether or not they win today’s game. Garrett has been out the past few weeks but is back today and licking his chops to get a piece of rookie quarterback Bailey Zappe and add him to his quarterback sack list. The Browns have struggled mightily…
By Tony Catalina NEFJ Correspondent Kickoff: The New England Patriots roll into Cleveland looking to build upon an impressive home win against the Detroit Lions and will need another complete game on all three phases to do so. The Browns on the other hand are in the midst of a two game losing streak and are desperately looking to get back into the winning column. Both teams are a game…
By Mason Sousa It’s like the old saying goes ‘It’s not who you play it’s when you play them.’ A below average opponent that has significant players dealing with injuries might be enough reason alone for Bailey Zappe to play in his 3rd consecutive NFL game. Bill Belichick was asked during the Wednesday press conference “Is Mac Jones the starter when he’s ready to go? “We’ll see where he is…
Our staff picks for Week 6. Patriots at Browns John: The Patriots have an old school formula that is working right now. They’re running the ball and playing great D. Give me the Pats in a close one. Kevin: I’m in on Zappe. Pats by 10, 24-14. Adam: Pats keep building momentum. College Brown at Princeton John: Bears are much improved but still no match for the Tigers. Princeton wins…
Image courtesy of Stew Milne-USA TODAY Sports For the first time in his six year career, Deatrich Wise Jr. became a captain of the Patriots this summer. Wise Jr. is a mild-mannered guy off the field who wears a constant smile on his face. On any given day, Wise is willing to talk with anyone who walks by his locker. He always seems genuinely happy to just be in the…
Image courtesy of Patriots.com When Matt Judon signed with the Patriots prior to the 2021 season, he was signed to be a disruptive force. For much of last year, he was just that, but faded towards the second half of the season. Well, it appears Judon is right back to his old ways after dominating the Lions on Sunday afternoon and the NFL recognized it on Tuesday. Judon was named…
One of the most entertaining stories in recent New England memory has been the play of Bailey Zappe the past two weeks. The third-string rookie came into the Patriots game at Lambeau Field after Brian Hoyer’s injury and almost led them to a win against the Packers. He followed that up by winning his first start against Detroit on Sunday. It has been fun, but before you call in sick…
Image courtesy of the New England Patriots One of the most well known phrases used by Patriots head coach Bill Belichick throughout his time with the organization has been “availability is the best ability.” On Sunday afternoon, Belichick coached in his 400th game here in New England, continuing to lead by example when it comes to that statement. To put it in perspective, former Dolphins head coach Don Shula coached…