Many Patriots fans were deeply concerned when Jerod Mayo promoted Drake Maye to starting quarterback. Those worriers thought Maye was set up to fail. After all, New England doesn’t feature a strong supporting cast — especially with a barrage of injuries — and its Week 6 opponent was a loaded Houston Texans team that can rush the passer with the best of them. More … [Read more...] about Ex-NFL Exec Mocks Drake Maye Doubters After QB’s First Start
Vibes Among Patriots’ Skill Players Much Improved By Drake Maye
FOXBORO, Mass. — It’s not as if the New England Patriots were overjoyed after their 41-21 loss to the Houston Texans at Gillette Stadium on Sunday. Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo said he personally let rookie quarterback Drake Maye down. Veteran defender Davon Godchaux called out the defense’s lack of “pride” following an “embarrassing” loss. Those sentiments were not … [Read more...] about Vibes Among Patriots’ Skill Players Much Improved By Drake Maye
Patriots Problem Exposed By Newcomer’s Impressive Performance
FOXBORO, Mass. — Ben Brown took a red-eye flight from Las Vegas to Boston and landed before the sun came up Thursday morning. He had medical tests at Gillette Stadium before he joined his new Patriots teammates in meetings and then ventured out to the practice field. “Crazy, for sure,” Brown told NESN.com after he started at center in New England’s 41-21 loss to the Houston … [Read more...] about Patriots Problem Exposed By Newcomer’s Impressive Performance
Patriots Report Card: Grades For All Positions Against Texans
The New England Patriots were more competent on the offensive side of the ball, but that doesn’t mean their 41-21 loss to the Houston Texans on Sunday was entirely competitive. Patriots fans probably walked away from the contest more optimistic about the offense than the defense. With that said, we graded each position group after New England’s Week 6 loss to Houston. … [Read more...] about Patriots Report Card: Grades For All Positions Against Texans
Why Jerod Mayo, Patriots Made Recent Changes To Receiver Depth Chart
The return of veteran Kendrick Bourne and emergence of Kayshon Boutte has prompted the New England Patriots to make a handful of changes to their wide receiver depth chart. Those lineup tweaks were on display during a 41-21 loss to the Houston Texans at Gillette Stadium on Sunday. Tyquan Thornton, who served as a starting wideout in New England’s season-opener, was a healthy … [Read more...] about Why Jerod Mayo, Patriots Made Recent Changes To Receiver Depth Chart
How Triston Casas Responded To Red Sox Trade Speculation Question
The Red Sox need to improve next season, and that might force them to make tough decisions. Boston’s top brass understood the fans deserved more from the team after the club missed the postseason for the third season in a row. Chief baseball officer Craig Breslow acknowledged the team needs to better balance short-term and long-term outcomes in what will be a pivotal … [Read more...] about How Triston Casas Responded To Red Sox Trade Speculation Question
Patriots Reportedly Release Offensive Player Who Recently Started
The New England Patriots reportedly are releasing an offensive lineman who served as a starter just two weeks ago. New England is releasing Nick Leverett, as first reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Monday. Leverett started at center against the Miami Dolphins in Week 5 but did not see the field against the Houston Texans on Sunday. He was on the injury report with an ankle … [Read more...] about Patriots Reportedly Release Offensive Player Who Recently Started
Orioles Designate Red Sox World Series Champion For Assignment
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Patriots QB Drake Maye Made First NFL Start With Heavy Heart
Patriots rookie Drake Maye experienced a whirlwind of emotions this past weekend. Maye saw one of his lifelong dreams realized when he made his first NFL start Sunday in New England’s Week 6 matchup with Houston. But one day before impressing with three touchdown passes at Gillette Stadium, Maye and the North Carolina community were dealt a heartbreaking loss. Tylee … [Read more...] about Patriots QB Drake Maye Made First NFL Start With Heavy Heart