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Patriots defensive coordinator Terrell Williams talks about his recent health scare

May 9, 2025

New England Patriots defensive coordinator Terrell Williams recently experienced a health scare that has required him to work remotely from his home in Detroit on doctor’s orders for the past few weeks. Mike Vrabel broke the news on Friday prior to Patriots rookie mini camp kicking off. After practice, Williams spoke to the media via Zoom and addressed his health. Williams confirmed he had a “medical scare” but emphasized that…

Recapping Mike Vrabel’s press conference; Here are some of the highlights

May 9, 2025

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Courtesy of Kevin Stone/NEFJ Patriots coach Mike Vrabel met with the assembled media on Friday ahead of the first rookie mini camp practice. Vrabel discussed several topics related to the team’s rookie minicamp and he gave an unexpected health update on defensive coordinator Terrell Williams in his opening statement. Here are some of the things Vrabel touched on. Rookie Acclimation: Vrabel emphasized the goal of getting the rookies acclimated to…

Conley excited about the opportunity to play for his favorite team growing up

April 29, 2025

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Image courtesy of Jack Conley When the New England Patriots signed former Boston College offensive lineman Jack Conley on Saturday night, they made his dream of playing in the NFL a reality. What made it even more special for the New Canaan, Connecticut native is that he is getting his shot with the team he grow up rooting for. “It is unbelievable. I actually grew up with the Patriots and…

Patriots Draft: Simulating the five most likely outcomes for pick No. 4

April 22, 2025

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Every team in the NFL simulates a series of mock drafts in the weeks leading up to the NFL Draft. They play out all of the different scenarios that could take place. Patriots coach Mike Vrabel acknowledged last week that the team has been running through their simulations recently. Here are five simulations regarding the fourth overall pick and what the Patriots may do and the logic behind it. Simulation……

Patriots Draft: Translating what Mike Vrabel said at his pre-draft presser

April 17, 2025

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Q: With the draft a week or so away, I was curious if you have received many, if any, calls from teams looking to move up to number four? MV: Well, I’d say it’s probably a little early for that. In my experience, probably a little early for those conversations. A lot of those happen next week as we get a little closer to the draft. I think there’s still……

Diggs signing is a positive step in the right direction. Let’s see if the Patriots can make it work

March 29, 2025

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The Patriots surprised the NFL on Tuesday by signing perennial pro bowl wide receiver Stefon Diggs to a three year, $69 million dollar contract. $26 million of it is guaranteed. The total break down of Diggs contract is as follows. Remember, it is important to look at the real money. • $16.6M fully guaranteed. • $22.6M injury guarantee. • $18.5M base pay in ’25. • $3.4M in per-game roster bonuses…

Patriots release LB Sione Takitaki, re-sign C Ben Brown and OT Demontrey Jacobs

February 21, 2025

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The Patriots released veteran linebacker Sione Takitaki on Wednesday and signed center Ben Brown to a one year deal worth $1.3 million dollars on Thursday. The team also re-signed right tackle Demontrey Jacobs to a one year, $960,000 dollar deal. MassLive’s Mark Daniels was the first to report the signings. Takitaki’s release is no surprise as the veteran linebacker struggled to stay healthy and even when he did play, he…

Patriots could have more money with projected increase in salary cap

February 19, 2025

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It appears the Patriots may have more salary cap space to work with than originally thought. According to ESPN’s Dan Graziano, the NFL informed teams on Wednesday that the “2025 per-team salary cap will fall in the range of $277.5 million to $281.5 million.” That is a substantial increase from last year’s $255.4 million. The expected cap projection for this year was roughly $275 million. The Patriots could have as much…

Patriots Journal for 2/9/25

February 9, 2025

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It is Super Bowl Sunday but we are solely focused on the Patriots and the latest happenings around the team. Here ten thoughts on the week that was for the Patriots. Super Bowl Sunday is here. Super local flavor: Super LIX has a lot of local connections to both the area and the Patriots. Chiefs Senior Vice President of Football Operations and Strategy Chris Shea is a Belmont native and B.C…

Patriots staff is experienced on offense but lacks the same experience on defense

February 8, 2025

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Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports The Patriots officially announced their staff on Wednesday and while there is a good blend of experience and a diverse blend of backgrounds, the offensive side of the staff is far more experienced than the defensive side. The offensive staff features Josh McDaniels, who we all know his pedigree around here and Doug Marrone who was the former head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars and has…

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