New England Patriots

[dmbredsox36]

I don't mind that signing at all. Just hope they go with 3 RBs and a FB. Fiammetta was a great blocking FB in Dallas, so I'd love to see the Pats breathe some life into their running game. So long Faulk!

[pathetic]

If he's healthy he'll be awesome in this offense

[dmbredsox36]

I know it's only May, but I'm excited for full camps to get underway and for the season to be near. Can't wait to see what the defense looks like and brings, along with what I hope will be a renewed focus on the running/screen game. I think that'd be a deadly combo when mixed with the new WR additions.

Until then, I hope the Red Sox continue to bounce back and the Celtics can keep defying the odds. Otherwise, it'll be a long spring/early summer. :lol

Edit: I should also add I'm happy to hear Welker saying he won't be missing games. I understand he wants a long-term deal, but he'd be a fool to push his luck with the Pats. Big competition ahead for the WRs in camp.

[rickyh24]

9.5 million reasons why Welker would never miss a game :lol

[pathetic]

9.5 million reasons why Welker would never miss a game :lol

:lol :lol

[dmbredsox36]

It was a very smart response from him. It's like he went to a class at Patriot Way 101 during the last week.

[rickyh24]

Welker signed his franchise tender today.

[thebridge15]

Signed his tender. Nice. My favorite player stays around for a little longer.

[dmbredsox36]

Signed his tender. Nice. My favorite player stays around for a little longer.

:thumbsup My thoughts exactly.

[jackisback24]

I'm still dumbfounded by the top of this thread. Like, so desensitized to stuff like this, but I'm really, even after many days later, still so much in disbelief.

[DMBstandUP1984]

Welker signed his franchise tender today.

wouldn't blame him for holding out, but i also don't blame him for signing

wes welker would not be wes welker anywhere else in the NFL this offense is made for him

[Roose13]

Bahahaha!

https://twitter.com/#!/si_vault/statuses/202848836266360833

[pathetic]

Bahahaha!

https://twitter.com/#!/si_vault/statuses/202848836266360833

baby genius

[Roose13]

I love that Twitter account. Always tweeting some incredible pictures.

[pathetic]

so...wes signed that franchise tag 9.5mil tender this season in hopes the pats would negotiate a long-term deal with him. they offered him a lesser deal than the original 2yr 16mil deal he declined earlier this year

[DMBstandUP1984]

so...wes signed that franchise tag 9.5mil tender this season in hopes the pats would negotiate a long-term deal with him. they offered him a lesser deal than the original 2yr 16mil deal he declined earlier this year

Signing this was a bad move for Welker. Why sign it then come out and talk about the negotiations. and then complain that now they offered you less. The Pats don't need Welker he is nice to have and i'm sure they won't kick him out the door but they won't break the bank for him

[abbotter88]

Signing this was a bad move for Welker. Why sign it then come out and talk about the negotiations. and then complain that now they offered you less. The Pats don't need Welker he is nice to have and i'm sure they won't kick him out the door but they won't break the bank for him

That's why Welker is a boss. He knew it was a bad decision to sign the tender. He just wanted to play for the pats this year, work his ass off, and be with his teammates. He'd rather hold out hope for an extension than miss time.

That said...I don't think he's getting extended. This is it for him, gone after this year.

[pathetic]

res wekler in a contract year? we might see 150 catches

[thebestauntie]

Interesting article on BB and offense. http://boston.cbslocal.com/2012/05/21/how-bill-belichicks-creative-offensive-system-is-changing-the-nfl/

[rickyh24]

OTA photos

http://www.patriots.com/media-center/photo-gallery/2012-Organized-Team-Activities/1f05c1cd-70ea-4f4f-9d20-9393314570b1#d6903fe8-d68b-4d89-89ae-4a59a2aa3782

[drop2d]

FYI... Brady is not from Baaaahston:

http://www.funnyordie.com/videos/2fbed587d7/tom-brady-s-wicked-accent

[dmbredsox36]

1 WR down, 10 to go. :lol

Gonzalez released.

[pathetic]

1 WR down, 10 to go. :lol

Gonzalez released.

Ocho next.....

[thebridge15]

No!!! I loved Gonzalez.

[dmbredsox36]

Yeah I was hopeful Gonzalez would work out, but it was a long shot regardless. Like pathetic said, Ocho is probably up next, but probably not until closer to training camp or a little after.

Side Note: Pathetic, what the heck is your first name? I've seen it posted before and I just feel bad saying 'as pathetic mentioned.' Sounds awful. :lol

[pathetic]

Yeah I was hopeful Gonzalez would work out, but it was a long shot regardless. Like pathetic said, Ocho is probably up next, but probably not until closer to training camp or a little after.

Side Note: Pathetic, what the heck is your first name? I've seen it posted before and I just feel bad saying 'as pathetic mentioned.' Sounds awful. :lol

i hate my username :lol

my name's Jesse.

Yeah i'd say ocho might be the least talented receiver left...he's good for a spark if he knows the playbook, but it's not worth letting a guy like underwood sit if he's willing to show something.

i can't wait to see welker, lloyd, gronk, and hernandez all on the field at the same time.

[dmbredsox36]

Yeah I'm very excited to see this offense take the field again. I think McDaniels will have new wrinkles for the offense (more RB based passing/screens would be nice) and he'll know how to use Lloyd to stretch the defense. That'll open the middle up for the best TE duo and best slot WR in the game. And I'm sure Gaffney or Stallworth can work the other side as well. As long as Solder and the rest of the line keep Brady upright, the offense will be unstoppable, again.

I think I'm most looking forward to seeing how the defense looks and performs. Based on talent, they should be moving towards being another dominant D.

[dmbredsox36]

FYI... Brady is not from Baaaahston:

http://www.funnyordie.com/videos/2fbed587d7/tom-brady-s-wicked-accent

'I'm the fuckin' quarterback you moron!'

'Matt Damon, shame on you! He lost his wife in those bourne movies but I don't feel bad for him at all.'

Good stuff. :lol :lol

[dmbredsox36]

Jermichael Finley bringing the lolz. You jealous bro? :lol

"Packers tight end Jermichael Finley, a four-year veteran who tied his career-high with 55 catches in 2011, said the following about Gronkowski and fellow tight end standout Jimmy Graham of the Saints.

“They did well last year. But in this league, you've got to do it consistently. If you've shown that you can do it one time, you have to come back and do it,” Finley told ESPN Radio in Wisconsin. “They're going to have to show me something. I'm not trying to beat them or see what I can do better than them, but they're going to have to show me a little more."

[jaking1185]

Jermichael Finley bringing the lolz. You jealous bro? :lol

"Packers tight end Jermichael Finley, a four-year veteran who tied his career-high with 55 catches in 2011, said the following about Gronkowski and fellow tight end standout Jimmy Graham of the Saints.

“They did well last year. But in this league, you've got to do it consistently. If you've shown that you can do it one time, you have to come back and do it,” Finley told ESPN Radio in Wisconsin. “They're going to have to show me something. I'm not trying to beat them or see what I can do better than them, but they're going to have to show me a little more."

To be honest, he is a blockhead. If only his production would match his mouth...

[pathetic]

Jermichael Finley bringing the lolz. You jealous bro? :lol

"Packers tight end Jermichael Finley, a four-year veteran who tied his career-high with 55 catches in 2011, said the following about Gronkowski and fellow tight end standout Jimmy Graham of the Saints.

“They did well last year. But in this league, you've got to do it consistently. If you've shown that you can do it one time, you have to come back and do it,” Finley told ESPN Radio in Wisconsin. “They're going to have to show me something. I'm not trying to beat them or see what I can do better than them, but they're going to have to show me a little more."

lol so they have to prove themselves to him?

Finley put up his best stats of his career last year. gronk put up similar stats in his rookie year then doubled them last year.

get gronk'd, jermichael

[thebridge15]

:lol I love when players get their egos hurt like clearly Finley has. Why can't you just acknowledge that Gronk and Graham has amazing years last year?

[dmbredsox36]

Interesting to see the Pats cut Markell Carter, along with two others. Seemed like he had a legit shot of contributing this season and the Pats had bumped his PS salary significantly to keep him from leaving. Maybe the reload on defense made him expendable now.

[dmbredsox36]

lol so they have to prove themselves to him?

Finley put up his best stats of his career last year. gronk put up similar stats in his rookie year then doubled them last year.

get gronk'd, jermichael

All this did was help guarantee I don't take Finley in FF this season. :lol

[DMBstandUP1984]

Ocho and Hernandez not at practice...Media got kicked out an hour early with no explantion and then let back in 19mins later according to Jeff Howe on twitter its a pretty confusion scene.

[dduncan6er]

Team is fucked.

[DMBstandUP1984]

Ocho and Hernandez not at practice...Media got kicked out an hour early with no explantion and then let back in 19mins later according to Jeff Howe on twitter its a pretty confusion scene.


has since removed "Patriots WR" from twitter account.

[thebridge15]

omg ocho

[rickyh24]

What is up with hernandez?

[rickyh24]

has since removed "Patriots WR" from twitter account.

He has added it back apparently.

[rickyh24]

Ocho had an eye doctor appointment :lol

[thebridge15]

I'll be furious if they get rid of Hernandez.

[dduncan6er]

Hernandez isn't going anywhere. And if he does he definitely wont be cut. They'd get something for him.

[DMBstandUP1984]

new report..that ocho is going to be released.

source ESPN Adam Schefter

[thebridge15]

What about Hernandez?!?!

[thebestauntie]

OchoCinco just tweeted this: @ochocinco Thoroughly enjoyed the oppurtunity to play for the "Patriot" organization... fans were fucking wicked awesome, I wish all of you the best...

[thebridge15]

Ocho's profile now describes him as UNEMPLOYED BLACK GUY.

[thebestauntie]

You gotta at least appreciate his sense of humor. :lol

[dmbredsox36]

I'm fine with him going, but why not keep him around for camp fodder? Enough WRs as it is I guess. Interesting day so far.

[rickyh24]

When will Ocho be eligible for the Patriots HOF?

[dmbredsox36]

I'm interested in the details if this is true. Nice to lock him up, hopefully they can do it with Hernandez as well. I'd like to see both of them in Pats uniforms for long time.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/06/07/sourcepats-gronkowski-do-a-new-deal/

[thebridge15]

That'd be huge. Especially with Welker a question mark long-term, if we can even semi-lock down Hernandez and Gronk I'd be really excited.

[dmbredsox36]

Yeah I'm pretty sure, unless Welker compromises a little bit for a 2 year deal, he'll be walking after this season, but locking up the best TE duo in the league would be huge, especially with Brady's window closing over the next 3-4 years.

[thebridge15]

Gronk!!!

[dmbredsox36]

Nice deal right there. Maybe they took the guaranteed $ they had offered Wes and gave it to Gronk. :lol

[dmbredsox36]

Interview with TB. http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/writers/jimmy_traina/06/21/tom-brady-talks-gisle-bunchden-giants-super-bowl-rob-gronkowski/index.html#ixzz1yWfJa9D0

SI.com: You mentioned you have two kids. There are rumors that you guys are having a third. I don't know if you want to get into that or not.
Brady: I like working on it.

:lol

[pathetic]

:lol:lol:lol:lol

[thebridge15]

Football season!!!

[dmbredsox36]

Amen. Sorry about OKC.

[thebridge15]

I root for OKC, the Patriots and Carolina basketball. In central Africa they probably think I just partied all year with all the championships my team won.

Now the Red Sox will probably lose in the WS.






:lol

[dduncan6er]

Pats bringing back Ihedigbo. I don't mind it, just don't want to see him starting games, which he probably won't.

[drop2d]

This is just awesome:

http://www.boston.com/sports/blogs/thebuzz/2012/07/tom_bradys_acti.html?p1=Upbox_links

[dmbredsox36]

This is just awesome:

http://www.boston.com/sports/blogs/thebuzz/2012/07/tom_bradys_acti.html?p1=Upbox_links

"Hey kid, you want some candy?" :lol

[rickyh24]

http://www.milb.com/multimedia/vpp.jsp?content_id=22976803&source=MILB&topic_id=18601616&tcid=facebook_embedded_player

[rickyh24]

more from gronk.....


http://espn.go.com/espn/photos/gallery/_/id/8136693/image/12/rob-gronkowski-2012-body-issue-bodies-want-espn-magazine

[dduncan6er]

Something tells me it didn't take too much convincing to get Gronk to do that.

[pathetic]

ESPN got gronk'd

[BryanMPolDV]

Your owner has lost his damn mind, Pats' fans.

http://deadspin.com/5925018/heres-patriots-owner-bob-kraft-helping-his-girlfriend-with-some-kind-of-weird-audition

[pathetic]

Your owner has lost his damn mind, Pats' fans.

http://deadspin.com/5925018/heres-patriots-owner-bob-kraft-helping-his-girlfriend-with-some-kind-of-weird-audition


read the update. he's just a man of the people. don't hate on his artistic ability


UPDATE (10:05 a.m.): Barstool Sports' Jerry Thornton appeared on Toucher and Rich (http://boston.cbslocal.com/2012/07/11/toucher-rich-robert-kraft-helps-ricki-noel-lander-with-audition-video/) in Boston to discuss the video's provenance. Thornton says the film for which Lander's auditioning is The Internship, a forthcoming Vince Vaughn/Owen Wilson flick. Kraft was doing Wilson's lines.

[SoRight24]

Your owner has lost his damn mind, Pats' fans.

http://deadspin.com/5925018/heres-patriots-owner-bob-kraft-helping-his-girlfriend-with-some-kind-of-weird-audition

That is just straight up bizarre. :lol

[dmbredsox36]

:lol "I think Belichick needs to sit down and talk to Robert Kraft. This kind of behavior is not the Patriot Way."

[pathetic]

:lol "I think Belichick needs to sit down and talk to Robert Kraft. This kind of behavior is not the Patriot Way."

:lol:lol

[dmbredsox36]

I saw the quick note from the Globe saying that Gronk has been told to reel it in a little bit, especially with camp coming up. Thoughts?

I say let the kid have fun, let him be Gronk on/off the field, but also make sure he knows that once camp starts, it's all business. I mean, after all, at least he's not getting DWI's, getting in bar fights or flashing guns at cops. :lol

[dmbredsox36]

Speaking of the usual Patriot Way, I have a great place that Dez Bryant should come and visit, stay awhile even. After all, Brandon Lloyd is getting up there.

[dmbredsox36]

Not surprisingly, but still good to see, Hightower's deal is said to be done.

[thebridge15]

Hightower!!!

[rickyh24]

Shiancoe signed to a 1 yr deal.

[dduncan6er]

I'm guessing this means that Fells won't be back to start the year. This team has 6 TEs right now :lol.

[rickyh24]

Gronk
Hernandez
Shiancoe
Lloyd
Welker

:lol :lol

I wonder is we will see Hernandez in some different roles more often.

[dduncan6er]

Shiancoe isn't much of a pass catcher at this point in his career. He'll be at the end of the line to help Solder. He'll be taking the Crumpler role from a couple years ago.

[rickyh24]

I'm sure he can still catch passes when he is open...and he will be open.

[dduncan6er]

There's no room for him on the field with all the other guys. He'll be in there in short yardage situations and for pass protection. I'll be surprised if he catches over 20 balls next year.

[rickyh24]

There's no room for him on the field with all the other guys. He'll be in there in short yardage situations and for pass protection. I'll be surprised if he catches over 20 balls next year.

I pretty much agree. I also think we may see Hernandez used differently this season though.

[dduncan6er]

He looked good out of the backfield in that Denver game but that may have been more of a surprise factor. Regardless he's one of the most versatile guys in the league.

[rickyh24]

He looked good out of the backfield in that Denver game but that may have been more of a surprise factor. Regardless he's one of the most versatile guys in the league.

I honestly think he could be deadly out of the slot.

[dduncan6er]

He definitely could be. Having him and Welker on opposite sides with Lloyd and Branch on the outside and Gronk lining up on the line at TE. Holy Shit.

[rickyh24]

Addai is going to carry the ball every 5 downs or so and average like 7 a carry :lol

[dduncan6er]

I hope Ridley gets a legitimate chance to win the RB job. He looked good at times last year, but ended up in the dog house after a couple fumbles.

[rickyh24]

I hope Ridley gets a legitimate chance to win the RB job. He looked good at times last year, but ended up in the dog house after a couple fumbles.

I'm sure it will be the patented multi headed Pats backfield. Ridely and Addai will both get their touches.

[thebridge15]

I'm very excited to see the records this offense breaks.

[abbotter88]

I bet Fells starts the year on the PUP. Shiancoe will fill in until week 6, and if Fells is ready, Shiancoe will be cut. I really can't see them carrying 4 TE's at the expense of another roster spot....but maybe.

[dmbredsox36]

I hope Ridley gets a legitimate chance to win the RB job. He looked good at times last year, but ended up in the dog house after a couple fumbles.

Likewise here. I know the young RB's are unproven, but I want them to have a legit shot at making a big impact. I think it could add a whole new level of excitement for us as fans and another level for opponents to game plan against.

I bet Fells starts the year on the PUP. Shiancoe will fill in until week 6, and if Fells is ready, Shiancoe will be cut. I really can't see them carrying 4 TE's at the expense of another roster spot....but maybe.

I'd assume this is what's going to happen. Fells seems like the long term 3rd TE whereas Shiancoe is the fill in until week 6. Unless BB's going with a four TE offensive set come game time. :lol

[thebridge15]

The offense is gonna run out there with Brady, Woodhead, Shiancoe, Lloyd, Welker, Hernandez, Gronk, Mankins, Waters, Koppen and Solder (who's declared eligible). After the snap Brady sprints backwards 7-10 yards, then launches the ball in the air knowing that SOMEONE will catch it.

[dduncan6er]

Is Mankins supposed to be back to start the year? Remember he tore his ACL in the Super Bowl. I think Gallery may be in there to start the year.

[rickyh24]

Mankins is on the PUP now. Not sure when he will come off.

[thebridge15]

Yea I forgot Mankins got hurt. What's the line now? Vollmer, Waters/Connolly, Koppen, Gallery, Solder?

[dduncan6er]

Is Koppen supposed to be back? And Vollmer better find a way to stay healthy now that Light is gone.

[abbotter88]

Is Koppen supposed to be back? And Vollmer better find a way to stay healthy now that Light is gone.


Koppen is back, but he's coming off a pretty major injury and they gave Connelly a pretty good chunk of change. It'll be interesting to see who starts at center.

And yes, if a couple things go wrong on this o-line (vollmer and mankins health, waters retire?) than this offensive takes a few steps back from a potentially record setting season.

[rickyh24]

The line is stacked if everyone is healthy.

[thebridge15]

Connolly will also have his hands full as the team's primary kick returner.

[HoldemHart]

I'm very excited to see the records this offense breaks and then eventually lose to the Giants in the Super Bowl.

Fixed for factual accuracy.

[rickyh24]

Florida sports fans are the worst.

[thebridge15]

Why do Giants fans still have an inferiority complex?

We get it, your team is good, you beat us twice in the Super Bowl. I don't think there are any Pats fans who don't currently respect the Giants.

[HoldemHart]

Florida sports fans,who were born 15 minutes from Giants Stadium, are the worst.

Fixed that for you, Ricky.

It's good to see you are as butthurt as ever.

[HoldemHart]

Why do Giants fans still have an inferiority complex?

We get it, your team is good, you beat us twice in the Super Bowl. I don't think there are any Pats fans who don't currently respect the Giants.

Right, because had the Pats won there would zero shit talking coming from Pats fans. Come on now.

[thebridge15]

Right, because had the Pats won there would zero shit talking coming from Pats fans. Come on now.I mean from me maybe jokingly, but I certainly wouldn't post in the Giants thread when someone didn't even mention the Pats.

[HoldemHart]

I mean from me maybe jokingly, but I certainly wouldn't post in the Giants thread when someone didn't even mention the Pats.

It was meant as a joke, I apologize if feelings were hurt.

[thebridge15]

It was meant as a joke, I apologize if feelings were hurt.:lol no I know, I'm just fucking around.

At least the Giants win. Jets fans talking shit is a bigger problem.

[dmbredsox36]

:lol no I know, I'm just fucking around.

At least the Giants win. Jets fans talking shit is a bigger problem.

So true. And my very vocal friend who's a dolphins fan :lol

[HoldemHart]

:lol no I know, I'm just fucking around.

At least the Giants win. Jets fans talking shit is a bigger problem.

Giants and Pats fans can all agree: Jets fans are the fucking worst.

[thebridge15]

So true. And my very vocal friend who's a dolphins fan :lolI have a friend who's a very vocal Bills fan, and he's been talking shit all offseason. It's confusing.

[abbotter88]

Pats release Joseph Addai, up on ESPN boston.

So either they go with 3 backs or Bolden is making the roster

[dduncan6er]

Sports Hub just reported Addai got cut already. :lol

[dduncan6er]

I'm willing to bet Addai came to camp out of shape and BB just told him to go home.

[rickyh24]

:lol well so much for that. Ridley it is.

[rickyh24]

http://www.nesn.com/2012/07/report-rob-gronkowski-in-talks-with-talent-agency-to-develop-tv-show-with-family.html

[dduncan6er]

Yea, I can't see BB letting that happen.

[dmbredsox36]

Absolutely not. There's a difference between what's he's been doing (and I'm fine with) and bringing drama into the actual season. That won't fly with anyone.

[dmbredsox36]

Well that was short lived...and so ends the summer of Gronk.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/07/26/no-gronk-tv-for-now/

[thebridge15]

Of course something reported by Rovell wasn't true. That guy is the worst.

http://cdn.uproxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Picture-54.png

[dmbredsox36]

I know you guys mentioned it earlier, but as much as I thought Addai would be a solid veteran presence in camp, I hope the young guys are ready to step up and seize the opportunity. That's what im looking most forward to. Bolden should now have a legit shot at making the roster as well, plus a true FB.

[rickyh24]

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151071482192372&set=a.10151071481902372.458368.42693447371&type=1&theater
Gronk is a monster. He makes Chung look like a 13 year old.

[jackisback24]

Yes! Yes! Yes!

http://espn.go.com/blog/boston/new-england-patriots/post/_/id/4725830/brady-lloyd-duo-highlights-practice

[jackisback24]

Is Jake Ballard playing this year or is he injured?

[rickyh24]

he is out for the year.

[jackisback24]

he is out for the year.
shit. Shancoe it is.

[rickyh24]

They have that Gronk guy. Hernandez too.

[pathetic]

They have that Gronk guy. Hernandez too.

:lol:lol

[dmbredsox36]

Yeah I'm pretty sure TE is stocked...Fells (whose decent) will probably start on the PUP, they'll use Visanthe Shiancoe until then and Urban will be on the PS. 4-5 TE's should do it. :lol

Very happy to hear positive reports so far about Ridley, Hernandez, Hightower, Jones and even Brace/Cunningham in camp. Long way to go, but nice to see.

[thebridge15]

I need another jersey. I'm thinking alternate red Branch.

[pathetic]

Apparantly McDaniels is going back to a screen heavy playbook.

[dmbredsox36]

I need another jersey. I'm thinking alternate red Branch.

I'd wait to make sure he actually makes the cut before getting a jersey. Just saying.

[dmbredsox36]

Apparantly McDaniels is going back to a screen heavy playbook.

Sounds good to me. They have the talent. A legit screen/run game sets up a ton of play action and downfield possibilities with all the weapons they have.

[pathetic]

Sounds good to me. They have the talent. A legit screen/run game sets up a ton of play action and downfield possibilities with all the weapons they have.

if the O-line can do their job, guys like ridley, welker, hernandez, lloyd, and branch are going to have a field day with the screens.

i liked the offense that billy o'brien ran, but McD's offense always kept people on their toes

[dmbredsox36]

if the O-line can do their job, guys like ridley, welker, hernandez, lloyd, and branch are going to have a field day with the screens.

i liked the offense that billy o'brien ran, but McD's offense always kept people on their toes

Exactly. I also think McD will be able to use Lloyd to stretch the field and move the offense downfield quickly. At times, the Pats have definitely suffered from not having a deep threat and being forced to the short/middle field plays. This season though, I expect that to change.

One other thing I'll be interested in seeing is how McD incorporates Gronk and Hernandez. He didn't have two of the best TE's in the league the last time he was here, hopefully he knows how to use both of them.

[rickyh24]

http://espn.go.com/boston/nfl/story/_/id/8215556/new-england-patriots-training-camp-ups-downs

Solid read.

[dmbredsox36]

Just was reading that now. Good stuff.

Along with that, this is one of the best interviews I've seen done with Brady. Class act through and though. Very good read.

http://espn.go.com/blog/boston/new-england-patriots/post/_/id/4725915/brady-goes-deep-on-sirius

[pathetic]

fight between solder and spikes at camp. i like it

http://espn.go.com/boston/nfl/story/_/id/8224757/nate-solder-brandon-spikes-center-new-england-patriots-camp-scuffle

[dduncan6er]

Love seeing that out of Solder. Guy isn't gonna let himself get pushed around. Hope he gets some snarl like Mankins.

[DMBstandUP1984]

i'll be at both the Colts and Broncos game this season...any of you guys going?

[dduncan6er]

Jones expected to start at DE right off the bat. So pumped to see him and Hightower on the defense.
http://www.boston.com/sports/football/patriots/extra_points/2012/08/roll_call_pract_6.html

[dmbredsox36]

Awesome news. I know the secondary still has concerns, along with the O-line, but I can't wait to see Jones on the line, Hightower playing with Spikes and Mayo and Ridley outta the backfield.

[thebridge15]

Would it be crazy if I find a Hightower jersey to buy?

[rickyh24]

http://espn.go.com/boston/nfl/story/_/id/8231849/two-more-scraps-break-new-england-patriots-training-camp

[dmbredsox36]

So...I know it's only the preseason, but my wife's boss gave us 4 tickets + a hotel room to the Pats/Giants pre-season game in NY. Free.

Talk about bittersweet. I gotta be surrounded by Giants fans who will tell me all about the SB loss and how Welker (my jersey) couldn't come up with the big catch. And yet I get to watch the Pats for free. Win some, lose some. :lol

[pathetic]

F*ck the giants

[rickyh24]

So...I know it's only the preseason, but my wife's boss gave us 4 tickets + a hotel room to the Pats/Giants pre-season game in NY.

Don't dress it up. It's in Jersey.

[DMBstandUP1984]

F*ck the giants

yea fuck the giants :lorraine

[dmbredsox36]

Don't dress it up. It's in Jersey.

:lol True...Sorry about that.

[rickyh24]

Can't wait for the epic battle vs the colts. Always a great game.

[thebridge15]

I don't even want to turn on ESPN the week of the Broncos game. It's gonna be insufferable.

[pathetic]

Can't wait for the epic battle vs the colts. Always a great game.

It'll be just a normal week in here now that Justin's no longer a colts fan. Throw the broncos into the pile of teams he roots for.

[aicdmb]

Whos scared about 1st game? Titans were tough last game vs Pats

[DMBstandUP1984]

It'll be just a normal week in here now that Justin's no longer a colts fan. Throw the broncos into the pile of teams he roots for.

I still like the Colts.

[jackisback24]

Can't wait for the epic battle vs the colts. Always a great game.
almost 2K to go!!!

[dduncan6er]

Whos scared about 1st game? Titans were tough last game vs Pats
No one is scared of the Titans. :lol

Edit: Just realized you were beign sarcastic when I thought about the last Pats Titans game. I was there and it was awesome to see the Pats score about 50 points in the first half but the sleet and freezing rain were miserable.

[pathetic]

:lol:lol wasn't that against vince young?

[aicdmb]

I dont know. 59-0 or some shit. Just hoping its a little closer but might not be.

[pathetic]

i bet hoyer would win 11-12 games with this schedule

[ProudRyno]

:lol:lol wasn't that against vince young?

Kerry Collins.

[pathetic]

Kerry Collins.

yeah, and VY :lol

http://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/200910180nwe.htm

collins: 2/12, -7 yards, 1 int

Young: 0/2, 0yards, 1int, 1 fumble for -18 yards

[schreiber89]

Those look like the stat lines for starting QB's in a Bills/Browns game

edit: I think Derek Anderson beat them once going 2/17 for 23 yards :lol

[dduncan6er]

yeah, and VY :lol

http://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/200910180nwe.htm

collins: 2/12, -7 yards, 1 int

Young: 0/2, 0yards, 1int, 1 fumble for -18 yards
You know it's going to be a beat down when Maroney breaks off a 40 yard TD. :lol

[pathetic]

Worst draft pick ever :lol

[thebestauntie]

I've been here for less than a week and I'm already tired of the Pittsburgh Steelers commercials. It's going to be a long football season for me. :lol

[pathetic]

I've been here for less than a week and I'm already tired of the Pittsburgh Steelers commercials. It's going to be a long football season for me. :lol

i give it half a season before you start bandwagoning

[thebestauntie]

i give it half a season before you start bandwagoning
Not the Steelers. Ever. :lol

[dmbgodagirl41]

I've been here for less than a week and I'm already tired of the Pittsburgh Steelers commercials. It's going to be a long football season for me. :lol

Welcome to being a huge fan of another team, and not living in the area of the country where your team is located. You're going to hate your effing life from September - January. I suggest you not listen to any morning radio on Mondays and secretly root against the Steelers, since you're going to be flooded with Steelers fans everywhere you go.

This is why Cundiff missing the kick was so fucking awesome. Who cares if NE didn't win the Super Bowl, we beat the Ravens. The Pats could go 1-15 this year for all I care, as long as they beat Baltimore in week 3. All else means shit to my sanity. :lol

[Ascf33]

It's much easier when your local team sucks and 2/3 of your area is all New Yorkers anyway.

[dmbgodagirl41]

It's much easier when your local team sucks and 2/3 of your area is all New Yorkers anyway.

:lol:lol

[Ascf33]

F*ck the giants

yea fuck the giants :lorraine

:lol :lol

[thebestauntie]

Welcome to being a huge fan of another team, and not living in the area of the country where your team is located. You're going to hate your effing life from September - January. I suggest you not listen to any morning radio on Mondays and secretly root against the Steelers, since you're going to be flooded with Steelers fans everywhere you go.

This is why Cundiff missing the kick was so fucking awesome. Who cares if NE didn't win the Super Bowl, we beat the Ravens. The Pats could go 1-15 this year for all I care, as long as they beat Baltimore in week 3. All else means shit to my sanity. :lol
Haha. Well I always root against the Steelers, I guess I will just have to be a little more sublte about it. That should be easy for me. :lol

[rickyh24]

Defense is amazing this year.

[rickyh24]

Lloyd dropping balls already. Fuck this.

[rickyh24]

OLine sucks. At least it will be much different come week 1.

[drop2d]

Looks like the replacement refs are getting a workout throwing flags.

[rickyh24]

Looks like the replacement refs are getting a workout throwing flags.

:lol Seriously.


Jones and Ridley impressing.

[rickyh24]

Well that was fun.

[pathetic]

nba needs replacement refs

[rickyh24]

Hightower looks good too. Got some maturing to do but he is going to be a monster.

[pathetic]

Mallett time!!!1!11!

[pathetic]

now the refs keep the flags in their pocket?

[pathetic]

great job, o-line....mallett just almost got killed on that pick

[rickyh24]

Mallet has a cannon.

[pathetic]

Mallet has a cannon.

ball was perfect down the sideline if the receiver didnt get tangled up for a second

[DMBstandUP1984]

this team is fucked

[pathetic]

ridley was looking great, now vareen is looking good too

[rickyh24]

Vereen looking good too. Might have the bets backfield in the AFC as of now.

[pathetic]

Hoyer time!!!

[rickyh24]

Touchdown....best.!@!

[thebestauntie]

Ugh, I hate that I can't watch this game! Grrrrr.

[rickyh24]

http://www.weei.com/sports/boston/this-just-in/21219621/report-pats-fletcher-tears-acl

:lol awesome

[DMBstandUP1984]

who are the two guys in the booth for this game? the cbs wbz broadcast

[thebestauntie]

Randy Cross and Don Criqui

[DMBstandUP1984]

Randy Cross and Don Criqui


I feel like I'm playing NFL Gameday listening to these guys.

[rickyh24]

http://espn.go.com/blog/boston/new-england-patriots/post/_/id/4726924/mankins-back-at-pats-practice

Great news.

[pathetic]

:lol pats are playing two games next week. monday and friday

[dmbredsox36]

Well....the return game may have just gotten a lot faster.

http://espn.go.com/blog/boston/new-england-patriots/post/_/id/4727264/report-demps-agrees-with-patriots

[jackisback24]

Demps!:bounce:hump

[rickyh24]

I really hope they give him a shot with at least the return game. Kid can fly and he can hold on to the ball too. It's not like they are just picking up a burner this kid actually played football at a high level.

[rickyh24]

http://www.easports.com/madden-nfl/news/article/receivers-ratings-in-madden-nfl-13


4 of the top 28 or so receivers :lol Pats are going to be a fun Madden team.

[rickyh24]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=bW4X664GRt0


slow.

[dmbmuskie]

Fuck you guys for signing Demps.

[thebestauntie]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=bW4X664GRt0


slow.
Good lord.

[pathetic]

sucks that demps can't play tonight. can't wait to see him

[DMBstandUP1984]

Can't remember who said it..but someone being interviewed on Toucher and Rich this morning said its likely Brady wouldn't take any snaps in tonights game.

[rickyh24]

Hoyer time!

[DMBstandUP1984]

Hoyer time!

he was saying probably see hoyer for one whole half and Mallett for the second half.

but Flynn thinks they might treat this game more like game 3 of the preseason since they are playing 3 games in 10 days...then again its the Patriots and you can never tell what they are going to do anyways. Probably fuck around and have Brady play the whole game

[thebestauntie]

Wait, I actually get to watch a pre season game and Brady's not going to take any snaps? What the hell?

[dduncan6er]

Looks like we'll get to see a lot of the 2nd and 3rd best QBs in the AFC East tonight.

[DMBluedevils]

Looks like we'll get to see a lot of the 2nd and 3rd best QBs in the AFC East tonight.

:lol I hope they destroy the Eagles even though it's just preseason.

[dduncan6er]

Didn't get a chance to see the first preseason game so I'm really excited for tonight. I'll be paying close attention to Solder, Dowling, Jones, and Hightower. Eagles are supposed to be playing their starters for 3 quarters tonight so a win is unlikely.

[dduncan6er]

Mallett time!!

[dduncan6er]

I'm liking the screens McDaniels is putting into the playbook.

[dduncan6er]

Holy shit Cunningham just destroyed Vick.

[rickyh24]

QB with fragile ribs?? Lets run PA first play.

[dduncan6er]

I feel bad for Mallett. 3 staring o-linemen out and no Gronk, Welker, Lloyd, or Hernandez. :lol

[rickyh24]

I feel bad for Mallett. 3 staring o-linemen out and no Gronk, Welker, Lloyd, or Hernandez. :lol

:lol seriously

[pathetic]

Neon Deion!!!

[pathetic]

Mcdaniels really knows when to call a screen.

[dduncan6er]

Jeez Solder got abused right there.

[dduncan6er]

Very nice throw by Mallett there.

[pathetic]

Jeez Solder got abused right there.

Yeah, you better believe he'll be watching that all week in the film room.

[DMBstandUP1984]

score???

[dduncan6er]

11-0 Patriots back ups.

[rickyh24]

11-0.....

[DMBstandUP1984]

11-0.....

i hate the Eagles

[thebestauntie]

Why did the Pats go for 2 there?

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[dduncan6er]

Pretty much just to practice the goal line offense.

[rickyh24]

Running it up week 2 of the preseason. Love this team.

[pathetic]

Why did the Pats go for 2 there?

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There was a penalty so they were closer and wanted to work on their goal line offense.

[thebestauntie]

Pretty much just to practice the goal line offense.

Oh okay that makes sense.

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[dduncan6er]

Lesean McCoy is so good.

[rickyh24]

LA are you posting from a kindle fire using tapatalk??? Just wondering.

[dduncan6er]

:lol:lol:lol

[rickyh24]

Thats gotta be a pick.

[dduncan6er]

Well that's not going to help Bolden's case for making the team.

[rickyh24]

Nice catch. Cut him.

[thebestauntie]

LA are you posting from a kindle fire using tapatalk??? Just wondering.

Haha yeah sorry I'm too lazy to delete it every time I post.

Edit: nice job special teams.

[rickyh24]

:lol :lol

[dduncan6er]

Come on LA.

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[pathetic]

I'm surprised bill is sending him back out on special teams. He'll be filling out applications tomorrow

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[thebestauntie]

Come on LA.

Sent from my Laptop.

It automatically puts it in the post, I don't type it in. :lol

[dduncan6er]

I heard he has a really good chance of making the team. We'll see if they give him another shot.

[dduncan6er]

It automatically puts it in the post, I don't type it in. :lol
I know that. :lol

Edit: Sent from my Laptop.

[dduncan6er]

Cannon is soooooo bad.

[thebestauntie]

I know that. :lol

Edit: Sent from my Laptop.

Brat :lol :p

Another turnover nice
And in their own red zone, awesome.

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[rickyh24]

Cut Cannon.

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[DMBluedevils]

Terrible turnovers here, and both leading to touchdowns.

[rickyh24]

Terrible turnovers here

They are easy to swallow when they are by guys who will never see the field during the reg season.

edit: I'm blaming Cannon for that last one not Hoyer