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Have you looked at what’s out there? Firing Bill Belichick may not be the solution

October 13, 2023

In a story published earlier this week by The Athletic’s Jeff Howe, Patriots owner Robert Kraft would not hesitate to fire Bill Belichick. The story cited Kraft displeasure with this season thus far and the overall direction of the franchise as the reasons he would part ways with Belichick. Both are valid concerns but moving on from Belichick is far from a slam dunk. Have you looked at what’s out there…

Robert Kraft, Stanley Morgan, Bucko Kilroy named semifinalists for Pro Football Hall of Fame.

July 12, 2023

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The NFL Hall of Fame announced on Wednesday the 60 Senior Candidates, Coaches and Contributors for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Among them are Patriots Owner Robert Kraft, former Patriots wide receiver wide receiver Stanley Morgan and former Patriots scout and executive Frank “Bucko” Kilroy. The Hall of Fame 12-person Seniors Committee narrowed down a list of eligible player nominees to 31 Semifinalists who will advance to the next…

Is getting Brady Day out of the way early a favor for Mac Jones?

May 11, 2023

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Image courtesy of New England Patriots & NEFJ The big news around this area on schedule day was that Tom Brady is coming back for the home opener. When the Patriots host the defending NFC Champion Eagles at 4:25 on September 10, the GOAT will be recognized on what is sure to be an emotional day in Foxborough. To me, it feels way too early. Think about when the Red…

Bill O’Brien addresses a variety of topics in his first meeting with the media

April 18, 2023

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New Patriots offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien answered several questions today in his first meeting with the local media since being hired in January. https://twitter.com/newftbj/status/1648367647002705920?s=46&t=0-klhPVppXQ66vGpXhGesA O’Brien spoke for almost ten minutes and addressed a variety of topics from being back in New England to his assessment of Mac Jones to moving on from last season. Jones was a popular topic as you can imagine. O’Brien was asked right out of the…

Dante Scarnecchia being inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame as a contributor is a fitting end to a great career

April 7, 2023

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Patriots owner Robert Kraft surprised former offensive line coach Dante Scarnecchia at yesterday’s Patriots Hall of Fame nomination committee meeting by announcing that Scarnecchia will be inducted as a contributor into the team’s Hall of Fame. The ceremony is to be held later this year. https://twitter.com/patriots/status/1644121054124851200?s=46&t=0-klhPVppXQ66vGpXhGesA The news caught Scarnecchia off guard but it is not a surprise. Scarnecchia was an integral part of the organization for 34 years and…

5 reasons why the Patriots should not trade for Lamar Jackson

March 30, 2023

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Patriots owner Robert Kraft told the media on Monday that Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson told rapper Meek Mill that he wants to play for the Patriots. Meek Mill and Kraft are friendly and Kraft shared that little nugget with the assembled media. The comment sent Patriots fans into a frenzy. The prospect of Jackson playing for the Patriots conjured up dreams of Super Bowl contention once again. The problem…

Is Mac Jones the QB of the future? Organization seems split

March 27, 2023

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The owner’s meetings are underway this week and both Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft spoke on Monday. Bill was in midseason form, clearly getting annoyed with questions while Kraft was his usual calm, cool and collected self. A number of things were discussed by both guys, but the most important thing discussed was the future of Mac Jones as the Patriots quarterback. It seems as if Belichick and Kraft are…

McCourty makes retirement official with ceremony at Gillette Stadium

March 21, 2023

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Another chapter to the story that is the 20-year Patriots dynasty was closed on Tuesday afternoon. With about 30 current players and coaches on hand inside The Hall at Patriots Place, Devin McCourty was joined by his family as he made his retirement official in a beautiful ceremony that lasted about an hour and included some stories from Bill Belichick, a few remarks from Mr. Kraft and two different video…

Stone: Making the case for Brady’s return following news of O’Brien hire

January 24, 2023

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Image courtesy of Matthew O’Haren/USA TODAY Sports Tom Brady, quarterback of the New England Patriots in 2023. Has. nice ring to it, doesn’t it? Whether you think he’s over the hill or believe he still has good football left in him (like I do), you’ve got to admit, it immediately brings back the memories. But in reality, is it all that crazy to think he could end up back here?…

Patriots release statement regarding Mayo extension talks & pursuit of new OC

January 12, 2023

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Image courtesy of Fox Sports The Patriots were rather un-Patriot like on Thursday night. Right around 7 P.M., the team released a statement that said the following: “The New England Patriots and Head Coach Bill Belichick have begun contract extension discussions with Jerod Mayo that would keep him with the team long-term. In addition, the team will begin interviewing for offensive coordinator candidates beginning next week.” The news on Mayo comes…

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