I got a chance to catch up with former Minnechaug stand out Dajzuan Johnson about his recent decision to transfer from UNH and commit to Wake Forest.
Merrimack adds former UMass quarterback A.J Hairston in the transfer portal
Courtesy of A.J Hairston The Merrimack College football program has secured a pivotal piece for its future offensive success on Wednesday, as former University of Massachusetts quarterback A.J. Hairston officially announced his commitment to the Warriors via the transfer portal. The move brings a high-upside signal-caller with FBS starting experience to North Andover, providing head coach Mike Gennetti and his staff with a physically gifted athlete capable of leading the……
Ayden Pereira commits to Georgia State
Former Merrimack and Maine signal-caller Ayden Pereira officially committed to Georgia State on Sunday. The New Hampshire native and former Central Catholic standout arrives in Atlanta as a mid-year enrollee with multiple years of eligibility remaining. Pereira brings his dual-threat capabilities to the Sun Belt Conference.
Coaching matchup In Sunday’s AFC Divisional Round contest pits a pair of true alphas
By John Sapochetti NEFJ Contributor One of the most used phrases in football is, “It’s not about the X’s and O’s, but the Ja’Marr’s and the Joes.” Sorry for the editorial license, I couldn’t resist. While being poetic and partially true, coaching does have a massive impact in the fortunes of a football team. To prove that point, look to the sidelines on Sunday at 3:00 when the 15-3 New…
Connections between Patriots & Texans run deep
Former Patriots executive and coach Nick Caserio leads the Texans organization (Courtesy of the Houston Chronicle) The Houston Texans beat the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday night, 30-6 to advance to the Divisional Round of the AFC Playoffs. The Patriots will take on the Texans at 3 pm on Sunday. There are plenty of former Patriots staffer and players from the Belichick era currently employed by the Texans. The return to…
Chaisson has become important piece of the Patriots puzzle on & off the field
By Alan Segel NEFJ Contributor FOXBOROUGH — A hero is often defined as a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements or noble qualities. If you ask people who their hero is, you will get different answers that range from family members to athletes to political figures. And yes, back decades and years people did have heroes in politics. Patriots’ linebacker K’Lavon Chaisson had a hero; his…
Patriots add veteran pass rusher Darrell Taylor to practice squad
USATI FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – The Patriots are adding a veteran presence to their defensive front as they prepare for the postseason. The team announced on Wednesday that they have signed defensive end Darrell Taylor to the practice squad. In a corresponding move, the Patriots released running back Elijah Mitchell from the practice squad. The timing of the signing is particularly notable; Taylor joins New England just days after being released…
MHSFCA Announces All-Division Teams for 2025
The Massachusetts High School Football Coaches Association announced their Divisional All-State Teams for 2025.
The players were selected after a rigorous process which included nominations from MHSFCA member coaches and statistical and film review. In addition, this year the MHSFCA added a specialist position to recognize kickers, punters and returners.
The days of ‘tomato can’ playoff opponents are over
Image courtesy of Sports Illustrated As the Houston Texans defense quickly pulled away from the Steelers on Monday night, one thing was clear. During the initial glory days of the dynasty and then on the back end, the playoff run was often referred to as a ‘March of the Tomato Cans’ when it came to caliber of opponents. The Pats would automatically host and win the Divisional Round game before…
Offensive guys sing praises of Patriots defense after shutting down Chargers
Getty Images FOXBOROUGH – Football is the ultimate team sport and the Patriots win over the Chargers is proof of that. Most of the onus this season has been on Drake Maye and the offense, but on Sunday night, the defense took center stage in a dominant performance against the Chargers. The Patriots defense sacked Justin Herbert 6 times, forced three fumbles and recovered one and held the Chargers to…