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Strange Finish Could Have Made Things Interesting For Patriots

December 25, 2000 | Ian Logue

As Belichick (pictured left) wanders off the field on Sunday after the final three seconds of the game were re-played in front of an empty stadium, he had to have wondered for a brief moment about what could have been a historic twist to the final game of the 2000 season.

Not Doing What Works Spells Defeat For Pats

December 10, 2000 | Bob George

Patriots went away from the very things that helped them defeat Kansas City the other night, and it cost them a win. Matthews torched soft zone defense for 15 straight compeletions and two touchdowns. Patriots scored touchdowns on two hurry-up drives, but gained virtually nothing otherwise.

Patriots Fall to Bears 24-17

December 10, 2000 | Bob George

Matthews completes club record 15 straight passes, and fires two touchdown passes to lead Bears to win. Allen rushes for 97 yards and breaks the 1,000-yard barrier for the season. Lethargic Pats fall short at end as illegal motion penalty robs them of final ten seconds.

Patriots Bring Back Harris

December 06, 2000 | Ian Logue

New England announced the re-signing of runningback Raymont Harris on Wednesday, and also released and added a couple others. Harris has spent the 2000 campaign with the Denver Broncos since being released by the Patriots before the start of the season.

Pats Win The Battle Of The Bumblers

November 19, 2000 | Bob George

The Patriots did indeed defeat Cincinnati today. But their narrow 16-13 margin left the fans with more consternation than happiness. The Patriots played right down to their level of competition, and the coach has perhaps lost confidence in his defense.

Is Sunday's Game Winnable Any More For Patriots?

November 17, 2000 | Bob George

Thu. December 14, 2000 Patriot Links The Buzz Message Boards Chat Video/Audio Stats/Standings Schedule/Results Team Links Story Index Rivals.com links • Fantasy Games • Video Game Zone • Rivals NFL • 1on1Sports LIVE Fan Forums Contact US Boston Red Sox Grogan's Grades Member Services Set as Homepage A Winnable Game? By: Bob George Date: 11/17/2000 Patriots face the lowly Cincinnati Bengals at home on Sunday. But the Bengals may play like anything but lowly, as the Patriots are coming off a humiliating loss at Cleveland last week. Dillon, who now holds the rushing record, could carve up the Patriot defense Sunday.

Patriots Release TE Eric Bjornson

November 15, 2000 | Ian Logue

The Patriots made a surprise move on Wednesday when they announced they had released tight end Eric Bjornson. Belichick says that he's been pleased with what he's seen from Rod Rutledge and Chris Eitzmann, and that things simply didn't "work out" with Bjornson.

Patriots/Bengals Injury Report Week 11

November 15, 2000 | Ian Logue

Here's a look at the current injury report for this week's game between the New England Patriots (2-8) and the Cincinnati Bengals (2-8).

For Patriots: What's On Bill, And What's Not

November 14, 2000 | Bob George

Fans are now racing to blame Belichick for the decline of the Patriots in 2000. But this is still only Belichick's first year, and the mess left behind from the previous regime is still there. Belichick must still deal with the residue of the Grier Era.

Playing Bledsoe Made No Sense Whatsoever

November 12, 2000 | Bob George

The decision to start Bledsoe today against Cleveland was both illogical and costly. Bledsoe may have demanded to play, and Belichick accomodated him. Given his past history of quarterback controversies, was Bernie Kosar on Belichick's mind today?

Bledsoe Plays, But Pats Lose 19-11

November 12, 2000 | Ian Logue

Patriots quarterback Drew Bledsoe felt that prior to Sunday's game he was ready to go, and Bill Belichick felt that his veteran quarterback looked sharp enough to possibly be effective. Four turnovers later New England lost to the Browns 19-11.

Patriots Fall 19-11 To Browns

November 12, 2000 | Bob George

Four turnovers prove costly to Patriots, who come up short against the 2-8 Browns. Bledsoe surprisingly plays whole game, and is involved in all four turnovers. Dawson hits four field goals, as Cleveland snaps seven-game losing streak.

Patriots QB Bishop Not Ready To Win Yet

November 10, 2000 | Ian Logue

A rational person may realize one thing if they've been paying attention to what's being said about Michael Bishop by both head coach Bill Belichick and his fellow players. The Patriots can't win with Bishop. At least not right now.

Cleveland Browns Projected Starters

November 08, 2000 | Ian Logue

Here's a quick look at the projected starters for the Cleveland Browns on Sunday.

Terry Glenn Given Six-Year Extension

November 08, 2000 | Ian Logue

KFFL and the New Bedford Standard Times report wide reciever Terry Glenn has been signed to a six-year contract extension worth $50 million dollars.

Patriots/Browns Week 10 Injury Report

November 08, 2000 | Ian Logue

Here's the injury report for Week 10 between the New England Patriots and the Cleveland Browns (as of November 8th).

When It Really Counts, Patriots Can't Finish

November 05, 2000 | Bob George

Patriots contain Flutie and his Bills long enough to forge into a 13-10 lead. But Flutie regains his touch and rallies his team to a 16-13 OT win. Once again, the Patriot defense lays down when it's needed the most, and another close loss is the inevitable result.

Patriots Lose 16-13, Lose Bledsoe

November 05, 2000 | Ian Logue

The Patriots dropped their 7th game of the 2000 campaign by losing 16-13 in overtime to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday. Quarterback Drew Bledsoe went down with an injury to his right thumb early in the first quarter, and gave way to back-up John Friesz who looked shakey during the game.

Patriots Fall 16-13 to Bills in Overtime

November 05, 2000 | Bob George

Christie kicks two late field goals, one to tie and one to win in OT for Buffalo. Bledsoe suffers thumb injury in the first quarter, and Friesz quarterbacks most of the game. Pats rally to tie in fourth quarter on Redmond touchdown, but can't hold the lead for good.

Sixteen Years Later, Flutie Magic Still Lives

November 03, 2000 | Bob George

Sixteen years after throwing perhaps the most famous pass in college football history, Flutie is still the most revered football player to ever play football in the New England region. His return to Foxborough Sunday always makes you wonder who the fans will side with.

Preview: Buffalo at New England

November 02, 2000 | Ian Logue

Massachusetts native and former Patriot quarterback Doug Flutie returns to Foxboro Stadium this weekend to take on the team he once played for. Flutie is back in the line-up after Rob Johnson went down with a shoulder injury. Here's a preview of this weekend's match-up.

Patriots at Bills Week 9 Injury Report

November 01, 2000 | Ian Logue

Here's a look at the early injury report for week 9 between New England and the Buffalo Bills.

Releasing Rucci Was A Tough Decision

November 01, 2000 | Ian Logue

Patriots head coach Bill Belichick said on Wednesday that releasing veteran guard Todd Rucci was a difficult decision for him to have to make. He also went on to say that he wouldn't rule out bringing Rucci back in the event New England needs another guard this season.

Patriots In the Middle of "Changing of the Guards" On Offense

November 01, 2000 | Ian Logue

With the release of veteran guard Todd Rucci, it appears that Belichick is happy with what he's seen from both Joe Andruzzi and Sale Isia at the guard positions. Both have made strides from where they were at the beginning of the season, and contributed to a sack-free performance against the Colts.

Patriots Have to Figure Out How To Make A Lost Season Productive

November 01, 2000 | Bob George

With the playoffs out of reach, the Patriots have lots of things they can work on for the 2001 season. If successful, the 2001 season will look a lot brighter and bear a great chance of returning to the playoffs.

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