offense
If the offense is merely competent, the Patriots will be much better this season. But their schedule is brutal, starting with the Eagles.
Sports This is the first time in Patriots history that they have opened against the NFC champ. Jalen Hurts looks to follow his breakout 2022 season with a stronger 2023. Matt Rourke By Chad Finn September 9, 2023 | 8:42 AM Welcome to Season 12, Episode 1 of the Unconventional Preview, a serious yet lighthearted, […]
Patriots certainly seem to be trending in the right direction on offense — with one huge ‘if’
Patriots This offense can make magic happen. But will they have enough protection to do so? The progress of quarterback Mac Jones is now in the capable hands of offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien (right). By Chad Finn, The Boston Globe August 22, 2023 | 10:44 AM So, two games and a couple dozen practices into […]
Zach Wilson and the Jets’ offense continue to sputter in 27-6 loss to Chargers
Patriots “Our defense is playing lights out, man,” Wilson said. “We’ve got to get something going. We’ve got to find a way.” New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) walks on the field during the fourth quarter an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Monday, Nov. 6, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP […]
Dan Orlovsky explained why he thinks Mac Jones has faced unfair criticism in Patriots’ offense
Morning Sports Update “What’s been done to Mac Jones is a joke.” Mac Jones and Cole Strange celebrate after the Patriots’ fourth quarter touchdown against the Bills. AP Photo/Greg M. Cooper Dan Orlovsky’s defense of Mac Jones: After leading the Patriots to an upset win over the Bills on Sunday, Mac Jones may have caused […]
This lineup reshuffle from Bill Belichick offers hope that Patriots offense is on the upswing
Patriots “I think everyone thought that was the best thing for us to do at this time.” Mike Onwenu was a difference maker at right tackle on Sunday against Buffalo. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong) After weeks of futility, Mac Jones and the Patriots offense on Sunday was the best it’s looked in … well, almost a […]
Bill Belichick, Patriots defense preparing for another RPO-filled offense against Buffalo Bills
Patriots The Patriots have already defended two of the most RPO-heavy offenses in the NFL, the Miami Dolphins and Philadelphia Eagles. Bill Belichick and the Patriots’ defense will have their hands full again on Sunday. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer) Watch: Bill Belichick hilariously imitates Dante Scarnecchia while telling story during Patriots Hall of Fame ceremony 7 […]
NFL insider believes Patriots might be working Malik Cunningham into ‘significant’ role on offense
Patriots “What Cunningham could give the Pats is a little bit of a different look at the position.” Malik Cunningham played just six snaps against the Raiders on Sunday. Chris Unger/Getty Images Malik Cunningham’s season debut with the Patriots in Las Vegas didn’t provide the shot in the arm that some expected for New England’s […]
Bill Belichick on Mac Jones, Malik Cunningham, and Patriots’ roster building approach on offense
Patriots Belichick was asked if it’s “time to re-evaluate your offensive roster building approach in the absence of a historically great quarterback?” Bill Belichick during the Patriots’ loss to the Raiders. AP Photo/David Becker A day after the Patriots dropped to 1-5 with a 21-17 defeat to the Raiders, Bill Belichick paraphrased his old boss […]
Is it time for the Patriots to unveil Malik Cunningham to give the offense a spark?
Patriots Bill Belichick said the versatile rookie has shown a lot of improvement in his game, so an opportunity could be coming. Malik Cunningham (left) was defended by J.C. Jackson as he worked out at wide receiver in a recent practice. The Patriots desperately need a spark on offense. They’re averaging 11 points per game, […]
Patriots vs. Saints live updates: Can Mac Jones, offense right the ship?
Patriots Just five weeks into the 2023 season, New England might already be fixed in a “must-win” game. Mac Jones and the Patriots are looking to avoid a 1-4 start to the 2023 season. Maddie Meyer/Getty Images After a disastrous Week 4 road loss to the Cowboys, the Patriots will look to get back on […]