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Pre-Draft Team Needs: AFC East

14 April 2010

The AFC East has been a hotbed of activity this off-season, with just about every team upgrading its roster via trade or free agency. The only club that hasn’t done much is Buffalo, but they’re expected to make headway with their draft picks next week, so in the long run, every team in the division [...]

Ben Watson joining Browns in three year deal

12 March 2010

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This off-season has already brought about plenty of changes across the board for Cleveland, and that process continued this morning with the signing of former Patriots tight end Ben Watson. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Browns and Watson reached an accord on a three year contract that will pay him $12 million, with $6.35 [...]

Faulk strikes deal to return to Patriots

11 March 2010

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11-year veteran running back and longtime member of the Patriots, Kevin Faulk, has agreed on a contract extension that will keep him in New England, according to the Associated Press. Despite being 33 years of age, Faulk was considered to be one of the better rotational runners on the free agent market, and was rumored to be [...]

Seattle Seahawks have confirmed interest in Leigh Bodden

8 March 2010

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In desperate need of an upgrade to their pass defense, the Seahawks have expressed serious interest in signing free agent cornerback Leigh Bodden, according to Seattle Times beat writer Danny O Neil. Bodden, who is the best available player on the market at his position, is currently visiting with the Houston Texans. The Texans recently [...]

Wilfork, Pats find common ground; ink major deal

5 March 2010

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We’re a bit late getting this one out, but here it is anyway… According to multiple sources, New England has reached an agreement with franchised defensive tackle Vince Wilfork, and will lock the All-Pro down for the next five seasons at the very least. The deal is worth an estimated $40 million, with an $18 [...]

Patriots to pass on Peppers?

2 February 2010

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One of the prime potential landing spots for Carolina defensive end Julius Peppers could be out of the picture this off-season, thanks in large part to a free agent bust at a similar position. According to Mike Reiss of ESPNBoston.com, New England’s front office staff may be a bit leary of bringing in another high priced free agent, after [...]

Welker leaves field on cart with knee injury

3 January 2010

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6:35 pm – Welker’s season is over. ESPN is reporting that initial tests showed a tear of his ACL and MCL in the left knee. This is a devastating loss for the Patriots as Welker was the focal point of their offense this season. On a positive note, this injury should curtail any discussion the [...]

Analysis: Moss’ attitude could be a problem for Patriots

14 December 2009

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Randy Moss is one of the most physically gifted players that the NFL has ever seen. A perfect combination of size, speed and hands, Moss is a quarterback’s dream. He can also be a coach’s nightmare. There’s been no denying Moss’ talent since he came into the NFL in 1998, but his attitude has always [...]

End drawing near for Thomas in New England?

13 December 2009

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The Patriots have faced a slew of questions as of late regarding the team’s chemistry and cohesiveness in the midst of a losing streak that could jeopardize their playoff chances if it carries on much further. Those questioning voices only grew louder yesterday, as New England LB Adalius Thomas was officially sent to the bench [...]

Thomas clears the air on being late to practice

10 December 2009

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New England head coach Bill Belichick isn’t known for being patient with his players when they do something that draws his ire. So his decision to send home part of the team yesterday, after they arrived to practice late, isn’t all that unexpected. That being said, the feeling of harmony that we’ve seen in years [...]

Brady: “I don’t think we fight very hard.”

7 December 2009

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Tom Brady is the undisputed leader on the field in New England, but after making it clear that his teammates’ lack of mental toughness was to blame for their recent struggles, he may find things to be a bit more tense this week in practice. Brady slammed his team’s performance down the stretch against Miami, [...]

Week 11 Wrap – AFC East

23 November 2009

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If you missed this week’s action on Sunday, you’ll probably be kicking yourself this morning, as week 11 certainly did not disappoint fans of game that enjoy watching the underdog triumph against the big boys in the league. The NFL has long been known for its parity, and in spite of there being a slight [...]