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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How did Red Sox prospect Armando Sierra fare in stateside debut last year?

After two years in the Dominican Summer League, Red Sox prospect Armando Sierra made his long-awaited stateside debut in the rookie-level Florida Complex League last season. As a 19-year-old, Sierra got into 30 of the FCL Red Sox’ 53 games in 2023. The right-handed hitter batted .265/.363/.398 with seven doubles, two home runs, 12 RBIs, …

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Masataka Yoshida’s Major League Outlook Remains a Mystery

Photo by Paul Rutherford/Getty Images We still don’t know exactly how productive Yoshida can be at the major league level, and that might actually be a good thing. The best baseball game of 2023 didn’t occur when you thought it would. It wasn’t in the World Series, it wasn’t in the LCS, and it didn’t …

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OTM Open Thread 1/29: It is Monday

Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images Almost February Happy Monday. It’s almost February – the month of Spring Training, and Fort Myers, and Pitcher and Catchers reporting… and yet Cody Bellinger, Jordan Montgomery, and Blake Snell remain unsigned. Three of the biggest free agents. Just sitting out there waiting for offers. Personally, even with …

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Red Sox News & Links: Sox In On Jakob Junis and Ryne Stanek

Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images Plus, Dick Fitts a good fit for Boston. With ownership appearing to be even more reluctant to spend than anyone expected, are now seeing why so many candidates turned down the job the Red Sox eventually handed to Craig Breslow? Alex Speier caught up with some of those candidates, including …

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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.

Versatile Red Sox prospect Nick Sogard set to attend second consecutive MLB spring training camp

Nick Sogard was one of the 13 non-roster invitees the Red Sox added to their 2024 major-league spring training roster on Friday. Sogard, 26, is entering his fourth season as a member of the Red Sox organization after being acquired from the Rays alongside catching prospect Ronaldo Hernandez in the February 2021 trade that sent …

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Bruins vs. Flyers 1/27/24 RECAP: Colossal First Period lifts Boston over Flyers!

Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports The B’s head straight into the break with a win on the board and a smile in their hearts. Now I have to pretend to care about the All-Star Game! First Period Can you believe this game actually started slow? Because against all odds, it did. The Bruins and Flyers came …

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Women’s Recap: Home sweet home. Boston escapes Minnesota 3-2 in overtime.

Michael Riley Despite trying to throw away the points Boston survived with two points against a reeling Minnesota team. We are still waiting of Boston to play a full game but for now they are walking away with the majority of points. First Period We thought last game was a good start, well this first …

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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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Preview: Bruins head to Philly for a pre-break showdown

Photo by Elsa/Getty Images One more, then rest. Just the facts When: Today, 12:30 PM Where: Wells Fargo Center – Philadelphia, PA How to follow: NESN, NHL Network, 98.5 The Sports Hub Opposing perspective: Broad Street Hockey Know your enemy 25-18-6, 56PTS, 3rd in the Metropolitan Division Travis Konecny: 22G-20A-42PTS; Joel Farabee: 17G-23A-40PTS; Owen Tippett: …

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