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Today in Patriots History
Pats sign Drew Bledsoe
to record deal​



July 20, 1995:
On the same day that all Patriot players were to report to training camp at Bryant College, Robert Kraft makes Drew Bledsoe the NFL's highest paid player, signing the QB to a $42 million contract. The Pats also signed their top draft pick, rookie CB Ty Law of Michigan.




Patriots to sign Bledsoe; ink Law - UPI Archives

The New England Patriots Thursday signed quarterback Drew Bledsoe to a new contract worth a reported $42 million over seven years. The deal is believed to...
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SMITHFIELD, R.I., July 20 -- The New England Patriots Thursday signed quarterback Drew Bledsoe to a new contract worth a reported $42 million over seven years. The deal is believed to make Bledsoe the highest paid player in the National Football League and will keep him in a Patriots' uniform through the 2002 season.​

Bledsoe, the first overall selection in the 1993 draft, signed a six-year deal with the Patriots worth $14 million after being drafted, but the contract featured a special escape clause that allowed him to become a restricted free agent if he played in 10 games during the 1995 season. The Patriots started negotiating a long-term deal with Bledsoe after the quarterback led the team to the playoffs last year in only his second season. It marked the first time since 1986 that the Patriots made the playoffs. New England finished the year 10-6, but lost in the AFC Wild Card Game to Cleveland. The 6-5, 233-pound Bledsoe completed 400 of 691 passes for an NFL- best 4,555 yards and 25 touchdowns with 27 interceptions last year.​


The Patriots also signed Michigan defensive back Ty Law, their first round pick in the 1995 draft and 23rd overall selection, to a five-year contract worth between $3 and $7 million. The contract includes a signing bonus and is heavy on incentives. The 5-11, 196-pound Law started all three of his seasons at Michigan and entered the draft after his junior year. He had 56 tackles and two interceptions last year. Law had six interceptions and 50 tackles in 1993 and was named All Big Ten.​


The Patriots also announced that linebacker Todd Collins has informed the team that he is retiring from football. The 25-year-old Collins endured an injury-plagued three-year career with the Patriots.​






Before the above contract expired, the Patriots would sign Bledsoe to another record contract, in 2001. With the benefit of hindsight some of the comments from that '01 signing have turned into freezing cold takes.

Bledsoe signs 10-year extension with Pats
BOSTON – Drew Bledsoe signed the biggest contract in NFL history Wednesday, agreeing to a 10-year, $103 million deal that virtually guarantees he will spend his entire career with the same team.​

The deal surpasses the reported 10-year, $100 million contract signed by Green Bay quarterback Brett Favre only last Friday. It also gives Bledsoe a chance to do something Favre and most other athletes never could: stay with one team for their careers.​

"I've expressed over and over again my desire to play my entire career with the New England Patriots," Bledsoe said. "It looks like that is a very real possibility."​

Patriots owner Bob Kraft said Bledsoe has a chance to be remembered in Boston like Ted Williams, Bill Russell and Larry Bird, each having played his entire career in the city.​

"I remember feeling sad when Bobby Orr left," Kraft said of the NHL Hall of Famer who left Boston for Chicago near the end of his career. "I saw this as an opportunity to sign one of the great Patriots for the rest of his career."​

Bledsoe was scheduled to make $7.6 million this season, but his contract would have counted for $9.8 million under the salary cap. The new deal, which runs through the 2010 season, saves only about $1.5 million under this year's cap. But, unlike some other high-profile signings, the money is spread relatively evenly over the contract -- without a balloon payment that could require another restructuring in a few years.​
 
Today in Patriots History
Babe Parilli traded
for Mike Taliaferro​



July 20, 1968:
The Boston Patriots trade QB Babe Parilli for New York Jets backup QB Mike Taliaferro


Coincidentally (or not), two days later Bob Dee retired.


I get it that the Patriots were in rebuilding mode and needed to get younger, but this was never going to be a positive-value trade. All the Patriots received in return was a career backup who was selected in the 28th round, 219th overall in the 1963 AFL draft, and had thrown twice as many interceptions as touchdowns over five seasons. On the bright side at least Parilli received a super bowl ring as Joe Namath's backup.


Babe Parilli was the unanimous choice as All League Quarterback in 1964 with 3,465 yards and 31 touchdown passes. After an injury-riddled season, in 1966 Parilli was named Comeback Player of the Year, the same season that Mike Holovak was “Coach of the Year,” fullback Jim Nance was “Player of the Year,” Gino Cappelletti won his fifth scoring title, Art Graham broke the team’s receiving record - and the Pats had six AIl-AFL players and eleven All-Stars.

Those 1964 single-season team records stood for decades, never equaled by Jim Plunkett, Steve Grogan, Tony Eason, Doug Flutie or others. The yardage mark held up for a full 30 years, until Drew Bledsoe surpassed it with his league-leading 1994 season. But Drew never threw that many TDs; it wasn't until Tom Brady's NFL record-setting 2007 season that a Patriot threw more touchdown passes, an incredible 43 years later.


As for Mike Taliaferro, in 1968 he went 3-4 in the first seven games, bottoming out with a 0-TD, 5-int, 4-sack game in a 48-14 loss to his old team before being mercifully benched. Taliaferro finished the season with four TDs against 19 interceptions, completing 38.1% of his passes while taking 18 sacks, and finishing with a 26.9 passer rating.


Jets Trade Taliaferro for Parilli; TALIAFERRO GOES TO BOSTON IN DEAL (Published 1968)

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The New York Jets traded Mike Taliaferro, their No. 2 quarterback, to the Boston Patriots yesterday for Babe Parilli, the 38- year-old quarterback who had been destined to become No. 2 at Boston. Taliaferro, who had been back-up man to Joe Namath, will be 27 Friday. Parilli has been around the National, Canadian and American Football Leagues for 14 years. He started his career in 1952 with the Green Bay Packers, when Taliaferro was playing quarterback for a grammar school team in Houston.​

"Mike has been a good back-up man for us," said Weeb Ewbank, the Jets' general manager and coach, yesterday at the Jets' camp at Hempstead, L.I. "We're all fond of him, but he wished to be traded to where he had a chance to play. We had opportunities to send him elsewhere, but we felt the chance to acquire Parilli was the best deal for us."​



Taliaferro, a former Illinois star, signed with the Jets in 1964 after the New York Giants of the National League had drafted him in 1962 as a “future." He was one of the three Big Ten players on the Giants' draft list who signed with the Jets that year. The others were Matt Snell, Ohio State fullback, and Dave Herman, a tackle from Michigan State.​

During his rookie year, Mike was an understudy to **** Wood. The following year, the Jets came up with two high- priced rookies; Namath, the Alabama all- America, who received a bonus package of $400,000, and John Huarte of Notre Dame, who signed for a reported $200,000. Even though he was to start some games for the Jets in ensuing years, Namath became an A.F.L. drawing attraction and Mike became unhappy.​

At the training camp last week, Taliaferro was reminded that he needed only three more games on active duty this year to become eligible for the A.F.L. pension. Mike shrugged that off with "To get the pension I have to live until 65. I'm thinking of now."​

Taliaferro asked to be traded and the Jets responded.​




Parilli at the No. 2 post, Ewbank said, will give the team a "good chance to win the Eastern Division title this year.”​

"We now feel we have two No. 1 quarterbacks," he said. "Babe still has a great arm and has always been an excellent play-caller and leader."​


Taliaferro suffered a shoulder separation in a preseason game last year and was used sparingly. He completed 11 of 20 passes for 96 yards and one touchdown. The injury has healed. Now he will have to battle Don Trull, the former Baylor star, for the Boston starting spot.​

Trull had been slated to become the Patriots' No. 1 quarterback this season. But Mike Holovak, the Patriots' general manager and coach, said Trull and Taliaferro would battle for No. 1.​

"Trull will start out a little ahead, because he was with us half of last year. But Taliaferro will get every chance to win the job," Holovak said.​




Last season, Namath established a professional passing record of 4,007 yards gained with his completions, breaking the mark of 3,465 set by Parilli in 1964, when he was named the A.F.L.'s all-star quarterback. Last season, Parilli completed 161 of 344 passes for 2,317 yards and 19 touchdowns. He had 24 interceptions as the Patriots finished last in the Eastern Division with a 3-10-1 won-lost-tied record. The Jets were second to the Houston Oilers with 9-4-1.​





New England Patriots Of The Past: Babe Parilli - Last Word On NFL

Over the course of the 2018 off-season, the New England Patriots office at Last Word on Pro Football will be highlighting a different historical Patriot great every week. This week, we will be taking a look at Babe Parilli's impact on the football world.
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Babe Parilli, Namath's 'Super' Backup, Dies at 87

Came to Jets in 1968 for 2 Years After Top College Career, 13 Seasons in NFL & AFL
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Today in NFL History
Steelers cut Ed O'Neill,
Neil Armstrong walks on the Moon​


July 20, 1969:
Actor Ed O'Neill (best known for Married... with Children and Modern Family) had his football career come to an end after being cut by the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Later that evening astronaut Neil Armstrong became the first man to walk on the moon.


Actor Ed O'Neill shares story of getting cut by Steelers, memories of Joe Greene, L.C. Greenwood

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Actor Recounts Memories of Steelers Greats

PITTSBURGH -- Before Ed O'Neill was one of Hollywood's favorite TV dads, he was a potential Pittsburgh Steelers player. On a recent episode of Games With Names,
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Neil Armstrong walks on moon | July 20, 1969 | HISTORY

American astronaut Neil Armstrong speaks these words to more than a billion people listening at home: “That’s one sma...
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At 10:56 p.m. EDT, American astronaut Neil Armstrong, 240,000 miles from Earth, speaks these words to more than a billion people listening at home: “That’s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind.” Stepping off the lunar module Eagle, Armstrong became the first human to walk on the surface of the moon.​

The American effort to send astronauts to the moon has its origins in a famous appeal President John F. Kennedy made to a special joint session of Congress on May 25, 1961: “I believe this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this decade is out, of landing a man on the moon and returning him safely to the Earth.” At the time, the United States was still trailing the Soviet Union in space developments, and Cold War-era America welcomed Kennedy’s bold proposal.​


At 9:32 a.m. on July 16, with the world watching, Apollo 11 took off from Kennedy Space Center with astronauts Neil Armstrong, Edwin Aldrin Jr., and Michael Collins aboard. Armstrong, a 38-year-old research pilot, was the commander of the mission. After traveling 240,000 miles in 76 hours, Apollo 11 entered a lunar orbit on July 19. The next day, at 1:46 p.m., the lunar module Eagle, manned by Armstrong and Aldrin, separated from the command module, where Collins remained. Two hours later, the Eagle began its descent to the lunar surface, and at 4:18 p.m. the craft touched down on the southwestern edge of the Sea of Tranquility. Armstrong immediately radioed to Mission Control in Houston, Texas, a famous message: “The Eagle has landed.”​

At 10:39 p.m., five hours ahead of the original schedule, Armstrong opened the hatch of the lunar module. As he made his way down the lunar module’s ladder, a television camera attached to the craft recorded his progress and beamed the signal back to Earth, where hundreds of millions watched in great anticipation. At 10:56 p.m., Armstrong spoke his famous quote, which he later contended was slightly garbled by his microphone and meant to be “that’s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind.” He then planted his left foot on the gray, powdery surface, took a cautious step forward, and humanity had walked on the moon.​


“Buzz” Aldrin joined him on the moon’s surface at 11:11 p.m., and together they took photographs of the terrain, planted a U.S. flag, ran a few simple scientific tests, and spoke with President Richard M. Nixon via Houston. By 1:11 a.m. on July 21, both astronauts were back in the lunar module and the hatch was closed. The two men slept that night on the surface of the moon, and at 1:54 p.m. the Eagle began its ascent back to the command module. Among the items left on the surface of the moon was a plaque that read: “Here men from the planet Earth first set foot upon the moon–July 1969 A.D–We came in peace for all mankind.”​

At 5:35 p.m., Armstrong and Aldrin successfully docked and rejoined Collins, and at 12:56 a.m. on July 22 Apollo 11 began its journey home, safely splashing down in the Pacific Ocean at 12:51 p.m. on July 24.​





 
Today in Patriots History
Myra Kraft​



July 20, 2011:
Myra Kraft passes away at the age of 68 after a lengthy battle with cancer



Pats owner Kraft's wife, a leading philanthropist, dies at 68

Myra Kraft, the wife of New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and a hard-working philanthropist dedicated to numerous causes, died Wednesday morning after a battle with cancer, the team said in a statement. She was 68.
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Myra Kraft, paragon of giving, dies

Myra Hiatt Kraft, who surrendered much of her privacy as a daughter and a spouse in families led by powerful men, then turned that sacrifice into a philanthropic tool for public good, died in her Brookline home of cancer yesterday. She was 68.
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Myra Kraft '64, philanthropist, Brandeis trustee, dead at 68 | BrandeisNOW

Trustee Myra (Hiatt) Kraft '64, who first visited Brandeis with her father as a child in the 1950s and over the next half-century became one of the university's most prominent and generous alumnae, died on July 20 after a long battle with cancer. She was 68.
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In August the Patriots announced they would dedicate the season to the memory of Myra Kraft by wearing a patch with her initials on it, in recognition of her lifelong contributions to the local and global community and her influence on the charitable mission of the entire Patriots organization. The patch would be worn on the left chest of every player throughout the season.




















 
Today in Patriots History
More 20th Century News​



July 20, 1969:
Larry Garron retires after nine seasons with the Patriots.

Garron was a four-time American Football League All-Star; he averaged 5.6 yards per carry in 1961 and 5.9 the following season. An original Patriot, he is a member of the Pats All-Decade Team of the 1960s.

Original Boston Patriots RB Larry Garron passed away

The New England Patriots are deeply saddened to learn of the loss of former Patriots running back Larry Garron, an original member of the Boston Patriots from 1960 through the 1968 season.
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Larry Garron, an original member of the Boston Patriots, dies at age 82

Larry Garron, an original member of the Boston Patriots, died at age 82, the team announced Saturday. Garron, who was born in 1937 in Marks, Mississippi, attended Western Illinois before joining the Patriots for their inaugural season in 1960. He played with the team through 1968, finishing his...
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July 20, 1975:
Jon Morris is traded to the Detroit Lions for a 1976 sixth round draft pick.

Morris played in all but one game from 1964 to 1972, and was named to the American Football League All Star Team / Pro Bowl in each of his first seven seasons. Morris kicked off a stretch of longtime solid centers for the Patriots:
1964-1972: Jon Morris
1973-1980: Bill Lenkaitis
1981-1986: Pete Brock


New England Patriots Of The Past: Jon Morris - Last Word On NFL

The New England Patriots have been home to a long line of star players who have made a long lasting impact on the game of football. This week, the New England Patriots office of Last Word on Pro Football will dive into Jon Morris, the great center of the 1960's and 1970's Patriots.
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Jon Morris elected into Patriots Hall of Fame

The New England Patriots announced today that center Jon Morris has been selected to the Patriots Hall of Fame by a 10-person senior selection committee.
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Jon Morris Elected Into Patriots Hall Of Fame - Holy Cross Athletics

Former Holy Cross standout to be honored.
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Hall of Fame doors swing open for Morris in Foxboro

A fourth-round draft choice of the Boston Patriots in 1964, Jon Morris is finally deemed worthy of the honor. A member of the Patriots’ 50th anniversary team, the old center is voted in by a 10-perso…
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Jon Morris to be enshrined in Pats Hall of Fame

Morris is the first player chosen for induction by the new senior selection committee.
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July 20, 1976:
Bob Geddes retires.

The backup inside linebacker was with the Pats for three seasons, and had appeared in 13 games the previous season.

Riverside City College Athletics

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July 20, 1978:
The Patriots re-sign Leon Gray to a two-year contract extension.

Unfortunately the Sullivans decided to save some money by trading Gray away to Houston a year later. At the time John Hannah reportedly said, "We just traded away our Super Bowl".

John Hannah inducts ‘dear friend’ Leon Gray into Patriots Hall of Fame

FOXBORO — Before they became one of the greatest guard-tackle tandems in NFL history, there was some uncertainty when the Patriots put Leon Gray on the left side of their offensive line next to John Hannah in the late 1970s. “It was kind…
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PATRIOTS NOTEBOOK: Hannah lauds late teammate Gray at team's Hall of Fame induction

FOXBORO — Leon Gray was a key force in bolstering the New England Patriots’ offensive line play in the 1970s, along with teammate and Pro Football Hall of Famer John
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July 20, 1984:
One week after training camp opens the team reports that Clarence Weathers will be out indefinitely after suffering a broken foot.

The wide receiver was limited to nine games in '84 and moved on to the Browns the following season.


Weathers was not the only player with an early injury. Rookie linebacker Dave Windham suffered a knee injury on the same day. A ninth round draft pick from Jackson State, Windham would be placed on Injured Reserve in August and released during the 1985 preseason. His only NFL playing time came in three replacement games for Washington during the strike in 1987.




July 20, 1985:
Patriots re-sign Guy Morriss

The center played in 59 games for the Pats at the end of his NFL career, from 1984 to 1987. After that he served as the team's offensive line coach in 1988-89. Morriss played in 217 NFL games from 1973 to 1987, the first eleven coming as the starting center for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Guy Morriss in Center of Things for Eagles and top-ranked at No. 50

The former second-round pick in 1973 stayed 11 seasons in Philly, wearing the No. 50 for 10 of those, and was our second-ranked player at No. 62 behind Jason Kelce
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July 20, 1987:
Roland James undergoes arthroscopic surgery on his knee.

The safety was limited to nine games and one start in '87.

Roland James recipient of the first Lee Flaxer Award

Roland James is honored by the Sharon Education Foundation as the first recipient of the Lee Flaxer Award.
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July 20, 1988:
The Patriots sign second round draft pick Vincent Brown of Mississippi Valley State

"The Undertaker" proceeded to become one of the best inside linebackers in Patriots history, even if he is not as well known as guys like Steve Nelson, Nick Buoniconti or Dont'a Hightower. Brown played in 123 games from 1988 to 1995, with 811 tackles - including an incredible 158 in 1993. At the urging of Bill Parcells, Brown returned too soon from arthroscopic knee surgery, then was let go a year later at the age of 31, when the knee was still balky after playing through pain for an entire season.


Brown earned better than he got from Pats

Does loyalty exist in professional sports? No. If it did, Vincent Brown still would be employed by the New England Patriots. Vincent Brown, 31, is a rare commodity in professional sports today. H…
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Although the Patriots hierarchy will not confirm it, the beginning the end of Brown’s Patriot career came last Aug. 1, when team physician Bert Zarins performed arthroscopic surgery on his left knee. At Parcell’s urging, Brown was asked to stick it out for the benefit of team. Now, they are sticking it to him.​

The Patriots have not publicly stated the reason why he was released, but he had potential problems with his surgically repaired knees and was scheduled to make $2.25 million this upcoming season.​

The irony in all of this is that Brown was always behind the scale when it came to compensation. For years, he was considered by his peers to be underpaid. Because he was always the best defender on one of the worst defensive teams in the NFL, he never got chosen to appear in the Pro Bowl. Consider for a moment how much better he would have been had he played behind the likes of Bruce Smith, Howie Long or Green Bay’s Reggie White (certainly not to be confused with the Patriots Reggie White).​




July 20, 1998:
Patriots re-sign exclusive rights free agent Adam Vinatieri to a one-year contract.

Patriots trim roster by seven

FOXBORO, Mass. (AP) — The New England Patriots began the process of trimming their roster by releasing seven players yesterday. The Patriots released running backs Rodney Byrd and Robert Green, wid…
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Homeless Man Loses With Pats' Win

Stood to win $1,600 off a $2 parlay card
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Today in Patriots History
News from the Aughts​


July 20, 2000:

Coates signs with Ravens - UPI Archives

After shuffling tight ends throughout the 1999 season, the Baltimore Ravens made a move to guarantee they would have the league's best tandem at the position...
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After shuffling tight ends throughout the 1999 season, the Baltimore Ravens made a move to guarantee they would have the league's best tandem at the position Thursday when they signed five-time Pro Bowl tight end Ben Coates to a one-year contract. That pairs him with Shannon Sharpe, a seven-time Pro Bowler, who was the team's marquee free agent signing during the offseason.​

Last season, the Ravens used Greg DeLong, A.J. Ofodile, Aaron Pierce, Lovett Purnell and Ryan Collins at the tight end position, and that quintet combined to make just 34 receptions for 251 yards.​

"I am intrigued by this signing," head coach Brian Billick said. "Ben Coates gives us quality depth at the tight end position. I'm intrigued with the possibility of having both Ben and Shannon on the field at the same time. Shannon is the starter, but Ben can spell him at times, plus winning teams have quality depth. Ben is of the highest quality."​


Coates was waived by the New England Patriots for salary cap purposes after a down season in '99, when he caught just 32 passes for 370 yards and two touchdowns.​

Chosen by New England in the fifth round of the 1991 draft, Coates set a franchise record for tight ends with 96 catches. That year, he also recorded a career-high 1,174 yards, the second-highest total ever by a Patriot, and earned the first of five straight Pro Bowl appearances.​

Coates ranks second among New England's all-time leaders in receptions (490) and touchdowns (50), while his 5,471 career receiving yards is good for third. His touchdown total is third in league history by tight ends, trailing only former NFL greats Jerry Smith of Washington (60) and Oakland's Dave Casper (52).​






July 20, 2005:
Tedy Bruschi elects to sit out the season while recovering from a stroke.

Bruschi to sit out 2005

Tedy Bruschi has decided to sit out the 2005 season while he continues to recover from a mild stroke suffered in mid-February. The Patriots issued a statement through media relations director Stacey James Wednesday afternoon.
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Pasquarelli: Bruschi's full-circle journey

Nearly three years ago, Tedy Bruschi suffered a stroke that imperiled not just his career but his life. The former University of Arizona star's comeback continues in suburban Phoenix with his fifth Super Bowl appearance.
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Patriots Sign 2005 Draft Picks Nick Kaczur and James Sanders

The New England Patriots signed two more members of the 2005 draft class today, offensive tackle Nick Kaczur and safety James Sanders. Terms of the agreements were not disclosed.
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Nick Kaczur, 25, was drafted by the Patriots in the third round of the 2005 NFL Draft (100th overall). The 6-foot-4-inch, 319-pound tackle started 51 games in his career at Toledo and was the first four-time All-Mid America Conference player in school history. In 2004, he started every game at left tackle and also recorded two rushes for 49 yards. The Brantford, Ontario native collected 85 knockdowns with 12 touchdown-resulting blocks for a Rockets offense that scored 58 touchdowns. In 2001, he became the first true freshman to start on the Toledo offensive line since 1978.​

James Sanders, 23, was drafted by the Patriots in the fourth round of the 2005 NFL Draft (133rd overall). The 5-foot-10-inch, 207-pound safety started 32 of 40 games in three seasons at Fresno State. The Porterville, Calif. native registered 238 career tackles (120 solo), 18 passes defensed and seven interceptions, including one returned for a touchdown. Sanders also excelled on special teams, recording three blocked kicks. An All-Western Athletic Conference selection in 2003 and 2004, Sanders added seven sacks, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries in his collegiate career. In 2003, he was the only sophomore on the All-Western Athletic Conference first-team.​





July 20, 2006:
The Pats waive Jeff Roehl, an offensive tackle originally signed as an undrafted rookie in 2003 by the Giants. Roehl was a victim of final roster cuts in 2005 after spending the entire offseason with the Pats, and had been allocated to NFL Europe earlier in 2006. After spending a couple years playing indoor football he became a music producer and DJ.

Suit: Former NFL Player Published Explicit Images Of Ex-Wife Without Permission

A former NFL player's ex-wife is suing him, alleging that his actions resulted in sexually explicit photos and videos of her being posted to several pornographic websites without her consent or knowledge.
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From the Gridiron to the Groove: The Xonic Story - EDM Chicago

Former NFL Lineman Set to DJ Third Major Summer Music Fest at Friday at North Coast It was a vision inspired by a mouse. Or rather, a mau5. One hot July evening a little over three years ago, Joel Zimmerman (better known as Deadmau5) brought his classically-inspired melodies and thumping...
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Today in Patriots History
News from the 2010s​



July 20, 2010:
Bret Lockett is re-signed as an exclusive rights free agent.

The backup safety and special teamer played in ten games for the Pats that season before landing on IR with a groin injury. More injuries were the hallmark of his stay in New England: he was placed on IR at the end of camp in 2011 with a chest injury, and again in 2012 due to a groin injury. According to his social media the self promoter is in SoCal now, working as a corporate trainer and business consultant by helping entrepreneurs and executives find more revenue paths.

Patriots’ Bret Lockett: I was keeping up with Kim Kardashian!

Little-known New England Patriots safety- – and r&b star wannabe – Bret Lockett insisted yesterday that he and celebutante Kim Kardashian had a sexting fling even after the reality TV chick, who is engaged, threatened legal a…
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Guess Who Admits He's Never Met Kim Kardashian? (Hint: Bret Lockett)

So much for Bret Lockett just going away. But at least the NFL player admitted on CNN's Showbiz Tonight that he has never met Kim Kardashian, the woman he has claimed he had a five-month "physical relationship" with while the E! star was involved with Kris Humphries, who is now her fianc.
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NFL Safety Bret Lockett Bares His Skin to Save Animals' Skin | PETA

Football player Bret Lockett is taking to the field for animals in a new PETA ad in which he urges people to keep fur out of their wardrobes.
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July 20, 2012:

Gino Cappelletti Retires From Patriots Radio Team

Gino “The Duke” Cappelletti has decided to retire from the Patriots radio broadcast team after 32 years as the team’s iconic color analyst.
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Gino Cappelletti retires from Patriots radio team

By Chad Finn, Boston.com Staff When the Patriots make their preseason debut August 9, a voice that accompanied generations of fans on autumn Sundays for more than three decades will be absent from the team’s radio broadcast. Gino Cappelletti, known affectionately as “Mr. Patriot” for his...
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When the Patriots make their preseason debut August 9, a voice that accompanied generations of fans on autumn Sundays for more than three decades will be absent from the team’s radio broadcast.​

Gino Cappelletti, known affectionately as “Mr. Patriot” for his on-field exploits during the franchise’s early years before embarking on a 32-year career as the popular color analyst on the team’s radio broadcasts, has decided to retire.​

Gil Santos, his partner for 28 years on the broadcasts and the past 21 consecutively, will return for his 36th year in the booth. Scott Zolak, the former Patriots quarterback who thrived in an innovative sideline-based third analyst role last season, is expected to succeed Cappelletti on 98.5 The Sports Hub’s broadcasts, though that decision is yet to be finalized.​

The gentlemanly Cappelletti, 78, was not available for comment Thursday night, but he said in a statement through CBS Radio that it has been tremendously rewarding to watch the Patriots develop into one of the NFL’s signature franchises.​


Santos and Cappelletti, paired together from 1972-78 and consecutively from 1991 through last season, had many successful days of work. With Santos’s classic baritone and Cappelletti’s genial manner, they were the unofficial voices of fall in New England. During their heyday Patriots fans liked to say they turned down the sound on the television so they could listen to the broadcasters they knew simply as Gil and Gino. Their call of Adam Vinatieri’s winning field goal in Super Bowl XXXVI remains an all-time classic.​

But in recent years, the game seemed to speed up on Cappelletti, and gaffes became more prevalent during the broadcast. Adding Zolak to the team last year was a graceful way of providing support while letting Cappelletti go out on his own terms. But for generations of Patriots fans, it won’t be quite the same without him.​





July 20, 2012:
The Patriots formally announced the signing of rookie Dont'a Hightower, which had been reported by various sources in the previous days. The linebacker was the 25th overall pick of the 2012 draft, from Alabama. The Pats traded up to get him, sending a first-round pick (31st overall) and a fourth-round pick (126th overall) to Denver to move up six spots for his rights.

Hightower was the last of the Pats' seven 2012 draft picks to agree to terms on a deal, a day before training camp opened. The previous season Hightower was a first-team All-America selection by the Associated Press and a second-team All-SEC selection . . . which seems odd, as if it should be the other way around. Regardless, he started 12 games for the Crimson Tide, leading them with 85 tackles (11 for a loss), four sacks, eight quarterback hits, one interception and one forced fumble.






July 20, 2012:
New England releases rookie free agent WR Matt Roark.

It's never a good sign for your pro football career when a team gives up on you this quickly, and that was the case here: the 6'5 receiver never drew interest from any NFL team after that - but he remains a legend in Lexington, Kentucky.

Kentucky Wildcats Football: The legend of Matt Roark is born

<p style="text-align: center"><!-- image removed --></p> The story of Matt Roark is a movie script waiting to happen...
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Patriots Release Rookie WR Matt Roark

The New England Patriots released rookie WR Matt Roark today.
www.patriots.com





July 20, 2014:
The Patriots sign free agent Nate Byham.

A sixth round pick by San Francisco, the tight end from Pitt was considered to be one of the best blocking tight ends of the 2010 draft. Byham played in a handful of games for the Niners and Bucs from 2010 to 2013; Foxborough was his last NFL stop when the Pats released him five days later.

Nate Byham - Associate Head Coach / Co-Offensive Coordinator / Offensive Line Coach - Staff Directory - University at Albany Great Danes

Nate Byham enters his ninth season at UAlbany in 2022 after competing for four seasons as an NFL tight end. He currently is the team’s Associate Head Coach/Co-Offensive
ualbanysports.com

Report: Patriots reach deal with TE Nate Byham

The Patriots are reportedly set to add a veteran tight end in advance of training camp.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.com





July 20, 2017:
Chase Farris is waived with a non-football injury designation.

The Pats had signed the guard from Ohio State to their practice squad on October 5, 2016. While preparing for training camp on his own time he tore his Achilles tendon and would have missed the 2017 season regardless. Farris never re-signed with another NFL team, though he did play in the short-lived Alliance of American Football in 2019. He had graduated from Ohio State with a bachelor's in Consumer and Family Financial Services, and now works as a financial representative for Northwestern Mutual in Columbus Ohio.

Patriots release OL Chase Farris

With training camp starting up in a week, the Patriots have a roster spot to fill. On Thursday, the team released offensive lineman Chase Farris from their 90-man roster. Farris signed with the Pa…
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Elyria native, former NFL player Chase Farris becomes new director of Elyria nonprofit Save our Children

Elyria nonprofit Save Our Children has appointed Elyria native and professional football player Chase Farris as their executive director.
chroniclet.com

Elyria's Living Black History Spotlight: Chase Farris | City of Elyria

3 Questions for Chase Farris: 1. What does being a living example of Black history mean to you? If you would have told me at 17, this would be in my 10-year plan, I wouldn’t have believed it. It’s a blessing and an honor to impact people and effect change – especially in my current […]
www.cityofelyria.org





July 20, 2018:
Offensive tackle Andrew Jelks retires from the NFL without having played a single down.

The Pats signed Jelks as an undrafted rookie in 2017 despite his having missed the entire 2015 and 2016 seasons at Vanderbilt due to preseason injuries. The Patriots placed Jelks on the reserve/non-football injury list on September 2, 2017 due to a torn ACL suffered during pre-season workouts his senior year at Vanderbilt; he remained on the NFI last for the entire year. (Note: NFI has no minimum salary like IR does.) Rookies were scheduled to report to training camp on July 22 in 2018, so I am speculating that Jelks failed his physical, leading to the retirement.

Andrew Jelks, New England Patriots' mystery lineman, retires after missing 3 straight football seasons

Less than a week before training camp, it seems that we won't get a chance to see the potential of the team's mystery man
www.masslive.com

Patriots Sign Sony Michel; Place OL Andrew Jelks on Reserve/Retired List

The Patriots announced today the signing of first-round draft pick RB Sony Michel. In addition, the Patriots announced that OL Andrew Jelks has been placed on the reserve/retired list.
www.patriots.com
 
Today in Patriots History
News from the 2020s​



July 20, 2021:
Question: who did the Patriots draft with the compensatory pick for losing Tom Brady in free agency?
Answer: DE Ronnie Perkins


Patriots sign 2021 third-round pick linebacker Ronnie Perkins

The New England Patriots announced today the signing of 2021 third-round draft pick LB Ronnie Perkins.
www.patriots.com

Patriots sign 3rd-round pick Ronnie Perkins to rookie deal

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots have signed defensive end Ronnie Perkins to a rookie contract, leaving only one member of their 2021 draft class unsigned with training camp set to open next week.
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The Patriots have signed defensive end Ronnie Perkins to a rookie contract, leaving only one member of their 2021 draft class unsigned with training camp set to open next week. Defensive lineman Christian Barmore, a second-round pick out of Alabama, is the lone rookie yet to agree to terms on a contract.​

Perkins, a third-round pick out of Oklahoma, played in 33 career games with 25 starts for the Sooners and finished his college career with 99 total tackles, including 16½ sacks.​

The Patriots will be looking for both he and Barmore to inject some youth into a defensive line that returns Lawrence Guy and Deatrich Wise, along with free agent pickups Davon Godchaux, Henry Anderson and Montravius Adams.​

Below is a column from April 30, 2021 when Perkins was drafted:

Patriots select Oklahoma defensive end Ronnie Perkins with 96th pick in 2021 NFL Draft

The New England Patriots selected Oklahoma defensive end Ronnie Perkins with the 96th pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. Perkins was the Patriots’ second defensive selection on Friday, after they traded up to No. 38 to draft Christian Barmore. “Honestly, it’s surreal,” Perkins said on Friday after he...
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Perkins finished his career at Oklahoma, he tallied 32 tackles for a loss and 16½ sacks. Scouts praised his hustle and his ability to get into the opponent at the point of attack. NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlien described Perkins as a “very average athlete” whose production is due to his toughness and his motor.​

Perkins was suspended for the first five games of 2020 after reportedly failing a drug test for marijuana. When he returned, he tallied 10½ tackles for a loss and 5½ sacks.​


Asked about his suspension on Friday, Perkins said he had to figure some things out as a person.​

“[I was] dealing with some off-the-field stuff that kind of affected me on the field,” he said. “So really just taking the whole situation and learning from it and taking it into this draft process and learning from that situation like I said. Just becoming an NFL player, learning not to make that mistake again and learning how to deal with that off-the-field issue.”​

The Patriots’ pick was a compensatory selection, given to them for losing Tom Brady in free agency.​

The package the Patriots traded to move up included the No. 46 pick, as well as No. 122 and 139. The Patriots still have a pick in the fourth round (120) as well as selections 188, 197 and 242.​


Ronnie Perkins finished 2021 and 2022 on injured reserve. Denver signed Perkins off the Pats practice squad early in 2023, and he played in seven games for the Broncos - which is seven more than the number of games he played for the Patriots.

Not exactly what one is hoping for when you trade up for a Day Two draft pick. . . . .





July 20, 2022:
Raekwon McMillan is activated from the PUP list.

The Patriots had signed the inside linebacker early in free agency the previous year, but he was lost for the 2021 season after suffering a torn ACL in a training camp practice. McMillan would begin 2022 as a starter next to Ja'Whaun Bentley, but was relegated to special teams and a backup as the season progressed. Somewhat surprisingly the Patriots signed him to an extension in 2023 - and during OTAs in May he suffered a partially torn Achilles tendon, resulting in another season on IR.

McMillan was waived in November of 2024. Between the two stints on IR, he played in 25 games with five starts for the Pats, with 80 tackles. His signature moment came in a December 12, 2012 at Arizona. with the score tied at 13 late in the third quarter, McMillan picked up a fumble after a short completion from Colt McCoy to DeAndre Hopkins, and raced 23 yards down the right sideline for what turned out to be the game-winning touchdown.








July 20, 2025:

Patriots Sign First-Year DT David Olajiga

The Patriots announced today the signing of first-year DT David Olajiga as part of the NFL’s International Pathway Program.
www.patriots.com

Patriots Add David Olajiga Via NFL’s International Player Pathway

The New England Patriots will carry an active roster of 91 into training camp after adding defensive tackle David Olajiga, a native of London, England.
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A native of London, England, and an alum of The John Fisher School, Olajiga brings a roster exemption to Gillette Stadium. The 27-year-old appeared in one game as a tight end at Butler Community College in 2020 before transferring to Central Missouri. From 2021 through 2023, he totaled 98 tackles, including 20 for loss, across 32 games with the Mules.​

Patriots add David Olajiga as International Pathway player

The New England Patriots have added defensive tackle David Olajiga as their International Pathway Program player
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By releasing UDFA Wilfried Pene last month, the Patriots had an open spot for a player in the NFL's International Pathway Program (IPP). They filled that by signing defensive tackle David Olajiga on Sunday morning. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport was the first to report the signing.​

As an IPP player, Olajiga doesn't count against the Patriots' roster total, which is full at 90 players. Come roster cuts, the team can keep him on the practice squad without him counting against the 16-player total. If he were to make the 53-man roster he'd lose his IPP status and continue to count against the roster total.​

The Patriots have had success with the Pathway Program in the past. Perhaps the most notable example is fullback Jakob Johnson, who originally joined the team as an IPP player in 2019 and went on to start at fullback for two years in New England before moving on to the Las Vegas Raiders and New York Giants.​







July 20, 2026:
 
Today in Patriots History
Ricky Smith​



Happy 66th birthday to Ricky Smith
Born July 20, 1960 in Quincy, Florida
Patriots KR/PR/DB, 1982-84; uniform #27
Pats 6th round (131st overall) selection of the 1982 draft, from Alabama State
Pats résumé: three seasons, 26 games




[*]- Played in 26 games for the Pats, plus one playoff game.
[*]- Averaged 22.5 yards on 67 kickoff returns, with one touchdown.
[*]- His 98-yard kickoff return provided the only points in a 1982 week 2 Pats loss to the Jets.
[*]- Averaged 9.9 yards on 54 punt returns, with a long of 55 yards.
[*]- No picks, but eight fumble recoveries, including six in 1983.
[*]- Played in 49 NFL games from 1982 to 1987 with New England, Washington and Detroit.
[*]- Had a 34-yard 4th quarter pick-six in 1987 to seal a Lions victory over Atlanta.
[*]- Was also on the practice squads for Miami in 1985 and Indy in 1986.
[*]- No relation to the former Bruins defenseman.
[*]- No relation to the owner of the former Pontiac auto dealership in Weymouth either.



Ricky Smith returns a kickoff during a 1982 game at Schaefer Stadium​


Ricky Smith Pro Football Record

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Smith was also a long jumper for the Alabama State Hornets track and field team. He finished 4th in the long jump at the 1979 NAIA men's outdoor track and field championship.​




New England's original Rick Smith​
 
Today in Patriots History
Malcolm Mitchell​


Happy 34th birthday to Malcolm Mitchell
Born July 20, 1992 in Valdosta, Georgia
Patriots wide receiver, 2016-2017; uniform #19
Pats 4th round (112th overall) selection of the 2016 draft, from Georgia
Pats résumé: 14 games, 32 receptions for 401 yards, four TD
Postseason: two games, 7 receptions, 75 yards; one super bowl ring


"Malcolm Mitchell -- Official Georgia Highlights"
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Malcolm Mitchell's rookie season reached its apex in Super Bowl LI, when he caught all five passes thrown his way in the fourth quarter (four of those for first downs), as the Patriots defeated Atlanta in epic fashion. Overall Mitchell had six receptions on seven targets for 70 yards in the game.

Little did we know at the time, that would be Mitchell's last NFL game. He was placed on injured reserve just prior to the start the 2017 season, and was waived in early August of 2018 after still experiencing knee problems.



Feb 5, 2017: Malcolm Mitchell catches a pass during Super Bowl 51 in front of Atlanta Falcons' Jalen Collins


"Malcolm Mitchell Career Patriots Highlights" - 3:00 video










I found it interesting that when I google the words 'Malcolm Mitchell', the search engine does not respond with the subtitle 'former football player' like it does for nearly every other retired NFL player - but instead returns with the description 'Malcolm Mitchell - author and poet'.

Read With Malcolm |

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"Malcolm Mitchell: Learning to Read Like a Champion"
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Sept 1, 2013:

Georgia's Malcolm Mitchell out for season with knee injury

ATHENS, Ga. - Georgia has lost one of its most explosive offensive players for the season. Wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell is done for the year after tearing the ACL in his right knee, coach Mark Ri…
www.augustachronicle.com

March 24, 2014:

Georgia WR Malcolm Mitchell out for remainder of spring

Georgia's Malcolm Mitchell has suffered a leg injury in his attempt to recover from last fall's ACL tear and will miss the rest of spring camp.
www.cbssports.com

August 3, 2014:

Malcolm Mitchell suffers another knee injury

University of Georgia senior wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell will be sidelined yet again for a right knee injury, this time a cartilage injury suffered while running routes.
www.redandblack.com

April 30, 2016:

Malcolm Mitchell selected by the New England Patriots in the fourth round of the NFL draft

Malcolm Mitchell shouldn’t have any quarterback issues in his new home. The former UGA receiver was selected with the 112th pick in the 2016 NFL Draft by the New England Patriots in the fourth round.
www.dawgnation.com

April 30, 2016:

Patriots select Georgia wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell with 112th pick in NFL draft

FOXBOROUGH — Tom Brady has a new weapon. The New England Patriots added Georgia wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell to their offense with the 112th overall pick of the NFL draft on Saturday in the fourth round. At 6-foot and 198-pounds, Mitchell is not the biggest wideout in this year’s draft class...
www.boston.com

April 30, 2016:

WR Malcolm Mitchell Wants To Show Patriots 'They Made A Good Decision' To Draft Him

Here is what new Patriots receiver Malcolm Mitchell had to say to reporters after being drafted.
boston.cbslocal.com

April 30, 2016:

Patriots add two new targets for Tom Brady on final day of draft

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. >> The Patriots picked up two new targets for Tom Brady or whoever is...
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April 30, 2016:

New England Patriots | NFL Season Preview 2017

Why we’re going all the way The New England Patriots were the most well-rounded team in the NFL last season, and they spent the offseason getting better. The Patriots are entering with the same coordinators for the sixth straight season; the offense upgraded with players...
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May 4, 2016:

The book on Patriots” Malcolm Mitchell is all perseverance & heart

Pratina Woods stared at the piece of paper for months.It remained there in her mother’s three-bedroom house in Valdosta, Ga., as a symbol of a haunting past that Woods dreaded would continue to stunt her family’s future.…
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May 6, 2016:

Patriots sign eight of their nine 2016 Draft picks; Sign eight rookie free agents; Release Joey Iosefa

The New England Patriots announced today the signing of eight of their nine 2016 NFL Draft selections. In addition, Patriots signed eight rookie free agents today and released RB Joey Iosefa.
www.patriots.com

Jan 30, 2019:

After 10 surgeries, Malcolm Mitchell still hopes to return to NFL

In his last game with the Patriots, he was instrumental in the Super Bowl LI comeback. Now he's eyeing his own comeback after missing two seasons.
www.espn.com

March 24, 2019:

Former Patriots wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell announces retirement

Two years after catching five fourth-quarter passes in the Patriots’ comeback in Super Bowl LI, wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell is leaving the NFL for his next chapter. Mitchell struggled with lingering knee injuries and was limited to a single preseason game after his heroics in the Patriots’...
www.boston.com

March 24, 2019:

Here's Reminder Of Just How Good Malcolm Mitchell Was In Super Bowl LI - NESN.com

Malcolm Mitchell announced his retirement Saturday, and that really stinks. A fourth-round pick of the New England Patriots in 2016, Mitchell once look destined to be a fixture of the team’s offense and a favorite of quarterback Tom Brady. The University of Georgia product hauled in 32 catches...
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March 24, 2019:

Mitchell played a part in Patriots history

Unable to come back from knee woes, Malcolm Mitchell announced his retirement from pro football. Mitchell's contribution to the Patriots' historic 34-28
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March 28, 2019:

Malcolm Mitchell reflects on time with Patriots, decision to retire

After announcing his retirement from football, Malcolm Mitchell reflects on his time in New England.
www.patriots.com

August 20, 2019:

Former Patriots WR Malcolm Mitchell releases emotional short film on post-NFL life

Malcolm Mitchell’s life after football has not been easy. His NFL career started out with so much promise after being drafted by the New England Patriots in 2016. Mitchell, as a rookie, played an important role in the team’s historic Super Bowl LI comeback win over the Atlanta Falcons with six...
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Sept 17, 2019:

Malcolm Mitchell on the Patriots, his art, and finding a purpose in life after football

Malcolm Mitchell’s last football game was the 2017 Super Bowl. After a solid career at the University of Georgia, Mitchell established himself at the next level during his rookie season with the Patriots. He inked a million-dollar rookie contract, started in games, and was delivering on the...
www.boston.com

Jan 10, 2021:

New England Patriots' Malcolm Mitchell releases new picture book

The former wide receiver just released his second children’s book, “My Very Favorite Book In The Whole Wide World.”
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May 29, 2024:

Super Bowl champion and literacy advocate Malcolm Mitchell on the importance of reading

"Everything I learned from football—whether resilience, accountability, change, or overcoming adversity—has crafted my mentality to reading and bringing it to others."
www.atlantamagazine.com



Malcolm Mitchell Pro Football Record

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Malcolm Mitchell - Wikipedia

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Today in Patriots History
A Sad Ending:
Phillip Adams​


In memory of Phillip Adams, RIP, who would have turned 38 today
Born July 20, 1988 in Rock Hill, South Carolina
Died April 8, 2021 at the age of 32 in Rock Hill, South Carolina
Patriots cornerback/safety, 2011; uniform #26
Signed as a free agent on September 21, 2011
Pats résumé: one season, six games




[*]- Signed and released three times during the 2011 season.
[*]- Played in six games for the Pats with one interception, one pass deflection, eight tackles (seven solo) and one quarterback hit.
[*]- Was with six teams over six NFL seasons, playing in 78 games from 2010 to 2015.
[*]- Previously played for the 49ers, and later with the Seahawks, Raiders, Jets and Falcons.
[*]- Was a 7th round draft pick by San Francisco in 2010, from South Carolina State (Div 1 FCS level school in the MEAC).
[*]- On April 7, 2021 he shot and killed six people at a house in South Carolina; he took his own life after a standoff the following day.


Oct 14, 2011:

Patriots Sign DT Marcus Harrison; Release DB Phillip Adams

The New England Patriots announced today that the team has signed DT Marcus Harrison.
www.patriots.com
Adams, 5-11, 192 pounds, was originally signed by the Patriots on Sept. 21 and was active but did not play in the games at Buffalo on Sept. 25 and at Oakland on Oct. 2 before being released on Oct. 8 and signed again on Oct. 13. He was originally drafted in 2010 by San Francisco in the seventh round (224 overall) out of South Carolina State. Adams played in 15 games for the 49ers last season and finished with 13 total tackles and one pass defensed.​


Nov 23, 2011:

Right place, right time for Adams

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Give Phillip Adams credit for being brutally honest. Asked after Monday's win over the Chiefs what he saw on the play that produced his first NFL interception, the second-year corner smiled and admitted it wasn't overly complicated.
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Adams, a former seventh-round pick (224th overall) of the San Francisco 49ers, was initially signed by New England in late September and was on and off the roster for a bit before injuries and departures created an opportunity for him. Over the past four games, Adams has appeared on 129 defensive snaps while serving as a nickel corner and Monday was his best game of the season.​

Not only did Adams register his first pro interception, but, according to target stats logged by analytical site Pro Football Focus, he allowed only one 7-yard reception on three targets (in 19 total pass coverage situations). In fact, in PFF's game grades, Adams was second behind only defensive end Andre Carter in overall rating.​

For the season, Adams has allowed seven catches for 87 yards in 13 targets (during 85 pass coverage situations). He hasn't allowed a touchdown and opposing quarterbacks have a mere 42.8 rating while throwing at him.​


Nov 29, 2011:

Patriots release DB Phillip Adams

The New England Patriots released cornerback Phillip Adams on Tuesday.Adams, a seventh-round pick of the San Francisco 49ers in 2010, has had three stints with the Patriots this season, appearing in six games.
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Adams, a seventh-round pick of the San Francisco 49ers in 2010, has had three stints with the Patriots this season, appearing in six games. With injuries, he's worked as slot corner in recent weeks and appeared on a season-high 51 snaps against the Eagles. Overall, Adams has played 180 total defensive snaps while appearing at corner in the last five games (he also played on special teams).​

Adams' release could be a positive sign for the health of second-year cornerback Devin McCourty, who has sat out the last two games after injuring his shoulder against the Jets in Week 10.​


April 8, 2021:

Former NFL, Patriots Player Phillip Adams Killed 5 People, Then Himself In South Carolina

The gunman who killed five people including a prominent doctor in South Carolina was former NFL player Phillip Adams, who killed himself early Thursday, according to a source who was briefed on the investigation.
boston.cbslocal.com

Authorities: Phillip Adams, ex-NFL player who had brief stint with the Patriots, killed 5 and then himself in South Carolina

A source briefed on a mass killing in South Carolina says the gunman who killed five people including a prominent doctor was former NFL player Phillip Adams
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Two weeks later there are still more questions than answers about former NFL player Phillip Adams

On April 7, former NFL player Phillip Adams shot and killed six people, including two children, in his hometown of Rock Hill, South Carolina, before killing himself. Why? Nobody can say for sure. But here's what we know.
www.espn.com
On April 7, a former NFL football player, Phillip Adams, emerged from the woods behind the Lesslies' property in Rock Hill with two handguns -- a .45-caliber and 9 mm -- and opened fire. He shot and killed Robert, 70, Barbara, 69, Adah, 9, and Noah, 5. He also shot and killed two air conditioning repairmen, James Lewis and Robert Shook, both 38, working at the house before Adams fled to another location, where police said Adams shot and killed himself after a standoff. He was 32.​

No known motive exists, and the connection between Adams and the Lesslies, if even one existed prior to April 7, remains unknown as well.​


Dec 14, 2021:

Autopsy shows 'severe' CTE in ex-NFLer Adams

An autopsy of former NFL player Phillip Adams, accused of fatally shooting six people in April before killing himself, showed unusually severe brain disease.
www.espn.com
An autopsy revealed unusually severe brain disease in the frontal lobe of the former NFL player accused of fatally shooting six people in Rock Hill, South Carolina, before killing himself in April, authorities announced Tuesday.​

The 20 years that former cornerback Phillip Adams spent playing football "definitely ... gave rise" to a diagnosis of Stage 2 chronic traumatic encephalopathy, said Dr. Ann McKee, who examined his brain.​

The degenerative disease known as CTE is linked to head trauma and concussions that has been shown to cause a range of symptoms, including violent mood swings and memory loss.​


March 29, 2024:

Family of ex-NFL player who killed 6 others in Rock Hill adds NFL to ongoing lawsuit

Phillip Adams' family has now added the National Football League to their complaint against South Carolina State University.
www.wcnc.com
Nearly three years after former professional football player Phillip Adams killed six people and then himself in Rock Hill, South Carolina, his family is now adding the National Football League to their lawsuit against his alma mater.​

A judge in Orangeburg County's civil court granted a motion by Adams' estate on Monday, March 25, to add the NFL to their ongoing complaint against South Carolina State University. The new complaint against the league largely mirrors the one filed against the school: that the NFL failed to properly care for Adams and had him play a sport that caused him head trauma.​




Phillip Adams Pro Football Record

The trusted source for pro football information about Phillip Adams. Get statistics, transactions. biographical data and more at Pro Football Archives.
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Today in Patriots History
Larry Linne​



Happy 64th birthday to Larry Linne
Born July 20, 1962 in Baltimore
Patriots wide receiver, 1987; uniform #80
Signed as an undrafted rookie from Texas-El Paso on May 20, 1986
Pats résumé: three games, 11 receptions, two touchdowns
two offseasons and training camps, and one year on IR



[*]- Played in all three 1987 replacement player games.
[*]- Led the Pats in replacement-game receptions (11), receiving yards (158) and touchdowns (2).
[*]- Also played on special teams, with five punt returns.
[*]- Has had one of the most successful post-football business careers of any former Patriot.


Larry Linne -- Intellectual Innovations
Larry G. Linne is one of the business world’s most innovative thinkers. Known for making the complex simple, Larry’s powerful thinking strategies combined with his broad and varied experiences has led to a significant, far-reaching career.​

From pro football player to CEO of multiple companies to published author, Larry speaks to thousands of business leaders each year who run world-class organizations. His ideas and training tools have been implemented in businesses of all classifications, ranging from small businesses to Fortune 100 companies.​


InCite

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Larry has one of the broadest experiences and skillset in the financial services industry. He has served as the CEO of InCite Performance Group since 2009, joining the company in 2005 and becoming a partner in 2014. Previously, he was the VP of Sales and Consulting at Manuel Lujan Insurance Agency in Albuquerque, NM. He is also a Certified Exit Planner (CExP™) through the Business Enterprise Institute, a designation he has held since 2014.​

Larry Linne

Larry is currently the President & CEO of Sitkins International and the author of Make the Noise Go Away.
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Larry Linne Pro Football Record

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Today in Patriots History
Cups of Coffee​



Happy 38th birthday to Terrell McClain
Born July 20, 1988 in Pensacola, Florida
Patriots defensive tackle, 2012; uniform #93
Signed as a free agent on September 26, 2012
Pats résumé: 11 snaps in one game, a 52-28 victory over Buffalo


Terrell McClain is part of a long list of busts that were signed as reclamation projects by Bill Belichick. Unfortunately his bum knee from, from a late 2011 injury, did not cooperate with the plan. McClain eventually got healthy, and ended up having a nine-year, 92-game NFL career, plus two more seasons in the CFL.

McClain is from Tampa's University of South Florida (somebody needs a geography lesson or a map), the same school that produced Patriot players OT Kenyatta Jones, LB Tyrone McKenzie, LB Eric Lee, RB D'Ernest Johnson, TE Mitchell Wilcox, and OT Demontrey Jacobs.


[*]- Third round (65th overall) draft pick by Carolina in 2011, from South Florida.
[*]- Placed on IR with a knee injury Dec 6, 2011; waived at the end of training camp in 2012.
[*]- Signed by the Pats on September 26, 2012 when Marcus Forston was waived.
[*]- Played in one game for the Pats: a 52-28 week four victory at Buffalo on September 30.
[*]- Cut three days later on October 2, 2012 to make room on the roster for Bobby Carpenter.
[*]- Played in 92 games with 34 starts for eight teams over nine NFL seasons.
[*]- Signed a three-year contract with Dallas in 2016.
[*]- Signed a four-year, $21 million contract with Washington in 2017.
[*]- Signed a one-year, $4 million contract with Atlanta in 2018.
[*]- Signed a one-year, $1 million contract with Arizona in 2019.
[*]- Signed mid-season by Kansas City in 2019.
[*]- Signed mid-season by Las Vegas in 2019.
[*]- Worked out by Baltimore in 2020, but no contract.

Terrell McClain - Football - USF Athletics

Terrell McClain (97) Defensive Tackle - Terrell McClain - Career Stats Year GP-GS SOLO AST TOT TFL SACKS QBH PBU FF FR 2007 11-0 6 2 8 4-10 0-0 1 1 0 1 2008 12-9 19 13 32 3.5-22 3.0-21 1 0 1 0 2009 13-11...
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Panthers sign DT Dwan Edwards

The Panthers parted ways Sunday with defensive tackle Terrell McClain, last year's third-round draft pick, and replaced him with free agent Dwan Edwards, an eight-year veteran who was cut Friday by the Buffalo Bills.
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Patriots sign Panthers draft bust Terrell McClain

It’s only been a few weeks since former Panthers defensive tackle Terrell McClain was the highest-drafted member of the 2011 Draft class to be cut by the team that picked him (a title since stolen by former Eagles safety Jaiquawn Jarrett).
profootballtalk.nbcsports.com

Source: McClain waived; Austin off PS

The Patriots waived defensive tackle Terrell McClain on Tuesday, a league source confirmed. In addition, the team terminated the contract of practice squad offensive lineman Thomas Austin.
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2009: #97 Terrell McClain and #95 George Selvie bear down on Florida State QB Christian Ponder​
 
Today in New England Football History
July 20​



Other pro football players with New England connections born on this date include:

Ron Stone, 55; (born July 20, 1971)
Born and raised in Boston, Stone went to West Roxbury High School and Boston College.

A fourth round draft pick by Dallas in 1994, he was named to three straight Pro Bowls in the early 2000s while with the Giants and Niners. Stone played in 173 games over 12 seasons from 1994 to 2005, plus 11 playoff games. He also played in two Super Bowls, winning a championship in Super Bowl 30 when Dallas beat Pittsburgh.

O-Line U

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Ron Stone (2008) - Varsity Club Hall of Fame - Boston College Athletics

Boston College Athletics
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Raiders re-sign offensive guard Stone

The Oakland Raiders re-signed offensive lineman Ron Stone, just a week after waiving him in a salary-cap maneuver.
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The name isn’t as important as the title for Ron Stone Jr. in quest to be starting “Rush” LB at Washington State

Everything considered, it’s a pretty trivial matter. But since Washington State’s redshirt freshman “Rush” linebacker could see some real playing time in the near future, we might as well settle the debate now, if only to make it easier on the broadcasters who’ll be calling his name and the...
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Who Is Green Bay Packers Star Jordan Love's Wife? All About Ronika Stone

Jordan Love and Ronika Stone married in June 2025. Get to know Green Bay Packers star Jordan Love's wife.
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Jordan Love’s love story just entered a new chapter

Love announced Sunday on Instagram that he's engaged to Ronika Stone.
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Today in Pro Football History
July 20​



Other pro football players of note born on July 20:

- **** Stanfel (1927-2015);
Hall of Fame guard was a five-time All Pro for Detroit and Washington in the fifties, winning two NFL championships.


- Jake Scott (1945-2020);
five-time Pro Bowl safety won two Super Bowls with Miami in the seventies.


- Jordan Gross, 46 (1980);
Pro Bowl left tackle for Carolina started 167 games over his 11-year career from 2003 to 2013.


- Casey Wiegmann, 53 (1973);
the center played in 227 games from 1997-2011, mostly with the Chiefs.


- D.J. Williams, 44 (1982);
linebacker played nine of his 11 seasons for Denver, making 897 tackles with 75 tackles for a loss.





A couple of announcer's nightmares (and torture for the kid - as well as their teachers - growing up):

John Prchlik (1925-2003);
John Prchlik went to Yale and was drafted by the Boston Yanks in 1947. He won two NFL championships as a defensive tackle for the Bobby Layne-era Detroit Lions over the Cleveland Browns in the early fifties.


Dave 'Buster' Hathcock, 83 (born July 20, 1943).
The defensive back won a championship with Green Bay in a game that would later become known as Super Bowl I.

Buster Hathcock ... smh.
 
Today in Patriots History
News from the Aughts​


July 20, 2006:

Tabloid news on BB

http://thetrack.bostonherald.com/moreTrack/view.bg?articleid=149076
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http://thetrack.bostonherald.com/moreTrack/view.bg?articleid=149076

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Here's a quote:

Belichick named ‘Other Man’ in nasty N.J. divorce
 By Gayle Fee and Laura Raposa
Thursday, July 20, 2006 - Updated: 01:27 AM EST

Bill Belichick has been named The Other Man in an ugly New Jersey divorce case and the jilted hubby has asked the court to let his lawyers quiz the New England Patriots head coach about his relationship with the missus, a blond fortysomething mother of two.

Vincent Shenocca, a 42-year-old New Jersey construction worker, filed for divorce from his wife, Sharon, a former...
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SVN said:
http://thetrack.bostonherald.com/moreTrack/view.bg?articleid=149076
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Yecch! I am really, really sorry to read this.

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I thought BB just got back with his wife.
Not that it's any of my business.

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I'm looking for the high road........Oh, the humanity!




July 20, 2007:

For Vick

What comes around, goes around!!
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What comes around, goes around!!

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AirForcePatFan said:
What comes around, goes around!!

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Hilarious! (I can't think of better justice for that degenerate.)

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i hope his recent mugshot is released shortly

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Tunescribe said:
Hilarious! (I can't think of better justice for that degenerate.)
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LOL... I can't either except for it would further fuel the flame of Breed Specific Legislation so I really wouldn't want to happen, but the pic is horribly funny...

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also check out http://profootballtalk.com/photo.htm for some good pics




July 20, 2008:

Jason Taylor traded to Redskins for second-round pick

for a second round pick according to Fox Sports and PFT
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for a second round pick according to Fox Sports and PFT

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Re: Jason Taylor a Skin

as long as the giants, cowboys, colts or chargers don't get him i'll be happy with that. we had no room for him on our team anyway, unless he could play cornerback.

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I thought he wanted to go to a contender? The Redskins are not a contender. I don't believe this trade is true. And if it is, he won't want to play there.
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http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/...on-deal-for-Taylor?CMP=OTC-K9B140813162&ATT=5

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THEARCHIVES said:
I thought he wanted to go to a contender? The Redskins are not a contender. They won't even make it out of their division. I don't believe this trade is true. And if it is, he won't want to play there.
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Well they did make the playoffs last year despite the death of their best defensive player and suffering a 4 game losing streak in the middle of the season including the Joe Gibbs 2 timeout fiasco.

Plus the fact they were even able to make the playoffs while in the same division as the Super Bowl champions and the team with the best record in their conference was impressive...

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Could well be true. The Skins just lost defensive end Phillip Daniels for the season because of a hyperextended knee. And Danny Boy always likes to sign the big names.




July 20, 2009:

The Patriots - This year's most overrated team?

According to this dingleberry they are .... The Patriots: This Years Most Overrated Team I would change the website name from 'The Football Expert' to 'The Football Poor Analogy'
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According to this dingleberry they are ....

The Patriots: This Years Most Overrated Team

I would change the website name from 'The Football Expert' to 'The Football Poor Analogy'

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did they trade Brady, and Moss?

Is Belichick going to coach the Raiders?

did Kraft sell the team?

Is Jerod Mayo holding out?


what a loser.

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When talking about the Superbowl why do people always forget that not only did the line play incredibly bad that game, but Brady had an ankle injury and Faulk missed most of the game. These people act as if the Giants were the first team to ever pressure the Pats.

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Trying hard not to sound like a homer but in a 9 year span when you paticipate in 5 AFCCCs, 4 SBs and go home with the Lombardi in 3 of them, the team is doing something right.

I'd like to think that their draft record could be a bit better, but I reason that to the fact of picking in the bottom 1/4 of the draft year in/out. Logic would say that your chances of drafting NFL-claliber starters is reduced.

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robertweathers said:
Trying hard not to sound like a homer but in a 9 year span when you paticipate in 5 AFCCCs, 4 SBs and go home with the Lombardi in 3 of them, the team is doing something right.

I'd like to think that their draft record could be a bit better, but I reason that to the fact of picking in the bottom 1/4 of the draft year in/out. Logic would say that your chances of drafting NFL-claliber starters is reduced.
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It also doesn't help when you have eight picks in the last three rounds of a weak(ish) draft when you already have the most stacked roster in the league. . . .
 
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News from the 2010s​



July 20, 2010:

Tuesday Patriots Headlines - July 20th

Here are today's New England Patriots headlines for Tuesday July 20th, 2010.
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OT: Kris Jenkins blasts former teammates

I just stumbled upon this... Apparently Jenkins was on NFLTA tonight and had a little blast about the players the Jets let go last year...all of them. "We have some real men to come and step in for the women we lost". Not only do he and his coach share pant sizes, they also share...
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I just stumbled upon this...

Apparently Jenkins was on NFLTA tonight and had a little blast about the players the Jets let go last year...all of them.

"We have some real men to come and step in for the women we lost".


Not only do he and his coach share pant sizes, they also share mouth pieces.

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That's great. I'm not sure I would have survived the week without another Jets thread.

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zoostation said:
That's great. I'm not sure I would have survived the week without another Jets thread.
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Hey I actually think it is fun to watch the soap opera down there. The team would fall apart if they start losing games but I don't think they will alas.

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KontradictioN said:
Just saw the interview segment. As if I didn't need any further proof, Jamie Dukes just further proved his stupidity by claiming that Jenkins was not only better than Wilfork, but was possibly the best NT in the league.
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I guess then it was fortuitous that fatso talked him out of retiring in the wake of his most recent off season knee surgery. You know what they say about football players who start talking about retirement...while their bodies are telling them they are physically checking out, it's the first step towards checking out mentally.

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KontradictioN said:
Just saw the interview segment. As if I didn't need any further proof, Jamie Dukes just further proved his stupidity by claiming that Jenkins was not only better than Wilfork, but was possibly the best NT in the league.
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Only better at playing an immobile pile of organic material in the middle of the field that players need to run around rather than through. As Jenkins cannot move himself, it is too much to ask a running back to move that pile of goo.




July 20, 2011:

Lockout End Not Important Right Now For Kraft

Bob Kraft cannot enjoy the upcoming season to its fullest extent.
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Myra Kraft has passed away

I just heard it on WEEI. My condolences to the Kraft family. :(
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I just heard it on WEEI. My condolences to the Kraft family.

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Myra? Condolences to the family.
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Mira Kraft has passed away

Very sad. Prayers go out to the Kraft family. Rest in peace, Mrs. Kraft.

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RIP Myra....Didn't even know she was sick

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DefenseRules said:
I just heard it on WEEI. My condolences to the Kraft family.
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Channel 7 just broke in with the news. Condolences to the Kraft family.




July 20, 2012:

Wide Recievers - Training Camp Positional Preview

Now the Patriots passing attack is as balanced as they’ve ever had with wide receivers that can all produce at a high level. Add in the two world class tight ends, and this is a passing offense that will be very difficult to stop
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Gino Cappelletti Retires From Booth

Gino Cappelletti retires from Patriots radio team - Touching All the Bases - Boston.com I'm gonna miss me some Gino. I know that it's time, but I've been listening to he and Gil since they started doing the games, with the TV volume off. At his best, he was certainly among the best at his...
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Gino Cappelletti retires from Patriots radio team - Touching All the Bases - Boston.com


I'm gonna miss me some Gino. I know that it's time, but I've been listening to he and Gil since they started doing the games, with the TV volume off. At his best, he was certainly among the best at his job. A great player and broadcaster. Good luck, Gino!

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jlu52 said:
Gino Cappelletti retires from Patriots radio team - Touching All the Bases - Boston.com


I'm gonna miss me some Gino. I know that it's time, but I've been listening to he and Gil since they started doing the games, with the TV volume off. At his best, he was certainly among the best at his job. A great player and broadcaster. Good luck, Gino!
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A true Patriot legend. The Patriots will no doubt honor him at one of the home games this season. We'll miss you Gino.

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It's time and at 72, Gil is in his last year.

Based on his interview with the Worcester Telegram, seems he was in rough shape at the end of the season.

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After the AFC Championship Game, Santos told the Telegram, he shook uncontrollably for an hour due to illness, but felt better after taking a hot shower. He said he did not follow his wife’s suggestion to go to the emergency room.

Santos still had a cold after the Super Bowl and again ignored his wife’s plea to go to a doctor, he told the newspaper.

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wow, just wow upon reading about Gil....three times?

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robertweathers said:
It's time and at 72, Gil is in his last year.

Based on his interview with the Worcester Telegram, seems he was in rough shape at the end of the season.

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Quite an ordeal. Gil's the last of the golden-voiced announcers we've been blessed with here in Boston/NE, guys like Ned Martin and Fred Cusik. By comparison so many announcers sound like adolescents who substitute volume for class and substance.

Gino also always had that great voice and a measured approach to analysis. He kept it honest.

That said, while I'll miss Gino...




July 20, 2013:

Patriots 2013 Training Camp, Safeties, A Position Of Strength

Wilson’s signing during the free agency period was very much under the radar
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Things to Expect in 2013.

The Training Camp for the 2013 season is about to begin, and I'd like to list a few things that Patfans can reasonably expect. The Media like the dumb bastards that they are, wiil constantly ask about the man who isn't there. The Gronk interview is but a foretaste. I hope Belichcik has...
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Thread 'Things to Expect in 2013.'

The Training Camp for the 2013 season is about to begin, and I'd like to list a few things that Patfans can reasonably expect.

The Media like the dumb bastards that they are, wiil constantly ask about the man who isn't there. The Gronk interview is but a foretaste. I hope Belichcik has everyone to reprise the Gronk response, "ASK IT ONE MORE TIME AND THE INTERVIEW IS OVER".

The team will get better as the season goes along, but expect every Brady INT or incompletion to lead to the Tebowites whisipering that Brady is "Over the Hill". This will be picked up the Mediots and repeated...

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AzPatsFan said:
Only the WRs are a question mark, and that is through inexperience and the presence of highly drafted rookies.
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Lots of good thoughts in here, however I think that the TE's are also somewhat of a concern now; after all, we've now got one guy recovering from his 5th surgery, another off the team and behind bars, and yet another who many have high hopes for but is also recovering from a very serious injury himself.

Let's hope you're right and that Gronk plays in week one, but even then the TE's should probably be in the "question mark" category too, not meaning to sound...

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I don't think TE is a question. It's just not the best TE unit in the league anymore. Even if Ballard washes out we played plenty of games with 'just' Gronk, Fells and Huhoh after the Psycho got his ankle sprained in Arizona.

TE is probably as much of a question as DT. Wilfork is the man but will Kelly play to his potential? Who is going to play the snaps we'll be missing from Love and Deaderick?

It'll also be interesting, yet again, to see how the defensive backfield pans out. I think people were too quick to jump on Ras-I as a bona fide starter after his first few games and...

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I don't think TE is a question.
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Sometimes I think it is, while other times I don't.

I suppose it all depends on whether or not the rumors about Ballard still being hemmed up are true.

If that's the case, then yes--it is an area of concern. That leaves us all of our top 3 TE's either recovering from injury still or off the team, with the leftovers being Hooman, Fells, and a couple of rookies who probably won't even make it.

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For what it's worth, this is the most current report that I could find from 3 weeks ago, and it's not good news:

(courtesy of FFCChamps.com, sportsoverdose.com and the Boston Globe)

"Tight end Jake Ballard wasn't moving well at all at Patriots OTAs this month. SOURCE: Boston GlobeFantasy Spin:That isn't surprising when you consider how many surgeries he's had on his knees over the past couple years. With Ballard looking slower than molasses, the Patriots better start looking at other options at tight end. New England fans will be praying for Rob Gronkowski to recover quickly...




July 20, 2014:

Patriots Add Former Buccaneers TE Nate Byham

Heading into training camp the Patriots have questions at the tight end position, but they added additional depth on Saturday after adding former Buccaneer Nate Byham.
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Pats sign a tight end, Nate Byham...

A Greg Schiano protege, more of a blocker than a receiver... could provide some TC competition, coming off of ACL surgery... 6'4", 264 lbs. Originally signed by San Francisco... Guess Keller, Finley and Clark are not part of the plan... Source: New England Patriots agree with TE Nate Byham -...
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A Greg Schiano protege, more of a blocker than a receiver... could provide some TC competition, coming off of ACL surgery... 6'4", 264 lbs. Originally signed by San Francisco...

Guess Keller, Finley and Clark are not part of the plan...

Source: New England Patriots agree with TE Nate Byham - espnBoston

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DarrylS said:
A Greg Schiano protege, more of a blocker than a receiver... could provide some TC competition, coming off of ACL surgery... 6'4", 264 lbs. Originally signed by San Francisco...

Guess Keller, Finley and Clark are not part of the plan...

http://espn.go.com/blog/boston/new-england-patriots
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Is Bill getting tips from a surgeon?

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We've heard a lot of TE names bantered about over the last few months. THIS wasn't one of the them. Ah well, par for the BB course. This isn't going to set well with the "receiverists" (people who only care about adding receivers)

The all important Combine numbers in five....four.....three.....

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Camp fodder.
 
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July 20, 2015:

Patriots Training Camp Primer – Cornerbacks

Next up for is the final section of the Patriots defense, the cornerbacks. No position on the Patriots roster will be under more scrutiny than the corners in 2015.
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Latest Reiss thoughts on the league

Strongest language I have seen from Reiss in an espn article. Calling out the league for its arbitrary judgement and the weakness of the Wells report. http://espn.go.com/blog/new-england-patriots/post/_/id/4782666/what-well-learn-about-nfl-with-its-tom-brady-appeal-ruling
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Strongest language I have seen from Reiss in an espn article. Calling out the league for its arbitrary judgement and the weakness of the Wells report.

http://espn.go.com/blog/new-england...rn-about-nfl-with-its-tom-brady-appeal-ruling

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I told Reiss either this column or his head would be on my desk this morning...obviously he chose wisely...

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juny said:
Strongest language I have seen from Reiss in an espn article. Calling out the league for its arbitrary judgement and the weakness of the Wells report.

http://espn.go.com/blog/new-england...rn-about-nfl-with-its-tom-brady-appeal-ruling
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He'll be fired from ESPN within 48 hours.

I hope you're all happy........

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I don't see the article as being strong in language ...

I see it as a matter of fact piece on the options the league has and possible perceptions that may result.

Reiss wrote the piece IMO to let readers know he's 100% up to date ... it is what it is - nothing new.

The article gives the perception IMO that Reiss remains an independent journalist for this story and that's fine.

Manish Mehta could only hope he was man enough to write such a piece ...

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Drop it to two and let's move on. It will not be wiped out completely, nor will it stand at four. Like Patfanken said, the damage is done and everyone believes NE cheats all the time. So be it. Let's just keep winning and let the haters believe what they want. It sucks, but whatever.

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After some debate over whether or not Reiss used strong language in the original post, here is where I think he comes off just a bit stronger, while still wording things with tact and journalistic discipline:

"It’s been one year and two days since NFL commissioner Roger Goodell decided on a two-game suspension for then-Ravens running back Ray Rice, which he later amended and admitted was a mistake (after video of Rice’s actions surfaced). As we consider that, as well as running back Adrian Petersonbeating the NFL in court, and now wait for Goodell’s decision on Tom Brady’s...
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July 20, 2016:

Patriots Training Camp Primer - Defensive Line | PatsFans.com

They added Terrance Knighton, Frank Kearse, and Markus Kuhn in FA, Vincent Valentine in the draft and Chris Long, this season’s reclamation project.
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PHOTO: Tom Brady Wishes His Wife A Happy Birthday In Facebook Post | PatsFans.com

Tom Brady wishes his wife Happy Birthday over Facebook.
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Suspension-Gate ... You Know it's Coming

So how many days into September until suspension-gate begins? How many Goodell henchmen will be spying on Brady?
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So how many days into September until suspension-gate begins?
How many Goodell henchmen will be spying on Brady?

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NJPatsfan26 said:
Brady is to smart for that to become an issue

i would love to have him catch Goodells henchmen spying on him though. Can only imagine the fall out and eventual lie from Goodell on explaining it.
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Todd Bradley said:
Okay guys, you stay paranoid then....

Brady will be followed by a man in a trench coat and top hat for four weeks I guess... His every move will be recorded and calculated. Every bowel movement, everytime he opens up his $200 cook book, every time he takes a bite of avocado ice cream... it will all be logged by the Private Investigator.

Sounds legit...
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Maybe they will have a chip implanted.

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One thing is for sure, who Brady talks to and about what will get a lot more scrutiny than when, say, Antonio Gates was suspended.

I was trying to think of how the league has dealt with other situations where parties should not be communicating. One situation is tampering with free agents. That's handled differently from team to team. If the Jets are involved, they can do what they want without much of a penalty. If it's the Chiefs, they're paying a price.

The other situation that comes to mind was when Peyton Manning and Adam Gase met with Nick Saban in 2014. This was during a period...

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You act as if scientific proof matters to Goodell




July 20, 2017:

New England Patriots Training Camp Primer: Safety | PatsFans.com

This spring the team had the smarts to bring back safety Duron Harmon. The re-signing of the third starter because he plays so many snaps was a win/win.
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Dave Portnoy on Late Night with Seth Meyers wearing clownout shirt

interview itself was not that interesting or funny. surprisingly, the t-shirt doesn't come up at all. but at least he got it out there on national TV.
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interview itself was not that interesting or funny. surprisingly, the t-shirt doesn't come up at all. but at least he got it out there on national TV.


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KontradictioN said:
Yeah, I mean in the end he still kind of wins because he lines his pockets based on the ticket revenue from the people going there to boo him. That said, now that I've found out how bad it pisses this little weasel off, I'm absolutely game for the idea. It's hard to believe this idea hasn't gotten back to Portnoy in some form or fashion. Now he needs to make it happen. Even though the costs for Barstool to do such a thing will outweigh the immediate returns they get, there is still value in getting their name out there and attached to this effort. The ONLY thing that I could think...
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Ill come out and say it, I hate this stupid shirt and the only reason Portnoy keeps doing this stuff is because Pats fans keep throwing money at him.

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They ran the #s ... $6 per shirt.... they said close to 300k total for clown out.





July 20, 2018:

2018 Patriots Training Camp Primer – Cornerback | PatsFans.com

Gilmore was the Patriots best corner, by far down the stretch and into the playoffs last year. His diving play on 4th down sealed the deal in the AFCCG.
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PHOTO: Tom Brady Celebrates Wifes Birthday | PatsFans.com

Tom Brady shares Happy Birthday social media posting for his wife.
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New Pats preseason TV hosts announced

Zolak and Socci in the booth, with new sideline reporter Rob Ninkovich!
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Zolak and Socci in the booth, with new sideline reporter Rob Ninkovich!


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No more Fauria!!!!!!!!


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oldrover said:
No more Fauria!!!!!!!!


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Thank god!

Now vaporize Statler & Waldorf from the Bob's Discount Furniture studio and it'll make preseason actually listenable.




July 20, 2019:

Patriots 2019 Training Camp Guide - Linebackers | PatsFans.com

Van Noy has blossomed in New England and is arguably one of their big chess pieces on the defensive side. He was even better than Hightower in the playoffs
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Initial reporting day 7/21.. Who's pumped????

The doldrums of the summer are finally coming to an end.. Who's pumped that Rookies and players coming off injury report on Sunday the 21st??
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The doldrums of the summer are finally coming to an end.. Who's pumped that Rookies and players coming off injury report on Sunday the 21st??

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Froob said:
Jesus. Were they sending in the plays on tin cans and string?
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Nah they had some Jewish carpenter kid in charge of that.

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Tony2046 said:
What's the typo?
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(if) instead of when "they qualify for the postseason."

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July 20, 2020:

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Kyle Van Noy shares story of his first interaction with Bill Belichick following his trade to the Patriots from the Detroit Lions.
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OT: Chris Jones promises at least 5 rings for the Chiefs

Chris Jones promises "five-plus" rings for the Chiefs - ProFootballTalk “This is only the beginning,” Jones said. “We plan to have another parade and another parade and another parade. We’re going to make sure we bring not one, not two, not three, not four, but five-plus rings to Kansas City...
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Chris Jones promises "five-plus" rings for the Chiefs - ProFootballTalk
“This is only the beginning,” Jones said. “We plan to have another parade and another parade and another parade. We’re going to make sure we bring not one, not two, not three, not four, but five-plus rings to Kansas City. It’s been 50 years of waiting, but the wait is over now. It’s time to create a dynasty.”
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TommyBrady12 said:
I think Mahomes can win 3 or so titles, but let's be clear. Mahomes, despite winning SB MVP last year, did not play well in that game. People (not accusing you but in general) have to stop slobbering over him. He had a great 2018 and a so-so 2019 regular season. He was 9th in yards thrown and 11th in TDs, and he missed just a couple of games
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I don't like the QBR stat, but Mahomes had the lowest QBR for a Super Bowl MVP QB ever. He could have went out there and thrown 4 picks and they were giving it to him no matter what as long as the Chiefs won. He's the golden boy.

If you guys...

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talk is cheap
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Bleedthrough said:
Didn't the greatest thing football has ever seen, Mahomes, say that he was going to pass Brady in rings? I remember seeing that pop up on my YouTube feed. Talk about a team that got basically every break last year.

Refs handed them the win in the regular season game against the Patriots. This lets them end up getting a bye.
Avoided a rematch with the Patriots.
Avoided the Ravens.
Got some EXTREMELY favorable calls in the 4th quarter of the Super Bowl. Bosa getting held on that 3rd and 15 pass when he's about to hit Mahomes, two late hits on Jimmy that weren't called.

The chances of...
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Ricky " Tonight a dynasty is born" Proehl Syndrome.......




July 20, 2021:

Daily Patriots News and NFL Notes: 5 Things to Know - 7/20 | PatsFans.com

Some Patriots and NFL News for Tuesday 7/20.
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MORSE: Patriots Roster Analysis - Part 7 Linebackers and Edge | PatsFans.com

Now to the fun part the Linebackers and Edge players. This should be an exciting group this season with the veteran Free Agent signings, the return of Donta Hightower, and the emergence of young players that were forced into action earlier than expected last season.
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Akers is out for the season, perfect trade destination for Michel?

The Rams are considered to be a superbowl favorite in the NFC. Mcvay and Belichick have respect for one another. How about Michel and Harry for Cooper Kupp?
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The Rams are considered to be a superbowl favorite in the NFC.
Mcvay and Belichick have respect for one another.
How about Michel and Harry for Cooper Kupp?

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Lol how about I trade you $5 and you give me $50?

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Some of you people are just dumber than dirt. Let me break it down for you.

1. A good run game is going to be critical for the Pats offensive success this coming season regardless who the QB is.

2. While Damien Harris IS an explosive and exciting RB, he has yet in 2 season proven he can be healthy enough to be anything more than part time performer. It is stupid to think that he is going to be a great back when he has never played more than 10 games or has had more than 140 carries in a season

3. Sony Michel has averaged 4,5 and 5.7ypc in 2 of his 3 seasons as well as having 2 900+...

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Christopher

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How about Michel and Harry for Cooper's cup?




July 20, 2022:

Patriots News 7/20: Daily Team Notebook | PatsFans.com

New England Patriots news for Wednesday 7/20.
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Former First Round Pick, Super Bowl Champ WR, Charles Johnson Passes Away | PatsFans.com

Former NFL wide receiver, Super Bowl champion with Patriots, Charles Johnson passes away at 50 years old.
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First Boston Sport experience?

Just curious. What was your first Boston sport experience? Patriots? Bruins? Etc What got you hooked?
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Just curious. What was your first Boston sport experience? Patriots? Bruins? Etc

What got you hooked?
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1st memory was being at Teddy Ballgame's last game. I was 6.
Don't remember much.
The Old Garden. Saw a bunch of games with my Dad. Russell vs. Wilt. Harlem Globetrotters when they were at their coolest. Meadowlark Lemon. Curly Neal.
Never forget being one of hundreds of teenagers storming the gates at a Bruins playoff game.Orr Era.
Saw the Boston Patriots play at Fenway,Harvard,Nickerson,BC before Sullivan/Schaeffer was built.
Those were awesome because my only brother was old enough to go. My Dad and my bro. Nance was obviously my favorite early Patriots player. Gino a close second.
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My dad and me, Fenway, 1971, center field bleachers. We drove down from Maine. I was 10. I'll never forget how green that grass was.

Game was great too... 0-0 until the 13th, when Rico hit a 3-run homer.

Minnesota Twins vs Boston Red Sox Box Score: July 15, 1971 | Baseball-Reference.com

Boston Red Sox beat Minnesota Twins (3-0). Jul 15, 1971, Attendance: 27673, Time of Game: 3:39. Visit Baseball-Reference.com for the complete box score, play-by-play, and win probability
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BTW, the Sox starter pitched 10 shutout innings, fanning 9. Some scrap-heap guy making his first start for Boston...





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oldrover said:
My dad and me, Fenway, 1971, center field bleachers. We drove down from Maine. I was 10. I'll never forget how green that grass was.

Game was great too... 0-0 until the 13th, when Rico hit a 3-run homer.

Minnesota Twins vs Boston Red Sox Box Score: July 15, 1971 | Baseball-Reference.com

Boston Red Sox beat Minnesota Twins (3-0). Jul 15, 1971, Attendance: 27673, Time of Game: 3:39. Visit Baseball-Reference.com for the complete box score, play-by-play, and win probability
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BTW, the Sox starter pitched 10 shoutout innings, fanning 9. Some scrap-heap guy making his first start for Boston...





...Luis Tiant.
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I was already in college, Rover, but I was at that game with a great friend, we were sitting only a few rows behind the Sox dugout. Was a terrific pitcher's battle...

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Last MLB game I attended: game 1 of the 2004 World Series, again with my dad, but also my two sons.

At the time, it was the most I'd paid for anything that didn't have a transmission. (4 tickets, $6K)... but the boys hadn't hit college yet. LOL

Great seats between home and third, the flyover, Aerosmith, James Taylor... and the Sox won11-9, with Manny tripping on the sprinkler head, and Bellhorn winning it with a 2-run shot off the Pesky pole. Best game of the series.

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NCPATSFAN1971 said:
"What was your first Boston sport experience? - What got you hooked?"

The first team that got me hooked was "The Impossible Dream" 1967 Red Sox.

IMO, that team coached by **** Williams was the scrappiest and most likeable Red Sox team ever. As the 67 season wore on they kept on coming from behind to win games that made me and most Boston Fans believers. Unfortunately the 67 season ended with the RS losing game 7 of the World Series to the Cardinals. That seventh game was played on the day of my best friends wedding and at the reception we were getting updates on the score. When...
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