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Posts Tagged ‘New England Patriots’

 
Apr
13
2010

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Jets and The Name Game and Blogapaloooza!

 

I wonder what it feels like to be a fan of a team that signs big names.  As an avid Patriots fan/writer, I’ve grown to learn how teams work, more specifically, how the New England Patriots work.  Don’t get me wrong, I’d love for them to sign big player.  The Marshalls and the Westbrooks would give me a sense of quick satisfaction. But instead, we wait and wait and hope and wait some more.  New England does not the sign the names, even if it is an obvious fit for the needs of team.  Bill Belichick has a way of keeping fans on the edge of their seats.  It sucks, but it’s reality.

So what team doesn’t believe in the ways of Belichick? Divisional rivals New York Jets.  Led by Coach Rex Ryan, they have been signing marquee players like he was putting together his fantasy football team.  I define ‘marquee’ not necessarily that these players are the best available in their respective positions, but more of the free agents that grab the headlines.  Interestingly enough, they are also the names that I find the most frequently pop up on my twitter feed. ( Speaking of twitter, you should definitely follow me @kishaT )

The Jets Show: Starring…

Back to the Jets, late Sunday evening the Pittsburgh Steelers traded their former Super Bowl MVP and statistically impressive wide receiver to New York for a meager 5th round pick.  Some have called this a steal for the Jets.  I call this a slap in the face for Holmes.  Holmes had his best year EVER with 79 catches for 1,248 yards.  I guess keeping your toes in during the Super Bowl doesn’t make a drug violation ok.

For Patriots worriers out there, here are my thoughts on the so-called threat to our division:

Eh.

Seriously, I don’t think it’s that big of a deal. Like I’ve said to a lot of people who’ve asked me, all these signings look amazing on paper.  If the Jets are trying to instill some fear or nervousness to the other teams in their division, this is a good try.  It’s definitely working a lot more with the fans than their rival teams.  The Patriots find comfort in having a solid locker room and do not deal with any off field issues. Big names or not, a player’s on and off field production is more important.  I have all the faith in the world the…

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Jan
27
2010

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Season’s Meanings: Oh where art thou Patriots?

 

This season wasn’t a complete waste. For the New England Patriots, I think, it was a pretty humbling experience. For the fans, I think it was a very violent, rough and painful wake up call.  Having the ability to follow the team the entire season and being able to go to all home games this season, I saw first hand how unsatisfied fans were this time around. Fans were yelling, crying and leaving before the end of the game.  This actually happened more than once in the 2009 season.  What happened to the New England Patriots?

We drafted well for the most part. Picked up an offensive sleeper in the 7th round (Julian Edelman) and a handful of pretty useful defensive weapons as well (Darius Butler, Patrick Chung). We had Tom Brady back, healthy, kinda. Defense seemed hopeful just no Bruschi, Harrison or Seymour.  Hell, who am I kidding. The team suffered a lot without these three players. Call it a rebuilding year or whatever, there was a spirit that was missing with the New England Patriots that newly acquired players just couldn’t put back.

:(

So what does this even leave up for discussion? With an uncapped season coming, there is no doubt that the Patriots are going to do what they’ve done before: keep everyone guessing.  I have a few ideas on who would be a great fit.

Idea #1: Brandon Marshall, WR Denver Broncos
Well this needs very little explaining.  Wes Welker is out for the next year or so and there is no guarantee that when he does return, he’ll be at 100%.  Brandon Marshall is a hell of a receiver, especially when he feels like doing his job.
Marshall finished the season with 1,120 yards and 10 touchdown catches. This is him at like 60%..40% of the time. Read that again, I promise it makes sense.  He’d be a great addition to the Patriots even if just for the fact of giving Randy Moss some breathing room.  I’m pretty sure that BB can get Marshall to play 100% without having to hug during a press conference to prove that they don’t hate each other.

Idea #2: Julius Peppers, DE Carolina Panthers
Before the season began last year, I had many discussions with people about the idea of picking up Julius Peppers.  I even threw some headline ideas with my little brother about it.
- Fresh Peppers? Yes, Please
- Peppers adds Spice to Defense
You know, all…

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Apr
28
2009

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Patriots let in the Draft , Michael Vick & 4th and Long with Michael Irvin

 

I didn’t make it to the 2009 Draft.  In fact, during the first day of the Draft I was stuck in a sound booth at Xavier Auditorium working for a JWU Players version of “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying”, although entertaining, it just didn’t compare to being in Radio City Music Hall.  I got a total of 10 text messages and 15 people asking me how the Draft was..and I had to say that I wasn’t there. It was tough and I’m pretty sure that I would’ve been going nuts EVERY TIME the Patriots traded down. By the 3rd round, I probably would’ve had a heart attack.  So after all is said and done this is the 2009 Draft class for the New England Patriots:

1st Round
Nobody because Bill Belichick likes to drive Pats fans crazy.

2nd Round
Patrick Chung, S, Oregon
Ron Brace, NT, Boston College
Darius Butler, CB, Connecticut
Sebastian Vollmer, Houston

3rd Round
Brandon Tate, WR, North Carolina
Tyrone McKenzie, LB, South Florida
Rich Ohrnberger, G, Penn State

4th Round
Yeah, nopes.

5th Round
George Bussey, OL, Louisville

6th Round
Jake Ingram, LS, Hawaii
Myron Pryor, DT, Kentucky

7th Round
Julian Edelman, WR, Kent State
Darryl Richard, DT, Georgia Tech

Honestly, I can’t complain about who we picked. I was banking on them picking up Darius Butler from Connecticut ASAP. Butler, like I mentioned in the “Cutting Corners” article in Patriots Insider, is built very similarly to Ellis Hobbs.  Unfortunately, we traded Hobbs for more picks in 2010.  This is an entirely new issue, I’ve had people in class ask me why Bill did this.  Folks, I don’t know him personally. I can’t tell you why we just busted out Hobbs card during the Draft. Honestly, I think its for the better.  The 5’9 corner is smaller than most and has had just over 162 solo tackles in 4 seasons. He was an excellent kick returner and has been a strong asset to the New England Patriots.  But maybe we just don’t need him anymore..he was sent to Philly to join former Patriot, Asante Samuel. Let’s hope this move was for the better. Butler, please don’t be a bust.

MICHAEL VICK IN ARENA FOOTBALL

michael_vickAccording to Yahoo! Sports, the New York Firebirds have offered Michael Vick an opportunity to play some arena football.  This is a great idea.  Not only does the team guarantee that he would have to donate $100,000 to the local humane society but I think this would be great way for Vick to…

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