X’s and O’s: 5 ways the Patriots could attack Aaron Donald

January 30, 2019

(Image courtesy of Alex Gallardo/Associated Press) The Patriots offensive line faces a hefty challenge on Sunday when having to block the Rams talented defensive line, especially defensive tackle Aaron Donald. Donald had an MVP caliber season in 2018 leading the NFL in sacks with 20.5. That is unheard of for a defensive tackle but it is not a surprise given Donald’s talent and how Wade Phillips uses him in his scheme….

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Patriots: Key members of the Rams you need to know

January 27, 2019

We kick off our Super Bowl coverage for this week by getting to know the Rams. Who are these guys? How have they been able to turn things around so quickly and become a title contender? Here is a break down of some of the key members of the Rams. GM Les Snead: Snead came to the Rams in 2012 from the Atlanta Falcons where he was Director of player…

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Patriots Draft: 10 prospects to watch at the Senior Bowl

January 26, 2019

Senior Bowl Saturday is upon us! Here are ten prospects playing in the game that would be good fits for the Patriots. Myles Gaskin, RB 5-10 191, Washington: Gaskin is a shifty undersized back who is similar to James White. He can plant, make a cut and get to the second level quickly as a runner. As a receiver, Gaskin is a smooth route runner who has good hands and……

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Patriots Rewind: Patriots 37 Chiefs 31

January 21, 2019

Game Rewind: The Patriots outlasted the Kansas City Chiefs 37-31 in one of the best AFC Championship games in recent memory. As a result, they earned their third straight trip to the Super Bowl. This will be the Patriots fourth trip to the Super Bowl in the last five years and their eleventh over all as a franchise. Here are five thoughts on the game. 1. The offensive game plan…

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Patriots: New England Patriots (12-5) at Kansas City Chiefs (13-4)

January 20, 2019

Opening Drive: The Patriots travel to Arrowhead Stadium to battle the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship game. The Patriots are 3 point underdogs which is rare given the Patriots playoff history but they were 3-5 on the road this season so it is understandable. The Patriots have used the underdog role as motivation and while the rest of the country is sick of seeing them in the AFC…

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Patriots: AFC Championship game match ups

January 20, 2019

The AFC Championship game will be a match up of the old guard versus the new guard if you will. It will feature the largest age gap between staring quarterbacks in a championship game in NFL history. Tom Brady is 41, Patrick Mahomes is 23. While the Chiefs may have home field advantage, the Patriots have some positional advantages. Here is how the two teams match up by position and…

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Patriots Rewind: Patriots 41 Chargers 28

January 15, 2019

Game Rewind: The Patriots jumped out to a 35-7 lead in the first half en route to 41-28 win over the Chargers. New England silenced any doubters who thought this might be the end of their dynasty. Here are thoughts on the game. 1. Sony, Sony, Sony!! The rookie running back was terrific in his playoff debut rushing for 129 yards and three touchdowns. Michel was the centerpiece of the…

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Patriots Playoff Preview: Los Angeles Chargers (13-4) at New England Patriots (11-5)

January 13, 2019

Opening Drive: The Los Angeles Chargers visit Gillette Stadium to battle the Patriots in what should be a terrific match up between two future hall of famers in Tom Brady and Phillip Rivers. The Chargers and Patriots are meeting in the playoffs for the fourth time. The San Diego Chargers beat the Boston Patriots in 1964 while the Patriots beat the Chargers in 2006 and 2007. Here are three keys…

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Patriots: Josh McDaniels is staying in New England for the 2019 Season

January 10, 2019

Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels announced on Tuesday that he is not taking anymore head coaching interviews and that he plans on staying in New England for the 2019 season. McDaniels interviewed for the Green Bay Packers opening last week but the Packers settled on Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Matt LaFleur on Monday. McDaniels was the presumed front runner for the position but the Packers opted to go with the…

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Patriots Pulse Recap: Patriots 38 Bears 31

October 22, 2018

Game Rewind: The Patriots needed all three phases to come through for them in 38-31 win over the Bears. The offense, defense and special teams all made key plays in this game. As a result, the Patriots secured their first road win of the season. Here are five thoughts on the game. 1. Specials Teams Were Special: You could make the case that this was the best special teams performance…

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