The Patriots held their sixth practice on Tuesday. It was a warm, humid day that challenged the players, coaches, fans and media alike. Despite the warm conditions, it was another productive practice for the team. Here are some observations from today’s practice. Offensive expansion: Today we saw the Patriots offensive install go to another level with the addition of quarterback runs and some built in RPO’s off the run game….
Linebacker Jack Gibbens is poised to make an impact for the Patriots this season
The Patriots linebacking corp needed an infusion of talent this off-season. The team signed free agent Jack Gibbens to a one year, $1.3 million dollar contract in March. Gibbens arrived in Foxborough after four seasons with the Tennessee Titans, where he played under Vrabel and earned respect—as well as the nickname “Dr. Gibby”—for his football intelligence and knack for making plays in key situations. The 6’3 242 pound linebacker has…
Patriots Pulse Training Camp Review: Day 5
Day 5 of Patriots Training Camp was the long awaited first day in pads. While the contact was thump level, there was still some physicality specifically during drills. The biggest story is the Christian Gonzalez injury but that aside, the Patriots had another solid practice. Adding the pads makes a big difference. We saw it and the players acknowledged it after practice. Here are some observations from Day 5. Christian…
New England has a ton of representation on East-West Shrine Bowl 1000 list
Ahead of college camps opening around the country this week, the East-West Shrine Bowl released its early list of the top 1000 prospects they’re keeping an eye on heading into 2025. New England has a ton of representation, with BC leading the way. The Eagles have a whopping nine guys on the list, while the Ivies, UMass and UConn are also on there. Here’s every New England name that made…
One thought for every Division One college football team in New England ahead of training camp opening
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Patriots’ 2025 Rookie Class Making Early Waves in Training Camp
Four days into training camp and the buzz around Foxborough isn’t just about the new coaching staff or the continued development of second-year quarterback Drake Maye. A significant portion of the early excitement stems from the impressive showing of the team’s 2025 rookie class, with several draftees and even some undrafted free agents making a favorable impression early on. Head Coach Mike Vrabel has emphasized a foundation built on effort…
Windsor QB Robinson commits to CCSU; Focused on winning state title senior year
By Rob Gullo NEFJ Correspondent NEW BRITAIN — The 2025 football season may not have started yet, but the Central Connecticut State University Blue Devils already have a home victory. Windsor High School senior quarterback Anthony Robinson announced his decision to commit to the Blue Devils on Saturday evening. “I’m very excited, the goal was always to play college football and to get a free education,” Robinson said following his…
Pats give fans reason to be encouraged in final practice before pads come on
If the buzz was at about a 6 on a 1-10 scale for the first day of training camp earlier this week, Saturday was absolutely a 10. About 45 minutes before practice was set to begin at 10:15, the stands behind Gillette Stadium were full. By the time stretching began and then indy drills followed, the hill was full and the all three ramps for overflow crowd were open with…
Keion White willing to use violence to ascend in new Patriots scheme
Coming off a season in which he finished with 5.5 sacks, Keion White is ready to take the next step in his development as a player. He wasn’t shy about that when meeting with the assembled media today. White is mature beyond his years and he has a quiet confidence about him. He is a stoned face assassin in many ways. He is all business and that demeanor has gotten…
Bradbury talks competing for job at center & learning McDaniels’ offense
It appears that veteran Garrett Bradbury and rookie Jared Wilson are going to be battling for the top center spot throughout training camp. Early on through the first few light days of practice, it’s clear that Wilson isn’t going to just concede the job to the vet. Bradbury knows it and is embracing that competition. “What Vrabel loves most is competition. That’s the best thing you can have for a…