Chiefs, 49ers will both try to follow in the Patriots’ footsteps in Super Bowl LVIII

Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports The NFL title game is set, with the Chiefs and 49ers set for a rematch. The championship round of the 2024 NFL playoffs is in the books, and only two teams remain left standing. Thanks to their victories on Sunday, the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers will represent their …

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What Joe Houston’s departure means for the Patriots

Photo by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images After four years in New England, Houston is reportedly heading to the University of Florida. The New England Patriots and special teams assistant Joe Houston will go their separate ways in 2024. As first reported on Sunday, Houston is headed to the University of Florida where …

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Who is Nick Caley, and why do the Patriots see him as a potential offensive coordinator?

Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Caley is one of nine reported offensive coordinator candidates the Patriots are looking at. The search for the New England Patriots’ offensive coordinator position remains ongoing, and there is one familiar face among the candidates: Nick Caley, who previously eight years on the Patriots’ staff under head coach Bill Belichick, is …

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New England Patriots links 1/29/24 – Construction ahead: Players to build around

Josh Uche a ‘cornerstone’ Patriot the team can build on Daily news and links for Monday. Another Conference Championship weekend is in the books (Oh, Detroit…). Only Super Bowl LVIII remains of the 2023-24 season. As we’re all too keenly aware, it’s also another playoff run without the Patriots. It’s been five years since New …

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7-round mock draft 1.0: Aggressive Patriots get their franchise quarterback

Jessica Alcheh-USA TODAY Sports The Patriots make a trade up the board and rebuild their offense in this new mock draft. The Super Bowl contestants have been decided, so now is the perfect time for some mock drafting. After doing a mid-season mock back in November, now it’s time for the first seven-round offseason simulation. …

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Patriots reportedly plan to interview Scott Turner for offensive coordinator job

Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images Turner spent 2023 with the Josh McDaniels-led Raiders. The New England Patriots are still in the process of finding a new offensive coordinator, and they keep adding names to the list of candidates. The latest addition is Scott Turner, who the team is planning to interview via a report by …

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Klint Kubiak reportedly interviews for Patriots offensive coordinator position

Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images Kubiak currently serves as the 49ers pass game specialist. Jerod Mayo’s search for the New England Patriots offensive coordinator position has officially reached double-digit candidates. The newest name on the list is San Francisco 49ers passing game specialist Klint Kubiak, according to Sports Illustrated’s Albert Beer. Kubiak, 36, has spent …

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Patriots Make Smart Move, Promote Covington to Defensive Coordinator

While plenty of questions still remain on the offensive side of the football, the Patriots made a smart move over the weekend by promoting DeMarcus Covington to defensive coordinator. The post Patriots Make Smart Move, Promote Covington to Defensive Coordinator appeared first on PatsFans.com.

Ravens Were a Perfect Example of What Not to Do Sunday

Anyone watching the AFC Championship games this weekend was reminded of one key thing after watching the Baltimore Ravens go down on Sunday. Being able to handle pressure in big moments will be the biggest question facing Jerod Mayo in the coming years, as will whoever ultimately ends up under center here in New England. …

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Injury Revelation on Jones: QB Suffered ‘Stinger’ Ahead of Costly Interception in Germany

While it remains to be seen whether or not Mac Jones’ future in New England will continue past this offseason, news about the reason behind one of the most pivotal plays of Jones’ terrible 2023 season came to light on Monday. The post Injury Revelation on Jones: QB Suffered ‘Stinger’ Ahead of Costly Interception in …

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University of Florida hiring Patriots special teams assistant Joe Houston, per report

Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Joe Houston spent the past four seasons on New England’s staff. After four seasons with the New England Patriots, Joe Houston will be returning to the collegiate ranks. The Florida Gators plan to add the former kicker as a special teams analyst, as reported Sunday by 247Sports’ Jacob Rudner, with …

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Patriots News 1-28, Which Free Agents Should Return?

“We can talk about scheme… but if you don’t have players that have a shared vision that are on the same page, then it’s going to be hard” The post Patriots News 1-28, Which Free Agents Should Return? appeared first on PatsFans.com.

Patriots to promote DeMarcus Covington to defensive coordinator, per report

Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports The 34-year-old will be New England’s first official defensive coordinator since the 2017 season. The New England Patriots’ search for a defensive coordinator is over. DeMarcus Covington, who has served as the team’s defensive line coach for the last four seasons, will be promoted to fill the vacant position. According …

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Who is DeMarcus Covington, and why will he be the Patriots’ next defensive coordinator?

Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images New England reportedly stayed in house to fill its vacant coordinator position on defense. With Jerod Mayo replacing Bill Belichick as head coach, the New England Patriots will look drastically different in 2024. One of the changes that will come to the organization is the apparent restoration of the defensive …

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What promoting DeMarcus Covington to defensive coordinator means for the Patriots

Photo by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The 34-year-old will take over the vacant role. Jerod Mayo is on the verge of making his first big move as the new head coach of the New England Patriots. As first reported on Saturday afternoon, Mayo and his club will make DeMarcus Covington the new …

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Video: New Patriots defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington mic’d up at practice

The New England Patriots appear to have found their new defensive coordinator. 34-year-old DeMarcus Covington, who had served as the club’s defensive line coach for the past four years, is reportedly on the verge of being promoted under new head coach Jerod Mayo. Covington’s coaching résumé is a strong one, but what exactly he will …

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Thomas Brown reportedly becomes Patriots’ latest offensive coordinator candidate

Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images Brown was a first time offensive coordinator in 2023. A new candidate has emerged for the New England Patriots offensive coordinator position, as the team recently interviewed Thomas Brown for the vacancy, according to CBS’ Jonathan Jones. Thomas Brown, who remains under contract with the Panthers as their OC, …

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Patriots plan to interview Lions’ Tanner Engstrand for offensive coordinator, per report

Photo by John Byrum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Detroit promoted Tanner Engstrand to passing game coordinator in 2023. Another name can be added to head coach Jerod Mayo’s rolodex of offensive coordinator candidates. The New England Patriots plan to interview Detroit Lions passing game coordinator Tanner Engstrand for the opening, as first reported Friday by …

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Marquice Williams reportedly declines Patriots’ special teams coordinator position

Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports New England requested to speak with Williams on Jan. 15. Jerod Mayo has been busy adding names to his list of potential coordinators for his coaching staff since being named the New England Patriots head coach. But now, one name can be removed. According to Aaron Wilson of Houston’s KPRC2, Atlanta …

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MORSE: Patriots Free Agents, League Free Agents I would like to sign, Offensive Tackles in Draft

Now that the season is over, it’s time to evaluate which of the Patriots Free Agents the team wants to bring back.  The post MORSE: Patriots Free Agents, League Free Agents I would like to sign, Offensive Tackles in Draft appeared first on PatsFans.com.

MORSE: Offensive Coordinator Updates, New Candidates Identified

Why have the Patriots not named an Offensive Coordinator?  Some speculate the offensive Coordinator position in New England is not an attractive position to the leading candidates.  The post MORSE: Offensive Coordinator Updates, New Candidates Identified appeared first on PatsFans.com.

Steelers assistant Gerald Alexander added to Patriots’ list of defensive coordinator interviews

Photo by Chris Unger/Getty Images Alexander is one of five coaches interviewing for the position New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo is busy conducting interviews to find coordinators in all three phases of the game. Of the 12 total candidates he and the team are looking at, five are in consideration for the defensive …

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Josh Uche explains what makes Jerod Mayo a ‘great hire’ for the Patriots

Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images Uche spent the last four years playing under the Patriots’ new head coach. Whether or not Josh Uche will be part of the New England Patriots in 2024 remains to be seen. Heading toward unrestricted free agency, there is no guarantee the edge linebacker will be back with the team …

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New England Patriots links 1/24/24 – Evaluating the roster, identifying the holes

Pats need a third-down back in the mold of former Patriot James White | Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images Daily news and links for Wednesday. TEAM TALK Patriots 2024 Mock Draft Tracker. Paul Perillo’s NFL Notes: Mayo hits the ground running. Mike Dussault tackles this week’s Patriots Mailbag: How will Patriots evolve under Mayo? Mike …

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