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The New England Patriots have had some iffy years ever since Tom Brady left. What have their worst mistakes been during this time?  I think there are a few obvious choices here.  Brady leaving after the 2019 playoff loss to the Tennessee Titans was probably unexpected by quite a few in the organization and the […] Worst mistakes Patriots have made in post-Brady era - Musket … [Read more...] about Worst mistakes Patriots have made in post-Brady era

We are slowly approaching the 2023 NFL Draft and the Patriots might benefit from signing a few bargain bin free agents before the end of April.  Bargain bin free agents are perhaps the most valuable free agents left on the market. They are low risk, and high reward, and that’s something that every single team […] Bargain bin free agents Patriots should sign before draft - … [Read more...] about Bargain bin free agents Patriots should sign before draft

An insane trade idea proposed by Mike Florio last week would send quarterback Mac Jones to the San Francisco 49ers for a fellow 2021 classmate.  This would be an insane idea, right? Right? Last week, Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio proposed a trade that would be simple: Patriots receive: Trey Lance 49ers receive: Mac Jones […] Insane trade idea sends Mac Jones to the NFC West - … [Read more...] about Insane trade idea sends Mac Jones to the NFC West

Adam Schefter reported that the Arizona Cardinals have received interest in their first round pick. Could the Patriots be one of those interested teams?  There’s no conformation as to who has interest in the Cardinals’ third overall pick, but he notes that at least six teams have inquired. At least six teams have inquired with […] Could the Patriots make a huge trade up on … [Read more...] about Could the Patriots make a huge trade up on draft day?

PFF unveiled their favorite and least favorite moves among all NFL teams. What did they have to say about the New England Patriots?  Someone giving their opinion on something is subjective, so it’s not going to always be a truth. PFF gave their favorite and least favorite moves among every team this offseason. Let’s break […] PFF’s favorite and least favorite Patriots’ … [Read more...] about PFF’s favorite and least favorite Patriots’ offseason moves

The 2023 NFL Draft is just a couple of short weeks away. What are three moves that the New England Patriots must avoid in round one?  There are some moves that stick out to me that the Pats cannot, under any circumstances, go forward with. They have some clear and huge needs on both sides […] 3 disastrous moves Patriots must avoid in round one - Musket Fire - Musket Fire - New … [Read more...] about 3 disastrous moves Patriots must avoid in round one

A lot has been said this past week regarding Pro Football Talk’s report claiming Bill Belichick had trade conversations involving Mac Jones with a handful of teams around the league. The story has since been debunked by multiple reporters citing sources close to the situation, but the discussion continues due to the unfavorable results of […] NFL analyst says Mac Jones should … [Read more...] about NFL analyst says Mac Jones should request trade from Patriots

The New England Patriots have had a decent offseason, but still have a few major decisions that they have left to make before week one.  The next big event in the NFL is the 2023 NFL Draft.  Not only will college players be picked, but other trades can go down here. For example, the Tennessee […] 3 huge decisions remaining for Patriots in the 2023 offseason - Musket Fire - … [Read more...] about 3 huge decisions remaining for Patriots in the 2023 offseason

The New England Patriots held their annual Hall of Fame nomination committee meeting this week to discuss this year’s candidates to be inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame. All former players and head coaches who have been retired for at least four years are eligible to be nominated. However, there are exceptions to some […] Patriots: Dante Scarnecchia could be greatest … [Read more...] about Patriots: Dante Scarnecchia could be greatest Patriot of all time