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Patriots Sign 1st Round Pick Chandler Jones

By ⋅ May 23, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

The Patriots have signed one of their first round picks, defensive end Chandler Jones. Terms of the deal, of course, aren’t disclosed. But under the new CBA, Jones’s contract is four years in length with an option for a fifth year. Jones, who comes from Syracuse, is listed at 6’5″ and 266 pounds. He will [...]

Video: Brandon Lloyd Beats Bryant McKinnie in 77-Year Tennis Match

By ⋅ May 10, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

Confused yet? Yep, so were we. But, we wouldn’t share something unless we actually thought it was worth it. (It’s kind of funny and it’s relevant, of course…I mean, Brandon Lloyd is now a Patriot). And while I know I kind of spoiled the video with the headline, it’s still worth your time:

Junior Seau Dies in Apparent Suicide

By ⋅ May 2, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

Legendary NFL linebacker Junior Seau died Wednesday at his California home due to gunshot wound to the chest. Police are investigating his death as a suicide. He was 43. “He had a legendary NFL career and his unrivaled passion for the game quickly made him a fan favorite here in New England,” the Patriots said [...]

Patriots Trade Up, Draft Chandler Jones and Dont’a Hightower

By ⋅ April 26, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

After trading with the Bengals for the 21st pick, the Patriots selected Chandler Jones, Defensive End from Syracuse. Listed at 6’5 266 lbs, Jones is a tremendous athlete who will step in at starting defensive end for Mark Anderson, who left in free agency go to Buffalo. Despite being injured five games last years and [...]

Was Wes Welker’s Contract Dispute Avoidable?

By ⋅ April 25, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

On Wes Welker, let me be clear that regardless of his size, leaping ability or big play capability, I think I am in agreement with all Patriots fans – that I want this guy on the team. I also think the Patriots should come up with an offer that works for the Patriots. They have [...]

The Felger & Mazz Agenda: Not Fact Or Opinion

By ⋅ April 20, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

A year and a half ago when the ratings at WEEI began to falter, Michael Felger and Tony Massarotti offered something refreshing. It was an alternative to what had become the Big Show’s stale rhetoric on WEEI. Also, by starting out as an FM station and adding the Bruins broadcast rights, 98.5 immediately gained street [...]

Patriots 2012 Draft Report: Nick Perry, USC

By ⋅ April 19, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

Nick Perry, DE, USC Height: 6’2 Weight: 271 40: 4.64 2011 Stats: 54 tackles, 9.5 sacks, 13 tackles for loss Overview: Though only a full-time starter his final year, Nick Perry was a solid contributor to USC in all of the three years he played. As a freshman and sophomore he was used as a [...]

Patriots 2012 Schedule Includes Jets Game on Thanksgiving

By ⋅ April 18, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

For even more proof that the NFL rules the world, the schedule release for each team is topping sports news across the country. In Boston, it’s no different, even with the Red Sox and Celtics both in action on Tuesday. So, who’s on the 2012 Patriots schedule?

Patriots 2012 Draft Report: Harrison Smith, Notre Dame

By ⋅ April 13, 2012 ⋅ One comment

Harrison Smith, Safety, Notre Dame Height: 6’2 Weight: 213 40: 4.57 2011 Stats: 90 tackles, 3 TFL, 10 Pass Deflects Overview: The 3-year Fighting Irish starter Smith has been on an up and down ride on his way to the NFL. After and impressive senior year in which he recorded 91 tackles and seven interceptions, [...]

A Restructured Contract for Ochocinco

By ⋅ March 25, 2012 ⋅ One comment

After failing (miserably) to live up to expectations last season with the Patriots, it is no surprise that Chad Ochocinco has agreed to restructure his contract for the upcoming season. Ochocinco lowered his base salary from $3 million to $1 million, ensuring him a spot at the Patriots training camp this summer. Of course, it was re-structure, re-locate, or re-tire. [...]

The New God Squad? Tim Tebow Could Get Traded to Patriots

By ⋅ March 18, 2012 ⋅ 2 comments

With all the talk this NFL offseason being about who will win the Peyton Manning sweepstakes, three teams are reportedly the front runners for #18′s services. San Francisco, Tennessee and Denver are the three names that pop up most frequently. Manning worked out with the Titans on Saturday afternoon, which only fueled talks of the [...]

Patriots Sign WR Brandon Lloyd

By ⋅ March 18, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

Free agent WR Brandon Lloyd has been connected to joining the Patriots since the end of the regular season. Now all the talk has been confirmed as New England inked the veteran receiver to a three-year deal worth $12 million. Lloyd has bounced around the NFL for the better part of last decade playing for [...]

Patriots Place Franchise Tag on Wes Welker

By ⋅ March 6, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

It was refreshing to hear Wes Welker discussion and not have it be about whether or not he should have caught that Brady pass in the 4th quarter of the Super Bowl. Monday, as was speculated, Wes Welker was given the franchise tag by the New England Patriots. The Patriots waited until the final hours [...]

Sports Hub Once Again Tops WEEI in Latest Ratings

By ⋅ March 5, 2012 ⋅ 9 comments

The January Arbitron numbers were published last week by Chad Finn of the Boston Globe and once again, 98.5 The Sports Hub came out the big winner. This is technically the “winter book” of ratings and the primary sports topic during this time was the New England Patriots. Both WEEI and the Sports Hub benefited [...]

Report: Patriots “Likely” to Use Franchise Tag on Wes Welker

By ⋅ February 25, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Patriots will use their franchise tag on free agent wide receiver Wes Welker. Schefter reports the two sides have been discussing a long-term contract, but the Pats will use the tag before the March 5 deadline, if needed. Obviously, this isn’t so surprising, but by slapping Welker with the [...]

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