We all said the Pats were back with the Super Bowl run last season. But, the real indication of the franchise being ‘back’ – whatever your definition of it is – was highlighted even more when the 2026 schedule became official on Thursday night and the Patriots had a handful of prime time games. Whether you think it’s because of the Mike Vrabel situation, or Drake Maye’s ascension, or just…
Tabor Academy quarterback Peter Bourque commits to Virginia Tech
In a major coup for James Franklin and the Virginia Tech program, four-star quarterback Peter Bourque officially announced his commitment to the Hokies on Thursday.
The Tabor Academy standout, widely regarded as the top prospect in Massachusetts for the 2027 class, chose Blacksburg over elite competition from Georgia and Penn State. This decision marks a significant moment for Virginia Tech, as Bourque was the highest-rated uncommitted signal-caller in the country prior to his announcement.
MIAA football committee passes new playoff format with Super 8 included
File Photo A Super 8 tournament in football is one step closer to becoming a reality after the MIAA Football Committee voted 13-4 in favor of the proposal. The Tournament Management Committee will vote on it next. If the TMC passes it, it would then go to the MIAA Board of Directors for a final vote. The plan also extends the regular season a week, and cuts the number of…
Patriots to open season in Seattle against Seahawks
The Patriots are opening the 2026 season in Seattle in a Super Bowl LX rematch against the Seahawks. It is the first time since 2016 that two teams that matched up in the Super Bowl are opening the next season. That game featured the Panthers visiting the Broncos. Seattle beat the Patriots 29-13 in a dominate performance by the Seahawks defense. Spoiling Seattle’s Super Bowl celebration and getting revenge will…
Patriots to play Lions in Germany
Courtesy of the New England Patriots The Patriots will take on the Detroit Lions in a Week 10 clash in Munich, Germany. Scheduled for November 15th at the iconic Allianz Arena, the home of FC Bayern Munich, this matchup serves as the final European stop of the season for the NFL. For the Patriots, this marks their second trip to German soil and their first ever visit to Munich, a…
Massachusetts Showcase Day recap – Milton Academy
MILTON, MA- Several of the most talented players in Massachusetts took the field on Tuesday at Milton Academy for their highly anticipated showcase day.
With several college coaches looking on, the Mustangs’ roster proved why it remains a focal point for collegiate recruiting in the Northeast.
Massachusetts Showcase Day recap – BB&N
By Mike Sidhly NEFJ Correspondent CAMBRIDGE – On Tuesday night, Buckingham Browne & Nichols took part in the now annual Massachusetts Showcase Day, with over 100 college coaches in attendance to watch hopeful recruits show off their skills. Head coach Mike Willey was pleased with the day’s effort from his players, and was grateful for the big turnout from college scouts who came from around the country, “Our guys work…
Massachusetts Showcase Day recap – Belmont Hill
BELMONT – New Belmont Hill head coach Frank Roche just wanted to make sure his guys had a chance. After he was hired away from Arlington High School, Roche’s new squad wasn’t on the initial Showcase Day list that was set for Tuesday. That changed within about an hour of the list being released. So, at 6:30 on a perfect spring night on campus, about 20 colleges were represented at…
Massachusetts Showcase Day recap – St. Sebastian’s
By Jared Keene NEFJ Correspondent NEEDHAM – Coaches and scouts from across the nation – and even Canada in the case of McGill – ascended upon St. Sebastian’s Tuesday evening, where the Arrows held their showcase as part of the Massachusetts Showcase Day. All in all, 23 players participated, first starting with some combine events before moving into positional drills for the remainder of the showcase. Sophomore DL/TE Ben Walker,…
Massachusetts Showcase Day recap – Phillips Andover
By Mukala Kabongo NEFJ Correspondent ANDOVER – It was a big day on Tuesday for new Phillips Andover head coach Ernie Adams. Adams – who served as linebacker coach last season and served as director of football research for the New England Patriots for 21 years – recently took over as head coach of the program for Trey Brown. So, Tuesday was his first taste of Massachusetts Showcase Day, with…