Seven Points on the Patriots at the bye

November 20, 2023

The Patriots have a bye week this week. At 2-8, they are tied for the worst record in the league. They have not been this bad since 2000.  1. Unexpectedly bad: I don’t think anyone saw this coming. We all thought the Patriots would much improved after last season’s disappointing 8-9 record. Instead, they have been far worse. The offense is a bigger mess than last season, they are undisciplined…

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Patriots waiving Jack Jones was a statement move and the right move

November 13, 2023

The Patriots have waived cornerback Jack Jones. The news comes as no surprise as Jones had a tough off-season after he tried bringing a gun on a plane at Logan Airport. He has also struggled with injuries and inconsistency this season as well.  Jones only played 10 snaps in yesterday’s loss to the Colts and his playing time had decreased in recent weeks.  The Patriots drafted Jones in the fourth…

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Seven Points on the Patriots 10-6 loss to the Colts

November 12, 2023

The Patriots lost an ugly game this morning to the Indianapolis Colts, 10-6. It was the low point in a season full of low points.  Here are seven thoughts on the loss. 1. Offensive and special teams coaching was bad- I thought Bill O’Brien made some peculiar calls throughout the game. Why when you are pinned inside your 10 yard line, do you run a four verts play action pass?…

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5 Match Ups to Watch vs. The Indianapolis Colts

November 12, 2023

The Patriots take on the Colts in Germany. There are several match ups that will determine the outcome of today’s game. Here are the five match-ups we think you should focus on. 1. Jonathan Jones vs. Michael Pittman: Jones will have his hands full with the 6-4 225 pound Pittman. He is a big target who can create problems, especially in the red zone. The Patriots will have to double…

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Patriots Game Plan- Indianapolis Colts

November 12, 2023

The Patriots face off against the Indianapolis Colts in Germany on Sunday morning. The Colts will be a tough match up, despite their 4-5 record. On paper, they are the more talented team especially at the offensive skill positions. Here are three things the Patriots need to do on offense and three things they need to do on defense in order to win this game. Offense 1. Simplify the passing…

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Patriots Four Downs Preview: Indianapolis Colts (4-5) at New England Patriots (2-7)

November 11, 2023

Kickoff: The Patriots are playing the Indianapolis Colts in Frankfurt, Germany. The game will be broadcast state side at 9:30 am. New England is coming off of another frustrating loss, this time to Washington Commanders, 20-17. The Colts, are coming off a 27-13 over the Panthers.  Here are four keys for the Patriots in this game. 1st Down: Defense needs to be great- The defense wasn’t good enough to win…

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Jonathan Kraft is right, the Patriots aren’t good enough

November 6, 2023

Image courtesy of Associated Press/Telegram & Gazette By Jon Lyons NEFJ Correspondent Video of Jonathan Kraft appearing to say “We’re not good enough” during Sunday’s loss to the Commanders has gone viral and added to the sense of dread already surrounding the Patriots. New England sits at 2-7 after nine games and has found a variety of ways to lose, from blowouts, to turnovers, to not getting feet in bounds,…

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The season is over. The Patriots are a bad football team playing out the string

November 6, 2023

Nov 5, 2023; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr (8) runs the ball for a touchdown during the first half against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports FOXBOROUGH- I think it is safe to say that the Patriots season is officially over after yesterday’s 20-17 loss to the Washington Commanders. Remember when we were saying after the Buffalo win…

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Seven Points on the Patriots 20-17 loss to the Commanders

November 5, 2023

The Patriots dropped to 2-7 on the season after their 20-17 loss to the Washington Commanders. Mired by another slow start, the Patriots came from behind to take the lead in the second quarter but the defense could not hold it and the offense struggled once again. The Patriots are to Germany on Thursday ahead of their game against the Colts in Frankfurt. Here are seven points from today’s loss….

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