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Patriots 53-Man Roster Projection 2.0

Patriots 53-Man Roster Projection 2.0

By: Derek Havens
Published: 8/26/2016 4 Min Read

The New England Patriots are set to take on the Carolina Panthers Friday night for their third preseason contest. With training camp concluded and some transactions already taken place, the roster is beginning to take shape. Here’s my prediction who will make the cut position-by-position before the team hits the field opening day.

8 years ago
Patriots 53-Man Roster Prediction Entering Training Camp

Patriots 53-Man Roster Prediction Entering Training Camp

By: Derek Havens
Published: 7/27/2016 4 Min Read

The New England Patriots are back to work Wednesday and the public will get their first look at the 2016 squad on Thursday. Here’s my prediction who will make the cut position-by-position before the team hits the field.

8 years ago
Five Thoughts on the Patriots Draft Selections in Day Two

Five Thoughts on the Patriots Draft Selections in Day Two

By: Derek Havens
Published: 4/30/2016 3 Min Read

The second day of the 2016 NFL Draft came and went Friday, with the Patriots making their first selections of the event. Here are five thoughts on the day two draft drama.

8 years ago
10 Players the Patriots Could Target on Day Two of the NFL Draft

10 Players the Patriots Could Target on Day Two of the NFL Draft

By: Derek Havens
Published: 4/29/2016 3 Min Read

Ten players the Patriots could target on day two of the 2016 NFL Draft.

8 years ago
First Round NFL Mock Draft 1.0, Ravens Steal Tunsil at Six

First Round NFL Mock Draft 1.0, Ravens Steal Tunsil at Six

By: Derek Havens
Published: 4/27/2016 7 Min Read

The NFL Draft is right around the corner. Here’s how I expect the first round to play out.

8 years ago
Draft Do-Over: 10 Players the Patriots Could Have Drafted Instead of Ryan Mallett

Draft Do-Over: 10 Players the Patriots Could Have Drafted Instead of Ryan Mallett

By: Derek Havens
Published: 4/20/2016 4 Min Read

Looking back at Mallett’s time in New England and his career since leaving, it’s time to revisit the 2011 NFL draft. Here are 10 players New England could have selected instead of Mallett.

8 years ago
Patriots Mock Draft 1.0: Teams Fills Top Needs Early

Patriots Mock Draft 1.0: Teams Fills Top Needs Early

By: Derek Havens
Published: 4/20/2016 5 Min Read

The draft is a little more than a week away and one of the biggest events on the NFL off-season calendar is nearly upon us. Here’s what I came away with in my first Patriots mock draft.

8 years ago
Reaction: Patriots Trade Chandler Jones, Sign Veteran Chris Long

Reaction: Patriots Trade Chandler Jones, Sign Veteran Chris Long

By: Derek Havens
Published: 3/16/2016 3 Min Read

The New England Patriots sent defensive end Chandler Jones to the Arizona Cardinals in exchange for a 2016 second-round pick and guard Jonathan Cooper. They also signed veteran defensive end Chris Long to a one-year deal.

8 years ago
Pregame Thoughts: Patriots Should Win Versus Broncos

Pregame Thoughts: Patriots Should Win Versus Broncos

By: Derek Havens
Published: 1/22/2016 4 Min Read

The New England Patriots will travel to face the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Jan. 24, in the AFC Championship Game. Here’s some pregame thoughts, three keys to the game and a prediction for the upcoming contest.

8 years ago
10 Takeaways from Patriots First Visit to Denver in November Contest Versus Broncos

10 Takeaways from Patriots First Visit to Denver in November Contest Versus Broncos

By: Derek Havens
Published: 1/20/2016 4 Min Read

With the New England Patriots set to make their second trip to play in the Broncos in Denver this weekend, I took a look back at their first contest earlier this season. The Pats fell short, losing 30-24 in overtime. Here’s 10 takeaways from that game.

8 years ago
First Take: Broncos Up Next on Patriots Revenge Tour

First Take: Broncos Up Next on Patriots Revenge Tour

By: Derek Havens
Published: 1/18/2016 3 Min Read

The New England Patriots will travel to face the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Jan. 24, in the AFC Championship Game. Here’s five opening thoughts on this week’s contest.

8 years ago
Pregame Thoughts: Patriots Must Win in Trenches Versus Chiefs

Pregame Thoughts: Patriots Must Win in Trenches Versus Chiefs

By: Derek Havens
Published: 1/15/2016 3 Min Read

The New England Patriots host the Kansas City Chiefs Saturday afternoon, Jan. 16, at 4:35 P.M. at Gillette Stadium. Here’s some pregame thoughts, three keys to the game and a prediction for the upcoming contest.

8 years ago
Opening Thoughts: Patriots Host Chiefs Saturday Afternoon

Opening Thoughts: Patriots Host Chiefs Saturday Afternoon

By: Derek Havens
Published: 1/12/2016 2 Min Read

The New England Patriots host the Kansas City Chiefs Saturday afternoon, Jan. 16, at 4:35 P.M. at Gillette Stadium. The Chiefs went on the road and defeated the Houston Texans 30-0 during Wildcard Weekend, earning the right to travel to Foxboro. Here’s some initial thoughts on next week’s contest.

8 years ago
First Glance: The Three Possible Patriots Opponents for the Divisional Round

First Glance: The Three Possible Patriots Opponents for the Divisional Round

By: Derek Havens
Published: 1/6/2016 3 Min Read

The New England Patriots finished the regular season with 12-4 record, earning the no.2 seed in the AFC playoff race in the process. Based on the seedings, the Patriots will face either the Cincinnati Bengals, Houston Texans or Kansas City Chiefs. New England will host one of those teams on Saturday, Jan. 16, at 4:35 P.M. at Gillette Stadium.

8 years ago
Patriots Awards: Brady is Team MVP, LaFell is Biggest Disappointment

Patriots Awards: Brady is Team MVP, LaFell is Biggest Disappointment

By: Derek Havens
Published: 1/5/2016 3 Min Read

The 2015 NFL regular season has come to a close. Before the playoffs get underway, let’s take a look back and hand out some awards for the New England Patriots.

8 years ago
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