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Mayo hires Alex Van Pelt as Patriots’ offensive coordinator

February 1, 2024
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According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, former NFL QB and most recently the Browns OC Alex Van Pelt will be the new offensive coordinator for the Patriots. Van Pelt played for the Buffalo Bills from 1995-2003, appearing in 31 games and starting 11. He threw for just under 3,000 yards and 16 touchdowns. After his playing career, Van Pelt began coaching in 2005 as a ‘volunteer offensive quality control assistant.’…

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10 Candidates for the Boston College Football job

February 1, 2024
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Jeff Hafley resigned as head coach of the Boston College Eagles to become the defensive coordinator of the Green Bay Packers on Wednesday night. The move came as a surprise but according to sources, Hafley had been pondering a move to the NFL for weeks. Now Boston College athletic director Blake James needs to move fast to find his replacement. James announced last night that the school will begin a…

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One month into 2024, the New England football scene looks much different

February 1, 2024
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We often tell people there is no offseason with New England Football Journal, but even we can’t believe how much has already happened in the last four weeks or so. We’re 31 days into 2024 and things have completely turned upside down. First, Holy Cross head coach Bob Chesney leaves after an incredible run with the program, winning five straight Patriot League titles and restoring the pride back in the……

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Two down, one to go; Pats hire new special teams coordinator

January 31, 2024
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Image courtesy of the Los Angeles Rams Jerod Mayo’s still got some work to do filling out his first staff as head coach of the Patriots, but he took another step in finishing the process on Tuesday. The Cam Accord reign of terror is over, as Jeremy Springer is set to take over the special teams coordinating duties as first reported by Ian Rapoport. Springer spent the last two seasons…

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Flowers’ uncharacteristic mistakes in AFC title game will serve as valuable lessons

January 29, 2024
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(AP Photo/Julio Cortez) In his rookie season, Zay Flowers came as advertised for the Baltimore Ravens. Unfortunately, his stellar first year will be remembered for two extremely uncharacteristic errors from the usually calm, cool and collected receiver at the worst possible time. Down 17-7 in the final minute of the third quarter of the AFC Championship on Sunday, Flowers had a 54 yard catch and run down to the KC…

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Patriots’ receiver Kayshon Boutte facing illegal sports betting charges

January 25, 2024
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Image courtesy of ESPN According to WAFB 9 – a news station in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, former LSU wide receiver and now second-year Patriots receiver Kayshon Boutte is in some hot water over gambling accusations. WAFB reported that Boutte was arrested on Thursday on charges relating to illegal online gaming. “Boutte turned himself in on charges of Computer Fraud, a felony, and a misdemeanor count of Gaming Prohibited for Persons…

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Mayo provides some insight into offseason vision

January 22, 2024
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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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