UConn coach Jim Mora speaks about Bill Belichick, transfer portal

December 12, 2024

On Thursday, UConn coach Jim Mora participated in a Zoom call leading up to a December 27 Wasabi Fenway Bowl against North Carolina. Of course, UNC is the next destination for former Patriots coach Bill Belichick. During the Zoom call, most of the discussion was around both that, and the comings and goings of the transfer portal. When asked about Belichick, Mora was extremely complimentary of him. “I think it’s……

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UConn announcers 10 transfer additions

May 29, 2024

UConn coach Jim Mora announced that the Huskies added 10 transfers at the end of the spring semester who will join the team for the 2024 season. The transfers are split evenly with five on offense, and five on defense. The Huskies brought in two wide receivers, and a quarterback, as these players could provide immediate help. In alphabetical by last name, here are the players. Ezeriah Anderson, Wide Receiver,……

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Former Springfield Central offensive lineman Jayden Bass commits to UConn

May 13, 2024

Former Springfield Central all-state performer and Syracuse offensive lineman Jayden Bass has committed to UConn.  Bass made the announcement last night on social media. He entered the portal on April 26th and two weeks later, he found a new home in Storrs. Bass was recruited by offensive line coach and offensive coordinator Gordie Sammis. He had several offers while he was in the portal but chose to stay closer to…

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5 Observations from UConn Spring Ball

March 31, 2024

On a day where the basketball team was the center of attention, we focused on the football team in our annual spring visit with the UConn Huskies.  After a disappointing 3-9 season, there were changes this off-season. Offensive coordinator Nick Charlton left for the Cleveland Browns. Head Coach Jim Mora recently appointed offensive line coach Gordie Sammis as his replacement. Mora also hired Matt Brock as the defensive coordinator.  Brock……

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One month into 2024, the New England football scene looks much different

February 1, 2024

We often tell people there is no offseason with New England Football Journal, but even we can’t believe how much has already happened in the last four weeks or so. We’re 31 days into 2024 and things have completely turned upside down. First, Holy Cross head coach Bob Chesney leaves after an incredible run with the program, winning five straight Patriot League titles and restoring the pride back in the……

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UConn announces its 2024 schedule

January 25, 2024

UConn released its 2024 football schedule on Wednesday. Here is the schedule and some thoughts on it. 2024 UConn Football Schedule August 31               at Maryland September 7          vs. Merrimack September 14         at Duke September 21        vs. Florida Atlantic September 28        vs.  Buffalo October 5               vs.  Temple October 19             vs. Wake Forest October 26             vs.  Rice November 2           vs. Georgia State November 9            at UAB November 23         at Syracuse November……

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