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Patriots Scouting Report: Dealing with Myles Garrett is a headache but there are ways you can slow him down

October 16, 2022
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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…

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Patriots Four Down Preview: New England Patriots (2-3) at Cleveland Browns (2-3)

October 16, 2022
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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…

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Patriots: Our first look at the Cleveland Browns

October 15, 2022
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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…

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NEWFTBJ Staff Picks for Week 6

October 14, 2022
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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…

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Patriots: Deatrich Wise Jr. is a natural for his new role as captain

October 14, 2022
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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…

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Patriots: Judon wins AFC Defensive Player of the Week for second time in his career

October 12, 2022
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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…

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Patriots: Patriots should stick with Mac Jones as their starting quarterback

October 12, 2022
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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…

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Patriots: Bill Belichick leading by example with 400th game as HC of the NEP

October 10, 2022
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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…

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Patriots Rewind: 7 Points on the Patriots 29-0 win over the Lions

October 10, 2022
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The Patriots beat the Detroit Lions 29-0. It was a good win all around as the Patriots played well in all three phases. Here are seven points on the Patriots big win yesterday. 1. Defense dominates: The defense was dominate yesterday. Yes the Lions had their chances in the red zone but when the Patriots needed to buckle down and get a stop, they got it. Matthew Judon had two…

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Patriots: Patriots defense dominant in 29-0 shutout

October 9, 2022
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AP Photo/Michael Dwyer The New England Patriots defense was flat out dominate today. It is the only way you can put it. They held the league’s number one offense to 312 total yards in a 29-0 win. Shutouts in every level of football are hard to come by so when your defense gets one, it should be celebrated. The Lions had their chances in this game but whenever the defense…

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