By Tyler Amaral NEFJ Staff 2025 MIAA Preseason Top 25 Xaverian – The reigning two-time Division 1 champions deserve the top spot. Catholic Memorial – Could easily be in the one spot. Knights have plenty of returning talent. St. John’s Prep – Christopher Vargas is poised for a monster sophomore season. Springfield Central – Central features arguably the top backfield in the state in Jareth Staine and Isaiah Rogers. King…
Top 15 interstate match-ups this season in New England
Landon Husereau vs. Jonny Donovan is one of the top quarterback match ups in the region. The interstate schedule has some exciting match ups. Many of the games on this list were played last season and are rematches. Some of the games are new and on a one year deal. Either way, these games should be competitive match-ups that highlight the competitive state of New England High School Football. Here……
Day One of joint practices with the Vikings was a mixed bag for the Patriots
Courtesy of David Berding/Getty Images The Patriots and Vikings kicked off their first of two joint practices on Wednesday in what was a competitive and energetic practice. The Patriots defense had a strong showing, while the offense had both impressive plays and some struggles, particularly with pass protection. We knew going in that the offensive line could struggle against the Vikings multiple defense. Patriots Defense Shines The Patriots’ defense set…
24/7 rates Vargas a 5-star recruit & the No. 2 quarterback in the Class of 2028
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Vrabel gives insight into the push for Maye to lead more
Prior to the first of two joint practice with the Vikings in Minnesota on Wednesday, Mike Vrabel met with the media. One question in particular from NBC Sports Boston’s Phil Perry drew an interesting response regarding Drake Maye’s leadership and leadership as a whole. We’ve all seen the Forged in Foxborough clips where Vrabel’s encouraging Maye to go celebrate with teammates or talk to them during a brief break. Vrabel…
What to watch for in joint practices between the Patriots and Vikings
Courtesy of the Minnesota Vikings 1. Handling the Vikings pressure: Both quarterback Drake and the offensive line will have their hands full against the Vikings multiple defense. Old friend Brian Flores runs an aggressive, attacking defense which utilizes a lot of bluff and simulated pressure. Maye has to win in pre-snap with his decision making and adjust post snap when he gets a different look. He needs to be on…
Preseason Maine, Top 25 High School Football Poll
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Patriots veterans who could be released or traded before the season
After 14 training camp practices, a lot has transpired in terms of players stock rising and failing. Several veteran players in particular are on the bubble and could be traded or released before the start of the season. Here are some of the Patriots veterans being mentioned as potential cut or trade candidates: Kyle Dugger (S): Despite being a team captain and signing a significant contract last offseason, Dugger’s role…