offense
Bill O’Brien laughs off notion that Patriots are ‘interrogating’ Will Grier for info on Cowboys’ offense
Patriots “I don’t think we’re trying to pull a light over anybody and say, ‘Tell me what you did on July 20 of 2023.’” Bill O’Brien got a kick out of Cowboys offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer’s comments on Tuesday. (AP Photo/George Walker IV) Cowboys offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer and the rest of his staff have […]
Jets star CB Sauce Gardner: Patriots ‘don’t really have a complex offense’
Patriots “It’s pretty simple for the quarterback to get. The gap scheme, everything is really simple.” Sauce Gardner is already one of the top cornerbacks in the NFL. Elsa / Getty Images The Patriots’ offense has been a mixed bag so far this season — and that might be putting it lightly amid a frustrating […]
Blocked field goal, interception, lateral — and Patriots’ offense fails to capitalize on any of it
Patriots The Patriots nearly came back from a double-digit deficit, only to fall short for the second straight week. Miami Dolphins place kicker Jason Sanders (7) hits a field goal while pressured by New England Patriots safety Brenden Schooler (41) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023, in Foxborough, […]
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 […]