New England high school preview — Week 11

November 15, 2023

Now we are at that point in the season where basically every game is a big one. We’ve got every MIAA postseason matchup in the eight divisions, plus out of state. Also, check out our NEPSAC bowl capsules. Let’s get to it. Division 1 St. John’s Prep vs. Andover — We knew Andover would be good this season, but did not necessarily think the Warriors woud be back here. At……

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Patriots release Jack Jones after rocky two-year stint

November 13, 2023

Well, that was awkward. After the incident this spring with Jack Jones at Logan Airport and then the past few weeks where he seemed to check out mentally, the troubled corner back is no longer a member of the Patriots. New England released Jones on Monday after he made the trip to Germany, but barely played in what seemed to be more punishment for he and JC Jackson taking the…

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Colts 10, Patriots 6 – End of an era? Pats, Jones put forth embarrassing display on worldwide stage

November 12, 2023

Image courtesy of Sports Illustrated How many more times can we call it a “new low” for the Patriots? The loss to a clearly tanking Washington team was supposed to be rock bottom. But, with the entire world watching on Friday morning as the Pats faced the Colts in Germany, Mac Jones threw yet another critical interception late, was sacked five times and benched for Bailey Zappe on the game’s…

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Scouting Indy from Belichick & Jones’ perspective

November 9, 2023

Image courtesy of NFL.com The Pats are off to Germany officially, flying out Thursday night. Before that though, Bill Belichick and Mac Jones both talked on Wednesday. At 2-7 and with the offense still sputtering aside from the Buffalo game – and even that wasn’t all too flashy – can the Pats flip the switch and get in the end zone more consistently against Indy? Can the defense get back…

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Belichick calls trip to Germany a ‘unique opportunity’ despite team’s struggles

November 8, 2023

Some may think this is the worst time possible for the Patriots to have to get on a plane Thursday and fly over to Germany while sitting at 2-7. Bill Belichick looks at it a bit differently. It seems as if there’s starting to be a bit of a ‘check out’ factor with some guys already and with the announcement on Wednesday morning that JC Jackson won’t be making the…

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Commanders 20, Patriots 17 – Pats fall to 2-7 as comeback bid falls short

November 5, 2023

Image courtesy of Charles Krupa/Associated Press FOXBOROUGH – Another Sunday, another backbreaking loss for the Patriots in a year that’s been full of them. Washington dominated in all three phases for the majority of the game, but New England had a chance to tie or win the game with a last-minute drive until a ball ricocheted off of JuJu Smith-Schuster’s hands and into the waiting arms of a Commanders defender…

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5 Match-Ups to Watch vs. the Washington Commanders

November 5, 2023

Courtesy of USATI The Patriots host the Washington Commanders at Gillette Stadium. It is a must win game for both teams if they want to salvage their season. The Patriots haven’t had many favorable match-ups this season but this is a game where they do. Let’s see if they take advantage of them. Here are five match-ups to watch in this game. David Andrews vs. Jonathan Allen: Andrews will have his…

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Patriots Game Plan – Washington Commanders

November 5, 2023

The Patriots host the Washington Commanders today at Gillette Stadium. Like the Patriots, the Commanders have been inconsistent on both sides of the ball. On paper, Washington has a more talented roster but they do not always play up to their ability. The Patriots can take advantage of their inconsistency with a good plan and execution. Here are three offensive and defensive keys. 1. Get Douglas 20 touches: Quite frankly,…

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As MIAA playoffs begin, Patriots players share their favorite high school football memories

November 3, 2023

With the MIAA playoffs in full swing this weekend, I thought it’d be a good time to get a bunch of Patriots players to talk about their favorite high school football memories, particularly in the postseason. After all, if not for people supporting them in the early stages of their careers, most pros wouldn’t be where they are today. High school football is really where dreams start to become a…

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From Holliston to NFL Network, Bridget Condon still has fond memories of her days as a Panther

November 2, 2023

Bridget Condon still remembers what Friday nights at Kamitian Field in Holliston look, sound and feel like. Condon, a 2011 graduate of Holliston High School, also played field hockey and lacrosse and ran winter track as a Panther. Now, she’s one of the key on-air personalities at NFL Network, but she’s never forgotten where her love for sports and ultimately football started. First, it was a magical night at Fenway….

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