by Zack Cox on Sun, Dec 2, 2018 at 10:43PM FOXBORO, Mass. — The New England Patriots found an unexpected solution to their goal-line issues Sunday: Just hand the ball to James Develin. Never known for his ball-carrying abilities, the Pro Bowl fullback was an unlikely offensive hero in Sunday’s 24-10 win over the Minnesota Vikings, scoring the third and fourth touchdowns of his seven-year NFL career on a pair of goal-line plunges. “Honestly, I’ve never dreamt about a game ... NESN.com
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Tom Brady Injuries: Patriots QB Admits He’s ‘Nursing Couple Little Things’
With the NFL playoffs fast approaching, Tom Brady is a little banged up. But don’t worry, New England Patriots fans: It’s nothing to worry about — yet. Brady was listed as “questionable” for his team’s Week 12 game against the New York Jets with a knee injury and an illness. The Patriots quarterback toughed it out, however, leading New England to a 27-13 victory, despite apparently suffering a thumb injury during the first half. Monday night, Brady appeared on Westwood One Radio for his weekly — and always cringe-worthy — interview with Jim Gray, who asked the 41-year-old about his nagging ailments. “I am certainly ... NESN.com
Can Patriots Beat Chiefs In Road Playoff Tilt? Colin Cowherd Doesn’t Think So
The New England Patriots have had the luxury of playing most of their playoff games at home in the Tom Brady-Bill Belichick era. But if the Patriots are going to reach Super Bowl LIII, it’s looking like it might have to win a postseason matchup away from Gillette Stadium. While the 7-3 Patriots very much are in position to earn a first-round bye, the high-flying Kansas City Chiefs currently own the No. 1 seed. And if New England ultimately is tasked with having to travel to Arrowhead Stadium in January, Colin Cohwerd doesn’t see Tom Brady and Co. coming out on top. It’s not often you can be impressed by a pair
Here’s What Chiefs’ Monday Night Loss To Rams Means For Patriots
by Zack Cox on Tue, Nov 20, 2018 at 12:08AM The Los Angeles Rams did the New England Patriots a solid Monday night. In one of the most highly anticipated regular-season NFL games in recent memory, the Rams outgunned the Kansas City Chiefs 54-51 in a ridiculously entertaining affair at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The loss dropped the Chiefs to 9-2 on the season, putting them just 1 1/2 games ahead of the 7-3 Patriots in the race for home-field advantage in the AFC playoffs. I... NESN.com
Massachusetts-Native Obi Melifonwu Grew Up On Early Patriots Dynasty Teams
FOXBORO, Mass. — New England Patriots players — they’re just like you! Safety Obi Melifonwu grew up in Grafton, Mass., as a “huge Patriots fan,” so he was understandably very happy this week to sign with the team he cheered on as a kid. “Everybody was excited, especially my family,” Melifonwu said. “Growing up here, I’ve been a huge Patriots fan. So, everybody’s excited. Everybody’s ready to watch me play.” Melifonwu had some quality safeties to look up to as a young Patriots fan, watching those early-2000s teams. “Lawyer Milloy, Rodney Harrison are two I definitely watched,” Melifonwu said. “The team as a who... NESN.com
Patriots Notes: James White Addresses Injury Scare After Win Over Packers
by Zack Cox on Mon, Nov 5, 2018 at 2:49AM FOXBORO, Mass. — Some leftover notes and nuggets from the New England Patriots’ 31-17 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Sunday night at Gillette Stadium: — Another week, another strong showing by James White. The running back finished with 102 yards from scrimmage (31 rushing, 72 receiving) and two rushing touchdowns in the win. For a period of time late in the second quarter, though, White’s status was unclear. He limped off the fie... NESN.com
NFL Rumors: Patriots’ Josh McDaniels ‘Candidate’ For Browns’ Coaching Job
Perhaps Josh McDaniels isn’t the heir apparent to Bill Belichick, after all. Despite spurning the Indianapolis Colts during the offseason, the New England Patriots offensive coordinator still is “open” to potential head coaching opportunities,” NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport reported Sunday. Furthermore, McDaniels is expected to be a candidate for the head coaching gig with the Cleveland Browns, who recently fired Hue Jackson. “I know that sounds crazy, considering he pulled out of the Colts job last year, but I’m told he is open to potential head coaching opportunities,” Rapoport said. McDaniels has been one of the hottest names on th... NESN.com