While the offense and defense certainly deserved plenty of criticism for the year UMass had in 2025, special teams is of course part of that too. Special teams often flies under the radar during seasons like that because there are so many other problems much bigger than the execution of the kick off, punt and field goal units. But, the lack of a return and coverage game, along with just…
5 observations from our spring visit with CCSU
Image courtesy of Rob Heary By Rob Gullo NEFJ Correspondent NEW BRITAIN — The Central Connecticut State University Blue Devils will look to three-peat as NEC champions, but they have a long road ahead before the start of the season. The Blue Devils, who have won seven-plus games in each of the last two seasons, head into this season facing arguably more work than the last two seasons in figuring…
Brian Lee is stepping down at King Philip after 21 seasons
King Philip Head Coach Brian Lee is stepping down after 21 seasons. Asked why he was stepping away, Lee simply said it was time. “I’ve accomplished everything I set out to do at KP. All that work and constant battles with outside forces takes a toll, and I’m tired. It was time.” Lee took over the program in 2005 and after three lean years, turned the program in 2008 with…
Wolf holds pre-draft press conference on Monday
FOXBOROUGH – Inside the still-coming-along, but already beautiful New Balance Athletics Center next to Gillette Stadium on Monday, Eliot Wolf held a pre-draft press conference 10 days from the first day of the NFL Draft. New England is obviously in a much different position this season picking at No. 31, so there’s a lot of things on the table. Wolf talked moving around the board, AJ Brown (sort of) and…
Potential Patriots: Oscar Delp, TE, Georgia
Courtesy of Georgia Athletics Oscar Delp HT: 6’5 WT: 245 lbs School: Georgia Delp has good size and athleticism but when you look at his college production, he is still figuring out how to reach his football ceiling. He has above-average speed and body control for his frame, which shows in his route running and when he has a runway after the catch. He plays with physicality in all areas……
Potential Patriots: Chris Bell, WR, Louisville
Chris Bell is a physically imposing wideout who serves as a reliable target in the Cardinals’ passing attack. Known for his combination of size and functional athleticism, he excels as a “big slot” or outside threat capable of winning through contact. His game is built on a foundation of toughness and technical consistency, making him a versatile asset who contributes significantly both as a pass-catcher and a perimeter blocker.
Patriots Draft Needs: #2 Offensive Tackle
As the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, the New England Patriots face a critical juncture in their roster construction. With a young franchise quarterback to protect, the tackle position remains a primary focus for the front office and coaching staff. After a season that saw the offensive line struggle with consistency and depth, the draft offers a deep class of athletic, high-ceiling blockers who fit the mold of what New England looks for in their anchors. Specifically at right tackle which will be the target in this draft after drafting Will Campbell at left tackle in last year’s draft.
5 observations from our spring visit with New Haven
NEW HAVEN — After playing last season in its transition year in the NEC, the University of New Haven Chargers football team is ready to tackle the 2026 season as a full member of the NEC. The Chargers finished their 2025 season with a 5-5 record in their first season as a Division I program.
Harvard spring game recap
CAMBRIDGE – The winds of change have swept through Harvard over the last few years, but the program has largely remained the same. Andrew Aurich has been able to continue the historic success Tim Murphy achieved with the Crimson for so many years, and the ring ceremony following the spring game on Saturday was just a small example of it. On the field throughout a blustery morning inside historic Harvard…
UConn spring game recap
By Andy Close NEFJ Correspondent EAST HARTFORD — The score read 69-58 in favor of the Blue Team over the White in UConn’s spring game on Saturday, but that was of little to no consequence. In what could be described as essentially an open practice at Rentschler Field, first-year head coach Jason Candle’s Huskies were able to culminate their spring work with a glimpse into the future. “I’m really proud…