Bill Belichick met with the media on Monday morning and answered questions regarding this past season and his future with the organization. Belichick was candid in his assessment of this past season and how it was a failure. He sounded like a coach who was planning on returning, reiterating that he is under contract next season and that he will do his job. By the end of the press conference…
Seven Points on the Patriots 17-3 loss to the Jets
AP Photo/Michael Dwyer The Patriots 2023 season ended in disappointing fashion with a 17-3 loss to the New York Jets. The loss snapped the Patriots 15 game winning streak against New York and it put a bow on one of the most disappointing and frustrating seasons in team history. The team faces several questions as they embark on the off-season, most notably the future of Bill Belichick who is not…
Jets 17, Patriots 3 – On snowy day in Foxborough, Pats’ loss closes worst season since 1992
FOXBOROUGH – January 7, 2024 may forever be remembered as Bill Belichick’s final game as head coach of the New England Patriots, and it won’t be a pleasant memory. The offense had one final dud left in a year full of them, putting up just 119 yards and six first downs in an ugly 17-3 loss to the Jets to finish off a disastrous 4-13 season, the worst for the…
The NEFJ 2023 MIAA All-State Team
What a year. It was highlighted by some amazing players. This is our attempt to honor the best ones, as we did three full teams and an honorable mention. As is always the case, we can’t highlight every single player. There will be some we leave out. Please do not take that as disrespect. We respect every player who suits up. So without further ado, here is our NEFJ 2023…
Patriots-Jets Live Chat
We’re live in what could be Bill Belichick’s last game as coach of the Patriots. Comment on the game and anything else (Bill Belichick) in the comments section. Patriots first possession: 1st & 10 from their 25 Three and out. Zeke was open but he saw Whitehead out of the corner of his eye. Not the start the Patriots needed offensively but not surprising either. 63 yard punt by Baringer….
5 match-ups to watch vs. the New York Jets
The Patriots host the Jets in the final game of the season. It has been a disappointing season for both teams and they will look to close things out with a win. Weather will be a factor, placing even more of an emphasis on match-ups and capitalizing on them. Here are five match ups to watch. 1. Patriots defensive line vs. the Jets offensive line: The running game will take center…
Patriots Game Plan- New York Jets
The Patriots host the Jets in what could be Bill Belichick’s final game as head coach of the Patriots. The weather will be a factor as it is expected to snow during the game. That means longer cleats and pounding the football offensively. Defensively, it is all about gap control and winning the line of scrimmage. Jets running back Breece Hall present a stiff challenge as the Jets are expected…
Patriots Four Down Preview: New York Jets (6-10) at New England Patriots (4-12)
Kickoff: The Patriots host the Jets in the season finale and what could also be Bill Belichick’s last game as head coach. Both teams are coming off of losses last week. The Jets lost to the Browns while the Patriots lost to the Bills, 27-21. Here are four keys to the game for the Patriots. 1st Down: Deal with the weather: The weather will be an issue as the region…
Rams add two more transfers in Cooper and Helm
The Rhode Island Rams added two more transfers on Friday to bring their total to 10 transfers this off-season. Jordan Cooper, a guard transfer from Northwestern State played in 16 games for the program including 6 games this season. Offensive line coach Eddy Morrisey is looking forward to adding Cooper to the offensive line room. “Jordan is a big, strong, athletic player that will help us continue the tradition of…
What NFL insiders are saying regarding Bill Belichick’s future
Bill Belichick’s future seems to be the hottest topic in the NFL right now and several NFL insiders have the latest speculation circulating around the league. Here is what they are saying. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport According to Rapoport, he does not envision the Patriots firing Belichick on Monday. “Robert Kraft says we’re just going to move on and fires Bill Belichick… That seems highly, highly unlikely.” Rapoport does envision…