The University of New Hampshire has officially turned to a familiar and highly decorated hand to lead its football program through a sudden period of transition. Director of Athletics Allison Rich announced on that Scott James has been named the interim head football coach for the Wildcats. The move follows the resignation of Rick Santos, who stepped down to accept the head coaching position at the University of Pennsylvania.
Patriots defense knows it needs to be aware of former Everett star Likely at all times on Sunday
Image courtesy of Hudl FOXBOROUGH – Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry, Zay Flowers, Mark Andrews. We all know the names that could cause problems for the Patriots when it comes to the Ravens’ offense on Sunday night. But, one guy that doesn’t get nearly enough attention is former Everett star Isaiah Likely. Likely did get some national attention his first few years in the league – especially last season after catching…
Local CAA teams unveil 2026 schedules
The 2026 season is practically right around the corner. When you really think about it, once the portal closes at the end of January, it’s almost spring ball season, which means it’s almost training camp season and of course, that means it’s almost time for the regular season. On Tuesday afternoon, the CAA revealed its conference schedule for each team. Defending champ URI, UNH and Maine all released social media…
Connecticut Top 25 Poll – Final edition
Image courtesy of CIAC Sports By Rob Gullo & Andy Close NEFJ Correspondents It’s time to put a bow on the 2025 high school football season in the state of Connecticut. Greenwich (Class LL), New Canaan (Class L), Windsor (Class MM), Berlin (Class M), Hand (Class SS), and Sheehan (Class S) all captured state titles over the weekend. New Canaan completes a wire-to-wire run as the top team in our…
Anderson and Dailey hires illustrate O’Brien’s desire to tie recruiting and NFL development together
Bill O’Brien’s recent hirings of offensive line coach Kurt Anderson and wide receivers coach Joe Dailey illustrate that O’Brien not only values good coaches who can recruit, he also wants coaches who have NFL experience and can develop players,
Boston College hires Ryan Bartow as Assistant General Manager
Boston College Football is continuing to strengthen its operational and recruiting framework under Head Coach Bill O’Brien, officially announcing the hire of Ryan Bartow as the program’s new Assistant General Manager. Bartow joins the Eagles with two decades of extensive experience in recruiting and player personnel, positioning him as a crucial asset alongside recently hired General Manager Kenyatta Watson.
Penn introduces Rick Santos as George A. Munger Head Football Coach
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The University of Pennsylvania ushered in a new chapter for its storied football program today, formally introducing Rick Santos as the George A. Munger Head Football Coach. Santos, a proven winner and one of the most decorated players in FCS history, leaves his alma mater, the University of New Hampshire, to take the helm of the Quakers in the Ivy League.
UConn’s Skyler Bell Makes History as AP First Team All-American
STORRS, CT — University of Connecticut wide receiver Skyler Bell cemented his place in program lore today, earning a prestigious First Team All-American selection from the Associated Press (AP). Bell’s selection is a historic moment for the Huskies, as he becomes the first player in UConn football history to be named to the AP’s First Team.
Despite the ending, Gillette Stadium returned to playoff form vs. Buffalo
For the first time in a long time, Patriots fans woke up Monday morning lamenting a loss. It seemed as if New England would never lose again on the magical ride that’s been the 2025 season. But, Buffalo did what championship teams do, dominating the second half before finding a way to win a tough, old school division game on the road. The Patriots lost the chance to celebrate an…
O’Brien hires Kurt Anderson as offensive line coach and Joe Dailey as receivers coach
Boston College football head coach Bill O’Brien has moved swiftly to fill two vacancies on his offensive staff, reportedly hiring Kurt Anderson as the school’s new offensive line coach and bringing back Joe Dailey to coach the wide receivers.