In 2002, the Patriots selected receiver Deion Branch in the second round. The Louisville product became Tom Brady’s go-to pass-catcher and earned a Super Bowl MVP trophy after New England beat Philadelphia in February 2005. Many fans forget that Branch had company in the draft that year: seventh-rounder David Givens out of Notre Dame. During … Continue reading Searching For The Next David Givens
Combine Snubs Who Showed ’Em, Part I
Sometimes finding specific information on the NFL’s website feels like trying to track down some guy named Murph on St. Patrick’s Day: you pretty much know what you’re looking for, but you have no idea how to narrow the search. One thing NFL.com does get right? Posting Gil Brandt’s oft-entertaining pro day blog. Every football … Continue reading Combine Snubs Who Showed ’Em, Part I
Pats Draft Strategies: Post-Combine Review
In our previous draft strategies column, we discussed various methods of going about the selection process. After the NFL scouting combine and an early pro day, it’s time to review our prospects for each strategy. Heights and weights have been edited to show changes from pre-combine listings. PLAY IT STRAIGHT (Based on New England picking in … Continue reading Pats Draft Strategies: Post-Combine Review
Opinion: WEEI Needs Pete Sheppard
Clearly WEEI is in a state of change, especially in the afternoon time slot. Glenn Ordway is gone, and Mike Salk is set to join co-host Michael Holley in a few weeks. Up the dial on 98.5, Felger & Mazz are killing it in the ratings and it is apparent WEEI is trying to change … Continue reading Opinion: WEEI Needs Pete Sheppard
An Appreciation of Glenn Ordway
I've had my issues with Glenn Ordway and his show over the years. It's no secret. But there is another side, which needs to be told as well. Warning: I'm about to go into "old bastard" mode and reference things that I remember that happened before some current members of the Boston sports media were … Continue reading An Appreciation of Glenn Ordway
Patriots Draft: Three Strategies
By Chris Warner As the draft approaches (not ’til April 25, but hey, it’s happening, people), we’ll take periodic looks at Coach Bill Belichick’s possible drafting methods and the potential players available. As of this week, the Patriots have five picks in the 2013 draft: Rounds One (29th overall), Two (59), Three (91) and Round … Continue reading Patriots Draft: Three Strategies
Making The Rounds, New England Style
By Chris Warner A few years ago over on Patriot Daily, we reviewed Patriots drafts under Bill Belichick round by round. With their 2012 rookie haul showing strong potential – and a different approach in recent draft strategy – it’s time to take another look at April additions since 2000. This year, New England has … Continue reading Making The Rounds, New England Style
Senior Bowl Patriots Prospects
The following eight players caught our eye at this year’s Senior Bowl this past Saturday. Ezekial Ansah, BYU DE (6-5, 270). The Ghanaian Go-getter stood out in the Senior Bowl with a persistent pass rush (1.5 sacks, forced fumble) and an eye-bulging ability to chase down runners. Kept the broadcasters focused on him throughout the game … Continue reading Senior Bowl Patriots Prospects
Pats Bye Some Rest, Predictions Review
So, despite failing to show up against a handful of opponents, regardless of some occasional offensive inconsistency and a defensive backfield with plenty of consistency (albeit that of Swiss cheese), here New England sits, AFC East champs with a first-round bye. And they could use it. From tight end Rob Gronkowski’s glass arm to the … Continue reading Pats Bye Some Rest, Predictions Review
New England To Go 11-5? Fourth Quarter 2012 Predictions
Well, in light of the Patriots 4-0 run in Games Nine through 12, we here at BSMW have a lot of pressure on us to pick their final record. We figured New England would get off to a slow start (2-2), improve that mark in the second quarter (3-1), and run the table in the … Continue reading New England To Go 11-5? Fourth Quarter 2012 Predictions
Boston Sports Media Watch 