NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS – ABOUT TODAY (by CelticsPatriotsman)
(Source: https://www.youtube.com/)
https://www.patspropaganda.com/new-england-patriots-about-today-by-2/
Mostly because it’s a dead time in the NFL for real news, there will be a lot of reporting about the Patriots visiting with or working out certain prospects before the draft. What does it mean? Not much. There’s no correlation between any of those and the Patriots’ interest level.
Good reminder from Bedard, who also goes on to mention how closely the Pats have been looking at WRs. The vaunted double-dip could be coming….
https://www.patspropaganda.com/mostly-because-its-a-dead-time-in-the-nfl-for/
Whether it’s in the first, second or third round, I think it’s clear that the Patriots need to come out of the 2013 draft with a receiver. That, to me, is the most compelling storyline for the club this year because of the limited picks at the position in Bill Belichick’s tenure (nine in 13 years), and also the team’s struggles to consistently draft and develop prospects at the position
Quick-hit thoughts on Pats and around NFL – New England Patriots Blog – ESPN Boston
This is becoming a pretty clear consensus amongst just about everyone who covers the Pats in any capacity. Brady better have some patience with whoever they take.
Also a good mention later in this link about the Pats looking at coverage linebackers as well. Count me in for that one too, though I haven’t ruled Dane Fletcher out.
https://www.patspropaganda.com/whether-its-in-the-first-second-or-third-round/
According to multiple sources familiar with the situation, tight end Rob Gronkowski has been battling a stubborn infection in the area around where a second metal plate was installed to repair his broken left forearm and his readiness for the season is in jeopardy.
Another Rob Gronkowski setback | Boston Herald
Nothing like a little offseason buzzkill. This is not sounding promising and to think, this is all because of Sergio Brown. Ugh…
https://www.patspropaganda.com/according-to-multiple-sources-familiar-with-the/
It Is What It Is » Explaining why I gave a Hall pass to these three individuals
It Is What It Is » Explaining why I gave a Hall pass to these three individuals
Good stuff from Chris Price and his votes…
Bruschi: Honestly, despite the popularity of Harrison (as well as several other people who are eligible), it’s hard not to vote for Bruschi, even on his first time on the ballot. The linebacker was the face of the franchise for several seasons — he stretched across three distinct eras, working as a rookie under Parcells, developing as a key force in the middle under Pete Carroll and coming of age under Bill Belichick. There was a reason Belichick labeled Bruschi “The Perfect Patriot” when he retired shortly before the 2009 season — his consistency and durability, his knack for the big play, and his connection with the fan base made him an easy choice in my mind to go No. 1.
Harrison: Harrison represented a culture change, the right player in the right place at the right time. (For what it’s worth, I believe he’s the best free agent signing of the Bill Belichick era.) It’s tough to remember now, but the 2003 Patriots started the year at a crossroads — the team cut the wildly popular Lawyer Milloy before the start of the season, and was crushed in the season opener by the Bills. The leadership displayed by Harrison during a key time in the franchise history — particularly among a group of young defensive backs — was invaluable. From 2003-2008, Harrison was one of the most instrumental parts of a New England defense that could boast several All-Pros, including Richard Seymour, Mike Vrabel, Vince Wilfork and Ty Law. (One veteran brought up his absence in the 2006 AFC title game against the Colts as the ultimate barometer of his importance to the team. Whenever there was an important tight end on the other side, it was Harrison who drew the assignment.) Despite the fact he was busted for PEDs in 2007, I still felt good about putting him No. 2 on my ballot.