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Podcast: Do The Patriots Have A Scheme Problem And Not a Talent Issue on Defense?

Podcast: Do The Patriots Have A Scheme Problem And Not a Talent Issue on Defense?

By: Russ Goldman
Published: 11/17/2016 1 Min Read

In this episode we talked again to Lee Schecther who is a writer for PatsFans.com and Bleacher Report. Lee was on to discuss his very interesting article entitled “The Patriots Have a “Scheme” Problem, Not a Talent Issue on Defense.” Co-hosting this episode was Steve Balestrieri.

7 years ago
Podcast: Are The Patriots Pushing The Limits Of The “Bend, But Don’t Break” Defense?

Podcast: Are The Patriots Pushing The Limits Of The “Bend, But Don’t Break” Defense?

By: Russ Goldman
Published: 10/27/2016 1 Min Read

This is another episode with PatsFans.com and Bleacher Report writer Lee Schechter. During the show we discussed Lee’s article entitled Patriots Are Pushing the Limits of the “Bend, but Don’t Break” Defense. We analyzed the Patriots defensive philosophy.

Later on, we previewed the upcoming game with the Bills as we shared our “keys” in this game for the Patriots.

7 years ago
Trey Flowers Looking to Make Year 2 Jump for the Patriots

Trey Flowers Looking to Make Year 2 Jump for the Patriots

By: Steve Balestrieri
Published: 6/6/2016 3 Min Read

Defensive End Had Rookie Season Derailed by Injuries The Patriots are quite deep at the defensive end position heading into 2016. With Rob Ninkovich and Jabaal Sheard penciled in as […]

8 years ago
2016 New England Patriots Transactions Tracker

2016 New England Patriots Transactions Tracker

By: John Morgan
Published: 2/12/2016 10 Min Read

Here is a look at the transactions made thus far by the New England Patriots; this post will be continuously updated as more moves are made throughout the year. For those wishing to take a trip down memory lane, …

8 years ago
More Upheaval to the Patriots Front Office, Coaching Staff

More Upheaval to the Patriots Front Office, Coaching Staff

By: Steve Balestrieri
Published: 1/29/2016 5 Min Read

The Patriots are hardly in uncharted waters here, the team is quite used to Bill Belichick’s staff being raided during the off-season, and this one like the others, will be handled, mainly from within as has been his modus operandi. But who fills these positions will bear watching.

8 years ago
Patriots need to improve third down defense against Broncos

Patriots need to improve third down defense against Broncos

By: John Morgan
Published: 1/24/2016 5 Min Read

For most of the season the topic of conversation in regards to the New England Patriots has centered on the performance of the offensive line. While that unit has at times deserved scrutiny, the return of Sebastian Vollmer has seemed to have stabilized the group. Overlooked has been what may be the real Achilles heel for this squad as they battle the Denver Broncos on Sunday: the team’s third down defense.

8 years ago
Patriots ‘Big Nickel’ Package, Chung Key to Slowing Broncos Run Game

Patriots ‘Big Nickel’ Package, Chung Key to Slowing Broncos Run Game

By: Steve Balestrieri
Published: 1/20/2016 3 Min Read

In the Pats big nickel, they bring in an extra safety (Duron Harmon) to play an extra defensive back to go along with Chung and Devin McCourty.

8 years ago
Monday Observations: Brady and Patriots Do Their Talking on The Scoreboard

Monday Observations: Brady and Patriots Do Their Talking on The Scoreboard

By: Steve Balestrieri
Published: 9/21/2015 6 Min Read

Tom Brady continued his mastery over the Buffalo Bills on Sunday. Brady passed for 466 yards and three touchdowns as New England won 40-32.

9 years ago
Patriots Front Seven Rounding Into Form, Belichick Cites Versatility

Patriots Front Seven Rounding Into Form, Belichick Cites Versatility

By: Steve Balestrieri
Published: 9/2/2015 4 Min Read

Bill Belichick yesterday spoke to the media about the play of the edge players and cited their versatility, each bringing different skill sets to the table

9 years ago
Patriots 53 Man Roster Projection 4.0 Post Preseason Game 2 Edition

Patriots 53 Man Roster Projection 4.0 Post Preseason Game 2 Edition

By: Steve Balestrieri
Published: 8/24/2015 5 Min Read

With two preseason games in the books there is again some movement in the 53-man Patriots roster. With two games to go, there is still time for change.

9 years ago
“A Lot of Work to do” as Sloppy Patriots Fall To Green Bay

“A Lot of Work to do” as Sloppy Patriots Fall To Green Bay

By: Steve Balestrieri
Published: 8/14/2015 4 Min Read

Bill Belichick wasn’t pleased with the sloppy performance as his comments immediately after the game would suggest.

9 years ago
Five Things To Watch For in the Patriots First Preseason Game

Five Things To Watch For in the Patriots First Preseason Game

By: Steve Balestrieri
Published: 8/13/2015 5 Min Read

While many of the starters won’t see a ton of snaps which will probably end by the first quarter but it doesn’t mean that the game isn’t a compelling watch.

9 years ago
Patriots Training Camp Report: Rookies Grissom, Flowers Ahead of the Curve

Patriots Training Camp Report: Rookies Grissom, Flowers Ahead of the Curve

By: Steve Balestrieri
Published: 8/12/2015 3 Min Read

The Patriots have been searching for depth for their edge players as Ninkovich and Jones the past few years have been playing far too many snaps. Jones was injured and missed six games upon his return in 2014. Now the pieces are in place for them to do exactly that.

9 years ago
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