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Mayo provides some insight into offseason vision

January 22, 2024

Getty Images Despite the whole still not technically having a GM thing (although he’s probably in the building already), apparently the Patriots are planning a big roster shakeup this offseason. During an interview with The Greg Hill Show (Greg Hill, Jermaine Wiggins & Courtney Cox) on Monday morning, new Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo talked about a number of things, including quite a different approach to roster building than everything…

Winds of change sweep through Foxborough as Mayo takes over

January 17, 2024

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FOXBOROUGH – Six days ago, there was a bit of ‘we’re at a wake’ feel as media members filed in for the Bill Belichick-Robert Kraft press conference to end an era. On Wednesday, there was a more exciting, almost festive mood as 17-20 TV cameras and dozens of reporters, former teammates, present players and family members made their way into the giant lighthouse and up to the new G-P Atrium…

Bill Belichick interviews with Falcons

January 16, 2024

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Image courtesy of the Atlanta Falcons Former Patriots coach Bill Belichick has interviewed with the Atlanta Falcons. The team announced the interview last night. It is a well known fact that Falcons owner Arthur Blank has a genuine interest in Belichick and with several openings out there, including potential openings in Dallas and Philadelphia, Blank wanted to meet with Belichick first. Falcons have interviewed Bill Belichick for their head coach…

NEFJ Division 1 College All-New England Teams

January 16, 2024

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It was yet another terrific college football season in New England with some terrific performances at the Division One level. As always, several players wrapped up great seasons and great careers. So after several conversations as a staff and some deliberation, here are our All-New England teams and honorable mentions. First Team Offense QB: Matthew Sluka, Sr. Holy Cross RB: Dylan Laube, Sr. UNH RB: Jordan Fuller, Jr. Holy Cross…

Stone: Fan reaction be damned, Kraft’s call was the right one

January 11, 2024

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FOXBOROUGH – It was time. There will always be a segment of the fan base that believes getting rid of Bill Belichick was the wrong move. They may be proven right depending on which direction the Patriots organization goes over the next 10-20 years. Despite that, Robert Kraft knew a change was needed if this team was in fact going to turn the page on The Dynasty. Most of those…

Segel: Kraft knew it was time to make a change based on past experiences

January 11, 2024

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By Alan Segel FOXBOROUGH—Patriots owner Robert Kraft and now former head coach Bill Belichick came through the door just before noon on Thursday to announce to the assembled media and Patriots nation watching what was already known. Bill Belichick, after 24 years, would no longer be the leader of the 6-time Super Bowl Champions. The departure was announced as “mutually agreed to part ways” Bill Belichick spoke first and then…

Belichick provides a thoughtful goodbye in final press conference

January 11, 2024

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FOXBOROUGH – Fittingly, Bill Belichick’s statement during a joint press conference with Robert Kraft on Wednesday afternoon was brief and to the point. Both Belichick and Kraft each had a statement that lasted about five minutes in a jam-packed room full of cameras and reporters. Kraft was scheduled to answer questions later in the day and Bill did not take questions. “Robert and I – after a series of discussions…

Catching up with Zevi Eckhaus following his commitment to Washington State

January 9, 2024

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Image courtesy of Bryant Athletics Former Bryant quarterback Zevi Eckhaus announced on Saturday night that he has committed to Washington State University. After three seasons on Smithfield, he heads west with the hopes of getting the opportunity to start at a Power 5 school. Eckhaus completed 238 of 379 passes (62.8%) for 2,907 yards, 28 touchdowns and seven interceptions, He leaves Smithfield as arguably the school’s most prolific passer. He…

Belichick sets the table for his next coaching job

January 9, 2024

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Before all you Bill Belichick supporters get all excited about the possibility of him returning to the Patriots next season, you might want to curb your enthusiasm. In his season ending press conference on Monday morning, Belichick proclaimed that he would do what’s best for the team in regards to giving up personnel control. This surprising comment was not just meant for the Kraft family and the Patriots organization, it…

Future of Mac Jones adds to critical offseason for Patriots organization

January 8, 2024

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As soon as the locker room doors opened to the media for one final time Monday morning during the team’s ‘breakup day,’ Mac Jones’ locker quickly became the first stop on everyone’s final tour of the room this season. About 35 reporters and cameramen and camerawomen flocked to and then huddled around it, waiting for the former Pats starting quarterback to appear and speak, possibly for one last time as…

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