Share this: HOUSTON — In some people’s minds, Tom Brady’s status as the greatest quarterback of all time is still up for debate. Mike Ditka and Ron Jaworski, both greats in their own rights, have no such doubt. The Hall of Fame coach and quarterback said unequivocally that the New England Patriots signal-caller is indisputably the best ever. Equally important to them is how Brady has handled his success and stardom with class. NESN.com’s Rachel Holt caught up with the duo at their annual Ditka & Jaws Cigar Party prior to Super Bowl LI. Hear their full interview in the video above. More Stories Source link
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Anthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson Saving Daniel Cormier Trash Talk For UFC 210
Share this: HOUSTON — Anthony “Rumble” Johnson is out for revenge, although you’d hardly know it based on his demeanor. Johnson stopped by Radio Row on Friday to talk with NESN.com’s Michaela Vernava about his upcoming fight against Daniel Cormier at UFC 210. Cormier recently has thrown some trash talk in Johnson’s direction, but Rumble was calm, cool and collected while discussing his opponent. Johnson, who lost to Cormier at UFC 187 in May 2015, is coming off three consecutive wins, including a 13-second knockout victory over Glover Teixeira at UFC 202 in August. His sights clearly are set on the UFC light heavyweight title. Check out the video above for more. Thumbnail photo via Tom Szczerbowski/USA TODAY Sports Images More Stories Source link
Brandon Marshall Praises Patriots’ WRs, ‘Third Man Crush’ Julian Edelman
Share this: When it comes to wide receivers in Sunday’s Super Bowl LI, most of the attention is on the Atlanta Falcons’ Julio Jones, and rightfully so. But the New England Patriots also have an impressive wide receiving corps. Just ask New York Jets wideout Brandon Marshall. During an appearance on FOX Sports 1’s “The Herd with Colin Cowherd” on Thursday, Marshall had some pretty high praise for the wide receivers from the Jets’ archrival. “I love their receivers,” Marshall told Cowherd, as transcribed by FOXSports.com. “I love Edelman. He’s my third man crush. He is Steve Smith. That’s who he is. But like Deion (Sanders) said yesterday, it’s like reverse racism. Because he’s white, he doesn’t get the love he deserves. We all come
Patriots Coach Bill Belichick Focused Only On Super Bowl, Not Retirement
Share this: The New England Patriots will aim for a fifth Super Bowl title Sunday when they take on the Atlanta Falcons at NRG Stadium in Houston. Patriots head coach Bill Belichick already has accomplished everything as an NFL coach, but retirement is far from his focus this week. Watch him explain in the “NESN Sports Today” video above, presented by People’s United Bank. More Stories Source link
Sarah Thomas Returns To Houston, Where Her NFL Officiating Career Began
Share this: Sarah Thomas made NFL history by becoming the first ever full-time female referee, and she’s back where it all started: Houston. Thomas’ first game as a ref came at NRG Stadium in Houston, where the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons are looking to make some history of their own Sunday in Super Bowl LI. NESN’s Rachel Holt caught up with Thomas on Radio Row this week. Check out the video above to hear more about Thomas’ incredible journey. More Stories Source link
Ben Watson Peeks Inside Bill Belichick’s ‘Matter Of Fact’ Pregame Speeches
Share this: HOUSTON — It’s been eight years since Ben Watson blocked and ran routes for the New England Patriots, but the veteran tight end hasn’t forgotten what it’s like to be a crew member on Bill Belichick’s tight ship. Watson, now of the Baltimore Ravens, joined NESN.com’s Rachel Holt on Super Bowl LI Radio Row to give some insight on what a Belichick pregame speech sounds like and to reflect on his six seasons catching passes from Tom Brady. Thumbnail photo via Tommy Gilligan/USA TODAY Sports Images More Stories Source link
Amanda Nunes Explains Why She Suddenly Apologized To Ronda Rousey
Share this: HOUSTON — Amanda Nunes has changed her tune. Nunes did plenty of trash-talking after defeating Ronda Rousey in December at UFC 207. The UFC women’s bantamweight champion apologized earlier this week, though, realizing that she was acting out of character by being critical of her most recent opponent. NESN.com’s Andre Khatchaturian caught up with Nunes on Thursday on Radio Row, where she explained in greater detail her change of heart. Check out their conversation in the video above. Thumbnail photo via Mark J. Rebilas/USA TODAY Sports Images More Stories Source link