CONNECTICUT – On a perfect spring day in the Northeast, the area’s best high school prospects were allowed to show off and show out in front of hundreds of college football coaches from around the country. From dozens of Power Five programs to ample DIII staff, there was a coach and a program for everyone. Amongst the marathon that was the day, nine Connecticut, and one Massachusetts schools took the……
Patriots sign four rookie free agents, release Vaughn
The New England Patriots announced today that they have signed four rookie free agents: RB Terrell Jennings, G Ryan Johnson, LB Jay Person and Australian DE Jotham Russell. The Patriots will receive a roster exemption for Russell as an International Pathway Program player. All four players attended the Patriots rookie mini-camp this past weekend. In a corresponding move, the Patriots released veteran running back Ke’Shawn Vaughn. Terrell Jennings, 23, played…
Former Springfield Central offensive lineman Jayden Bass commits to UConn
Former Springfield Central all-state performer and Syracuse offensive lineman Jayden Bass has committed to UConn. Bass made the announcement last night on social media. He entered the portal on April 26th and two weeks later, he found a new home in Storrs. Bass was recruited by offensive line coach and offensive coordinator Gordie Sammis. He had several offers while he was in the portal but chose to stay closer to…
Don’t read too much into what Mayo said about Drake Maye. It’s early
The reaction to Patriots coach Jerod Mayo’s comments regarding Drake Maye have been the talk of this past weekend’s rookie mini-camp. Mayo met with the media prior to Saturday’s practice and he was asked about his early impressions regarding Drake Maye. “Early impressions of Drake? Look, he has a lot to work on. A lot to work on. But I have no doubt that he will put the time in….
Hockomock League Showcase a success in first year
MILFORD — The Hockomock League has been sending players to college football for as long as it has existed. But for the first time, on Sunday, the league got in the showcase game. At Milford High, the league held the Hockomock Showcase, where 93 players from around the league performed in front of 37 colleges. It was a rare opportunity to show your stuff in front of coaches from every……
Takeaways from Patriots rookie minicamp
For the first time in a long time, the local media got to watch the Patriots rookies for just under an hour on Saturday morning on the second and final day of rookie minicamp. 40 players total – draft picks, UDFA’s and camp invitees were all in Foxborough on Friday and Saturday getting their first taste of NFL life. While there wasn’t too many actual live football situations to learn…
Pirates Preview: Massachusetts Pirates (5-1) at Iowa Barnstormers (1-5)
The Pirates and Barnstormers will meet for the second time this season. Massachusetts won the first meeting at home on 54-29 on April 12th. The Pirates lead the all-time series 4-2. Here are three keys to the game for the Pirates. 1. Pound Thomas and Robinson: The Pirates rushing attack has been one of the best in the IFL. Tavion Thomas is averaging 69.5 yards per game. Jimmie Robinson is…
Patriots name Eliot Wolf Executive Vice President of Football Operations
The Patriots general manager search lasted all of six days as the team announced this afternoon that Eliot Wolf has been named the team’s new Executive Vice President of Football Operations. The news is not a surprise as Wolf was expected around league circles to be named the new head of football operations. Wolf’s responsibilities will include the overall direction of the personnel department, the management of the salary cap…
New Patriots tight end Jaheim Bell reflects on game against BC last season
Back on September 16, 2023, new Patriots and former Florida State tight end Jaheim Bell got some bad info. Bell – a Florida native – had never been as far north as Boston when the Seminoles and Eagles played in the Red Bandana game on national television. So, when someone told him it was going to be cold (I mean, I know it’s New England, but no chance it’s below…
Joe Griffin transfers to Wisconsin
It did not take long but former Springfield Central and Boston College wide receiver Joe Griffin has found a new home. He is transferring to Wisconsin. Griffin made the announcement last night on social media. Griffin entered the portal on April 12th. After a month of being in the portal, he has found a new home at Wisconsin. During his two years at B.C, Griffin had 18 catches for 234…