It was yet another terrific college football season in New England with some terrific performances at the Division One level. As always, several players wrapped up great seasons and great careers. So after several conversations as a staff and some deliberation, here are our All-New England teams and honorable mentions. First Team Offense QB: Matthew Sluka, Sr. Holy Cross RB: Dylan Laube, Sr. UNH RB: Jordan Fuller, Jr. Holy Cross…
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Former Holy Cross quarterback Matthew Sluka is transferring to UNLV
Image courtesy of Holy Cross Athletics In a surprising move, former Holy Cross quarterback Matthew Sluka has reportedly committed to UNLV. This according to both On3 Sports and 24/7. After weeks of speculation that Sluka might ultimately join former coach Bob Chesney at James Madison but he opted to head west and play for Barry Odom. Odom needs a quarterback after Mountain West Freshmen of the Year Jayden Maiava transferred…
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UMass’ Walker sees first hand how much respect program is gaining nationally
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The Krafts wanted their team back, now the onus is on them
It appears that the only man who will not working for the Patriots this season is Bill Belichick. Anyone who else who has been associated with the Patriots struggles the last four years is somehow still employed by the organization. Belichick was the fall guy for the Patriots decline and rightfully so. However, he was not the only one to blame. His supporting cast was part of the problem as…
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Michigan’s title reminds us what New England talent is capable of
Sixteen players. Those are the 16 players on the University of Michigan who either are from Massachusetts or Connecticut, or played some portion of their high school careers in those states. That New England nucleus helped set the table for Michigan to win the national championship last Monday, when the Wolverines earned a 34-13 victory over Washington. Those players were: defensive back Mike Sainristil, edge rusher Josaiah Stewart, wide receiver……
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Coker reflects on highlight reel Hula Bowl experience
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Patriots waiting to hire a general manager is a mistake
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Patriots are going to take their time hiring a GM and may not address the position until after the draft. For now, it apoears that Matt Groh and Eliot Wolf will be running the front office and handling free agency and the draft. It is not uncommon for teams to do this but it is not recommended especially if you are team that is…
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Curran building staff of elite recruiters, but even better people
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Patriots Draft: Scouting the New England prospects in today’s Hula Bowl
The college all-star game circuit kicks off today with the Hula Bowl. Several New England College draft prospects are going to be playing in today’s game. Here are the New England prospects playing today and what we can expect. Elijah Jones, CB, 6-1 181, Boston College: Jones has terrific length and he plays with good hands and can re-route receivers in press coverage. Jones plays with good lean and is……