Today In Patriots History July 20: Malcolm Mitchell

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Today in Patriots History
Malcolm Mitchell​

Happy 32nd birthday to Malcolm Mitchell
Born July 20, 1992 in Valdosta, Georgia
Patriot WR, 2016-2017; uniform #19
Pats 4th round (112th overall) selection of the 2016 draft, from Georgia

"Malcolm Mitchell -- Official Georgia Highlights"
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- 32 receptions for 401 yards and four touchdowns in 14 games, with six starts.
- 6 receptions on 7 targets for 70 yards in the Super Bowl LI victory over Atlanta.

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


"Super Bowl 51 New England Patriots Malcolm Mitchell Highlights - MUST SEE for Patriots Fans"
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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 |

www.readwithmalcolm.com

"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.

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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...

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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.

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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

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.

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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’...

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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.

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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...

www.nbcsports.com

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.”

www.baystateparent.com

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

 

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Today in Patriots History
A sad ending: Phillip Adams​

In memory of Phillip Adams, RIP, who would have turned 36 today
Born July 20, 1988 in Rock Hill, South Carolina
Died April 8, 2021 at the age of 32 in Rock Hill, South Carolina
Patriot CB/S, 2011; uniform #26
Signed as a free agent on September 21, 2011

[*]- 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 | 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.​

 

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Today in Patriots History
Not that Ricky Smith, this Ricky Smith​

Happy 64th birthday to Ricky Smith
Born July 20, 1960 in Quincy, Florida
Patriot KR/PR/DB, 1982-84; uniform #27
Pats 6th round (131st overall) selection of the 1982 draft, from Alabama State

[*]- 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​

 

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Today in Patriots History
Larry Linne​

Happy 62nd birthday to Larry Linne
Born July 20, 1962 in Baltimore
Patriot WR, 1987; uniform #80


[*]- 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 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.​

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Today in Patriots History
Terrell McClain and his bum knee,
another Draft Bust Reclamation Project​

Happy 36th birthday to Terrell McClain
Born July 20, 1988 in Pensacola, Florida
Patriot DT, 2012; uniform #93
Signed as a free agent on September 26, 2012


[*]- 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.
[*]- Has 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

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

Ron Stone, 53; (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 a three-time Pro Bowl right guard for the Giants and Niners from 2000-2002. 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

BC football has a rich tradition of turning out terrific offensive linemen. Here’s a look at our very best.

www.bc.edu

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

Boston College Athletics

bceagles.com

Raiders re-sign offensive guard Stone

Lawsuit vs. NFL: Cowboys-ex Ron Stone 'can barely move a muscle without severe pain'

Lawsuit vs. NFL: Cowboys-ex Ron Stone 'can barely move a muscle without severe pain'

www.dallasnews.com

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.

people.com

Jordan Love’s love story just entered a new chapter

Love announced Sunday on Instagram that he's engaged to Ronika Stone.

www.deseret.com

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, 44 (1980); Pro Bowl left tackle for Carolina started 167 games over his 11-year career from 2003 to 2013.

- Casey Wiegmann, 51 (1973); the center played in 227 games from 1997-2011, mostly with the Chiefs.

- D.J. Williams, 42 (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 teacher - growing up):

John Prchlik, born July 20, 1925.
John 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, 78 (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.

 

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Today in Patriots History
Patriots Trade Babe Parilli to Jets​

July 20, 1968:
The Boston Patriots trade Babe Parilli to the New York Jets for Mike Taliaferro. I get it that the Patriots were in rebuilding mode and needed to get younger, but this was never going to be a good value trade. At least Parilli received a super bowl ring as Joe Namath's backup.

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

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New England Patriots of the Past: Babe Parilli

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

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

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

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.

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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 […]

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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, 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, 2012:

Gino Cappelletti Retires From Patriots Radio Team

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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https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/news/2012/07/20/patriots-color-commentator-gino.html

July 20, 2011:

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

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.

www.boston.com

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

Bruschi had mild stroke, team says - The Boston Globe

Bruschi to sit out 2005

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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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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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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July 20, 1995:
New England signs their first round draft pick, cornerback Ty Law.

25 years ago, the Patriots landed two Hall of Famers in one draft. Let’s revisit it

Twenty-five years ago Wednesday, the Patriots were a team at a crossroads. They were clearly trending in the right direction – after going 10-6 and securing a playoff berth in 1994, New England was considered one of the better young teams in the NFL. At the same time, the Patriots had...

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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

July 20, 1985:
Patriots re-sign center Guy Morriss; he 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, 1984:
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.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/sports/1984/07/27/football/0b52752c-3b9b-49cc-9fba-199f7cea7ef7/

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, 1976:
Bob Geddes retires. The backup inside linebacker was with the Pats for three seasons, and had appeared in 13 games the previous season.

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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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[turkeyneck]

The Pats used to barnstorm in the off season with a basketball team. They'd travel around challenging local pickup teams at HS gyms. I remember Garron, Eisenhauer, Buoniconti among those playing against my HS teachers. I've mentioned before Buoniconti absolutely wrecking the vice principal when he momentarily forgot what sport he was playing. Hardest hit I've ever seen on a BB court, including all the Celts/Pistons, Celts/Lakers roughhousing.

 

[Mike the Brit]

I love Malcolm Mitchell. Only a short time with the Pats, but you'll be forever in our hearts!

 

[Patriot Missile]

One of the players immortalized by contributions in big game playoff performances who weren’t hall of famers but came up in the biggest moment. Only had to be one game or even a few key plays and they became legend. Wiggins, Jr Redmond, Antwan Harris, Chris Hogan, Burkhead to name a few. Crazy run with all the contributions over the years.

 

[captain stone]

Today in Patriots History
Malcolm Mitchell​

Happy 32nd birthday to Malcolm Mitchell
Born July 20, 1992 in Valdosta, Georgia
Patriot WR, 2016-2017; uniform #19
Pats 4th round (112th overall) selection of the 2016 draft, from Georgia

"Malcolm Mitchell -- Official Georgia Highlights"
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- 32 receptions for 401 yards and four touchdowns in 14 games, with six starts.
- 6 receptions on 7 targets for 70 yards in the Super Bowl LI victory over Atlanta.

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


"Super Bowl 51 New England Patriots Malcolm Mitchell Highlights - MUST SEE for Patriots Fans"
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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 |

www.readwithmalcolm.com

"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.

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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.

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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...

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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.

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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

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.

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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

www.patriotledger.com

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

Dude wasn’t worth even a late 4th-rounder with those knees, not while Rashad Higgins was still on the board.

 

[Patriot Missile]

Dude wasn’t worth even a late 4th-rounder with those knees, not while Rashad Higgins was still on the board.

Keep your eye on Tory Horton this year. Another Colorado st alum wr. Don’t think the Pats need his type with Polk being drafted but he was fun to watch last season.