The Florida Gators have kicked off spring practice and they are “chomping” at the bit to lay the foundation for a great 2017 season. Florida is without quarterback Luke Del Rio and they have to replace several key starters on defense but the Gators will be in the mix in the SEC East.
By John Sarianides The Patriots signed linebacker Dont’a Hightower to a four year, $43 million dollar contract. The deal includes $19 million guaranteed. That is a lot of money for an inside linebacker but the Patriots value Hightower for what he does for them in their fronts and pressure packages. He is an integral part of their defense. Hightower was rumored to have gottten a $12 million dollar a year…
Here is the first clip of Belichick narrating a World War II documentary on D-Day. Belichick has an appreciation of military history. He grew up at the Naval Academy where his father Steve was a coach and recruiter. Belichick has a great appreciation of our armed forces and he loves history. That is why he chose to do the documentary. I think he sounds pretty good.
By John Sarianides It has been a busy day when it comes to the Patriots. Between the stories surrounding Dont’a Hightower and Malcolm Butler and the signing of running back Rex Burkhead, the Patriots are once again grabbing the headlines. 1. Hightower Hits Pittsburgh: Dont’a Hightower visited the Steelers today and according to sources, the Steelers made Hightower an offer. The offer did come with a stipulation. Hightower had to…
Led by defensive end Harold Landry. The Eagles are looking to build on a strong finish in 2016 with a solid spring. By John Sarianides Boston College will open spring practices tomorrow morning at the Heights. The Eagles are coming off of a 7-6 season which featured season ending victories against Wake Forest and Maryland in the Quick Lane Bowl. The Eagles will be returning 16 starters in 2017 including…
I know some people find Fleck to be annoying but I have to tell you, I love his energy at practice. He is always on the go. He coaches his ass off. Isn’t that what its about? Giving the same effort to your players that you expect out of them. It will take some time but Fleck has the passion and personality to turn Minnesota into a contender in the…
By John Sarianides The Patriots need to strike while they have available cap space and get deals done with linebacker Dont’a Hightower and cornerback Malcolm Butler. If the objective is to win a third Super Bowl in four years, then it is imperative that Bill Belichick finds a way to get a deal done with both players. Belichick doesn’t necessarily need to do anything with Butler because he is going…
By John Sarianides Bill Belichick is like that boyfriend who doesn’t want to take the next step in a relationship. He doesn’t want to make a long term commitment to someone. Like most people who are afraid of commitment, Belichick is always on the lookout for someone better. It is that fear of long term commitment that has made the Patriots the most successful franchise in NFL history. Belichick treats…
By John Sarianides The Patriots signed free agent defensive end Lawrence Guy to a four year, $20 million dollar contract on Saturday. The 26 year old Guy was drafted in the 7th round of the 2011 draft by the Green Bay Packers. Guy has played for the Colts, Chargers and Ravens in his career. He has been a career rotation player but he did make ten starts for the…
By John Sarianides The Patriots acquired wide receiver Brandin Cooks and a fourth round pick (#118) from the New Orleans Saints last night for a 1st round pick (#32) and a third round pick (#103). The acquisition of Cooks gives the Patriots a much needed vertical threat that can make big plays after the catch. They haven’t had a receiver that can consistently challenge coverage vertically since Randy Moss. Cooks…