Image courtesy of the New England Patriots The offensive line has been a source of consternation in recent years for the Patriots. Injuries, inconsistency and bad coaching have turned what was one of the best units in the NFL for a long time into a liability. The Patriots have attempted to address the offensive line in both the draft and free agency but they have had mixed results. 2022 first…
Northeast 7v7 East regional wrap-up
PEABODY — On a sunny day at Bishop Fenwick, BB&N won the open division, and Swampscott won the small, as each program had strong performances. There were over 30 teams in attendance, and it was just a good day of 7-on-7. This was BB&N’s second regional win of the summer, with a South title at Xaverian last week. The Knights were led by QB Damon Taylor, RB Bo MacCormack, WR……
Northeast 7v7 Central regional wrap-up
FITCHBURG — The Northeast 7v7 Central regional had about 25 teams, and although it was a smaller group of teams, there was no shortage of talent on display. In the end, Lawrence Academy claimed the title in a 28-22 win over West Springfield. It was one of the best 7-on-7 games of the summer, with both teams making outstanding plays. Here are some of the teams that stood out. Lawrence……
Patriots Positional Preview: Outside Linebackers
Continuing with the LB’s, here’s a look at what the Pats currently have for outside guys… Under Contract: Matthew Judon, Anfernee Jennings, Joshua Uche, Raekwon McMillan, Christian Ellis, Steele Chambers, Oshane Ximines, Jontrey Hunter Position breakdown: It’s a crowded room, so behind Matthew Judon, Josh Uche, Anfernee Jennings and Raekwon McMillan, it’ll be quite a camp battle to see who can earn a spot or at least stay on the…
Patriots Positional Preview: Inside Linebacker
Rolling along with our position previews before camp starts Wednesday by taking a look at both the inside and outside backers for the Pats. It’ll be two separate pieces, so let’s start with the guys inside first… Under Contact: Ja’Whaun Bentley, Jahlani Tavai, Sione Takitaki, Joe Giles-Harris Positional breakdown: Fans may not realize it, but your new veteran linebacker leaders are now Ja’Whaun Bentley and Jahlani Tavai. Bentley is entering…
Pirates end regular season with a disappointing 44-24 loss to Tulsa
Courtesy of the IFL/Tulsa Oilers It wasn’t the finish to the regular season the Pirates we’re hoping for. Massachusetts dropped the season finale to the Tulsa Oilers 44-24. Tulsa has traditionally played the Pirates tough in their short history. Despite being 3-0 against the Oilers all-time, the Pirates only beat them 23-22 at home on May 25th. The Pirates opened the scoring on a field goal by Henry Nell to…
Northeast 7-on-7 East Tournament Preview
Shane Eason is one of the players to watch in today’s Northeast 7 on 7 East Regional The Northeast 7 on 7 rolls on today with the East Regional. Here are some thoughts on each pool. Open Division Pool 1 Stacked pool with Woburn, BB&N, Masco, Andover and Lynn Classical. This will be a good pool to watch. Plenty of quarterback talent and skill. Andover’s Dom Papa and BB&N’s Damon……
UFL Draft offers four local college prospects another shot
The UFL Draft was held on Wednesday and several local college prospects were drafted. It is important to point out that many of the rookies drafted are already on NFL rosters heading into camp. The players in the UFL draft pool were eligible for the 2024 NFL Draft but were not selected and signed as undrafted free agents with teams. A player must be at least three years removed from…
Spotlight on rookies as they report for training camp
Images courtesy of the New England Patriots It is hard to believe but Patriots rookies reported for training camp today. The spotlight will be mostly on quarterback Drake Maye however, the class as a whole will be under scrutiny as the Patriots look to turn things around under first year coach Jerod Mayo. The Patriots only drafted one defensive player, cornerback Marcellas Dial out of South Carolina in the sixth…
Catching up with former Bishop Hendricken standout Rushaune Vilane
Courtesy of Rushaune Vilane We had a chance to catch up with former Bishop Hendricken standout Rushaune Vilane about his commitment to Kentucky and his career at Bishop Hendricken. Here is what Rushaune had to say. NEFJ: Why Kentucky? What made you decide to commit to the Wildcats? RV: “The reason I chose Kentucky is it just felt like home right when I got there. Everyone was friendly and nice…