NEFJ picks – Week 10
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Jonathan Kraft is right, the Patriots aren’t good enough
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,…
The season is over. The Patriots are a bad football team playing out the string
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…
Seven Points on the Patriots 20-17 loss to the Commanders
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….
Patriots-Commanders Live Chat
Patriots, Commanders live chat is up. Join the conversation by commenting in the comments section. COMMANDERS RECEIVE THE OPENING KICK-OFF Commanders first possession Washington goes three and out after the big punt return by Gibson. Patriots first possession Patriots using Demario Douglas as a decoy a bunch early on jet motion. Like we said in our game plan. Offensive line doing a good job in pass protection so far. Patriots…
Patriots Four Down Preview: Washington Commanders (3-5) at New England Patriots (2-6)
Kickoff: The Patriots host the Washington Commanders today at Gillette Stadium. Washington comes in with a record of 3-5. The Commanders lost to the Philadelphia Eagles last week, 38-31. Washington blew a double digit lead in the loss. New England lost to the Dolphins 31-17 dropping their record to 17-42 all-time in Miami. Four Downs: (Four keys to the game) 1. Throw the ball early: Washington traded away both Chase…
Old friends Josh McDaniels and Dave Ziegler fired by the Raiders
The Las Vegas Raiders have fired former Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels as head coach. McDaniels lasted a season and a half in Sin City after signing a six year contract in January 2022. Ziegler, who was hired simultaneously as general manager was also let go. Ziegler was previously in the Patriots front office. McDaniels ousting is not a surprise as the team stumbled out to a 3-5 start. There…
Patriots stand pat at the trade deadline
The NFL Trade Deadline has come and gone and the Patriots did not make a trade for the third straight year. The Patriots have several unrestricted free agents that could have moved but are staying. Safety Kyle Dugger, guard/tackle Mike Onwenu, EDGE, Josh Uche, running back Ezekiel Elliott, offensive tackle Trent Brown, safety Jalen Mills and tight ends Mike Gesicki and Hunter Henry are on expiring contracts but none of…
The Patriots will not sell off, so uncross your fingers
The NFL trade deadline is today. At 2-6, many are expecting the Patriots to be a potential seller. With the playoffs a long shot, New England should be open for business but as we have said all along, that is highly unlikely given Bill Belichick’s track record. The Patriots have several impending free agents. Safety Kyle Dugger, tight ends Hunter Henry and Mike Gesicki, wide receiver Kendrick Bourne, offensive tackle…