… “Those things don’t apply exclusively to Antonio,” Tomlin said. “It’s a global thing in regards to professional sports. I think that’s why oftentimes you see great players move around from team to team. “And I definitely don’t want that to be his …
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Tomlin not pleased with Brown’s role
… the only athlete capable of becoming a distraction. Tomlin said. “It’s a global thing in regards to professional sports. I think that’s why often times you see great players move around from team to team. “And I definitely don’t want that to be his …
Super Bowl 2017: Date, Schedule and Predicting Teams for NFL Championship Game
The participants who have earned entry to the NFC and AFC Championship Games that will take place on Sunday, January 22, have been decided, and it’s only natural to start predicting what the final combination of teams that will advance to Super Bowl LI will be. In the NFC, the red-hot Green Bay Packers will have to see if their momentum can carry them past the Atlanta Falcons, who had the highest-scoring offense in the league in the regular season with their 33.8 points per game.
2017 NFL Draft Preview: Christian McCaffrey
The man who broke Barry Sanders all purpose yardage record is headed to the NFL among a rich crop of running backs. So how does he separate from the rest and where does he fit best for his skill set? But first let us remember what he has done for the Cardinal.
Reports: Josh McDaniels will stay with New England Patriots, not go to 49ers
Despite their worst season in franchise history culminating in an embarrassing state-of-the-organization news conference held by Jed York, the Niners waited out the rush of five other clubs filling their head-coaching vacancies, seemingly leaving them their choice between three intriguing candidates: Patriots coordinators Josh McDaniels and Matt … (more)
Pittsburgh Steelers wideout Antonio Brown live streams Mike Tomlin’s…
Antonio Brown made the last big play to seal the Steelers’ 18-16 divisional-round triumph at Arrowhead Sunday night, yet he’s responsible for Pittsburgh’s first blunder headed into AFC title game week.
Patriots seeking offensive improvement heading into AFC Championship Game
Patriots seeking offensive improvement heading into AFC Championship Game New England players were not satisfied with how they played in divisional round win vs. Texans. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2iC1Nfj Dion Lewis became the first player in NFL history to score rushing, receiving and kickoff return touchdowns in a playoff game as the Patriots pulled away for a 34-16 win over the Texans.
Patriots vs. Texans: Full Report Card Grades for New England
It was a historic night on many levels for the New England Patriots , but the most historic mark of all is that they are heading to their sixth straight AFC Championship Game and have now made 11 conference championship games in the Tom Brady-Bill Belichick era. Getting to the AFC title game was not a pretty sight, as the Patriots flirted with disaster by playing a sloppy game against the major underdogs, the Houston Texans .
The Latest: Dion Lewis latest post-season star for Patriots
… the line closed at many casinos at 16 or 17 points, after opening worldwide at 13.5 points favouring New England. Sports books are generally hesitant to move a line on either side of a multiple of 7, since teams often win by a touchdown or two …
Image: Brock bottom
In his first road postseason start, not much was expected of Brock Osweiler , but a lot was asked. Osweiler attempted 40 passes in Saturday’s Divisional Round loss to the Patriots , throwing one touchdown, three second-half interceptions and countless short-of-the-sticks third-down lasers.
Patriots-Texans hype video makes New England seem even more invincible
As if the Patriots weren’t terrifying enough as a divisional playoff opponent for the Texans, the NFL made a hype video that doesn’t exactly help Houston instill confidence in itself. As if the Patriots weren’t terrifying enough as a divisional playoff opponent for the Texans, the NFL made a hype video that, well, doesn’t exactly help Houston instill confidence in itself ahead of Saturday night’s game.
AFC Divisional Playoff 2017, Texans vs Patriots: 5 Keys to the Game
The five biggest keys to the 2017 NFC Divisional Round Game between the Houston Texans and the New England Patriots There’s nothing worse than watching the New England Patriots and Houston Texans play one another. The pre-game hype becomes nothing but a bunch of rear-quarters kissing where the two teams try and out-compliment one another.
NFL player with Surrey connection set to chase Brady and Patriots
Christian Covington started his football career during his elementary-school days, patrolling the sidelines at Vancouver College’s O’Hagan Field as the waterboy for the Fighting Irish senior varsity team. On Saturday, in a leap many dare to dream but few ever achieve, the Houston Texans’ second-year defensive end will line up as a starter along the NFL’s No.
A Blackjack Superstar Explains the Odds of the Historic Patriots Win
Last night, football fans witnessed the greatest comeback in Super Bowl history. With eight minutes and 30 seconds left in the third quarter, the New England Patriots were down 28-3.
Several Patriots readying for first playoff appearance
Being a member of the New England Patriots during the Tom Brady-Bill Belichick era has generally meant a guaranteed place in the playoffs. Still, for 20 players on the Patriots’ active roster, Saturday will mark the first taste of the postseason of their NFL careers.
Patriots QB Tom Brady should have WR Danny Amendola
Ranking the NFL’s divisional playoff teams 1-8 With only the top competitors remaining, we take a look at who has the strongest group. Check out this story on mynorthshorenow.com: http://usat.ly/2ibm4rF USA TODAY Sports’ Tom Pelissero breaks down the weekend’s wild-card games and looks ahead to the matchups next week.
Tom Brady has led the New England Patriots to four
Tom Brady says he can relate to Odell Beckham Jr.’s trip to Miami The Patriots QB says he took trips that weren’t ‘publicized’ when he was younger. Check out this story on mynorthshorenow.com: http://usat.ly/2iaGW2o USA TODAY Sports’ Tom Pelissero breaks down the weekend’s wild-card games and looks ahead to the matchups next week.
Tom Brady and the New England Patriots are facing a ‘damn good…
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady signals at the line against the New York Jets during an NFL game at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. on Sunday, Dec. 27, 2015. The New England Patriots did not need Tom Brady to beat the Houston Texans by 27 points in an early September game.
Last one for the Snake: Raiders vs Houston in the postseason: Part 3 of 3, the final post
In the week preceding his starting role in a 1980 Wildcard Game, the same grizzled, gray haired quarterback of the Houston Oilers spoke to the media. Everyone who heard or read those words in print knew that the speaker was lying.
New England Patriots: 5 Reasons Why They Will Win Super Bowl 51
Oct 11, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady pumps his fists to the crowd prior to the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports The New England Patriots are in the playoffs once again in 2016.
To bye or not to bye in NFL playoffs? Let’s take a look
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady winds up for a pass during an NFL football practice, Thursday, Jan. 5, 2017, in Foxborough, Mass. New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady winds up for a pass during an NFL football practice, Thursday, Jan. 5, 2017, in Foxborough, Mass.
To bye or not to bye in NFL playoffs? Let’s take a look
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady winds up for a pass during an NFL football practice, Thursday, Jan. 5, 2017, in Foxborough, Mass. New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady winds up for a pass during an NFL football practice, Thursday, Jan. 5, 2017, in Foxborough, Mass.
AP Power Rankings: Pats finish regular season at No. 1
The Patriots finished the regular season with an NFL -best 14-2 record. Tom Brady and Bill Belichick have a first-round bye and home-field advantage throughout the AFC playoffs and will start their drive for their seventh Super Bowl appearance in Foxborough on Jan. 14. The Patriots also finished the season as the unanimous choice for the top spot in the final AP Pro32 poll of the season, released Tuesday.
Gabriel: Should The Bears Attempt To Trade For Jimmy Garoppolo?
… best Chicago has to offer. 670 The Score is part of CBS Radio, a division of CBS Corp. Click here for all your local sports stories Send […] (CBS) Last week there were various national media reports that the New England Patriots may consider …
Packers attracting most Super Bowl bets in Vegas; big money on Pats
The New England Patriots are the clear-cut favorites to win the Super Bowl heading into the playoffs, but bettors have been siding with the Green Bay Packers all season. The Patriots are listed at 7-5 to win the Super Bowl at the Westgate SuperBook, followed by the Dallas Cowboys at 7-2.
Brady throws for 3 scores to help Pats beat Miami, 35-14
The New England Patriots finished the regular season with a perfect road record, and are hoping their next trip is to the Super Bowl. Tom Brady threw for 276 yards and three scores Sunday to help the Patriots clinch home-field advantage throughout the AFC playoffs by beating the Miami Dolphins 35-14.
Dolphins get on board before half, trail 20-7
For a fair portion of the first quarter, it looked like the Patriots would be able to stroll into halftime content that they’d done enough to win Sunday’s game over the Dolphins. They still hold a comfortable lead, but it will take more than sleepwalking through the rest of the proceedings to ensure they take the top seed in the AFC playoffs.
Patriots stem Dolphins rally with long Julian Edelman touchdown
Wide receiver Michael Floyd caught his first touchdown pass as a Patriot in the first half of Sunday’s game against the Dolphins and he had a big impact on another touchdown in the second half. Floyd crushed Dolphins cornerback Tony Lippett with a block that helped Julian Edelman turn a short pass into a 77-yard touchdown.
Patriots should fear nobody in AFC
… against Miami Dolphins during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports of the Boston Herald, pretty much sums it up. “For those who fell asleep early last night like me, the Pats open the playoffs …
AC In The AM: Regular Season Ends With Imposing Challenge
We’re about to find out on Sunday how far they have really come. At the very least, we’ll get a clearer indication.
Patriots Notebook: Michael Floyd getting more comfortable with playbook
The Patriots signed Michael Floyd on Dec. 15 as an insurance policy at receiver. It increasingly appears they’ll look to cash in on their coverage Sunday against the Dolphins in Miami.
Brady’s suspension, legalized pot led 2016 news in Massachusetts
… $65,000 funneled through his private law firm. He served five years of an eight-year sentence.  Daily fantasy sports rivals DraftKings and FanDuel agreed to merge after months of speculation and increasing regulatory scrutiny. DraftKings, based …
Activism is OK, as long as you’re not talking about race
… as a means of achieving political or other goals, sometimes by demonstrations, protests, etc.” High-profile sports figures like Brady and Harbaugh often are reluctant to join activists in the area of race, the battleground for the Ross Initiative in …
Top 10 MVP candidates
This year’s MVP discussion has been the most meandering in recent memory. Should the Cowboys ‘ dynamic rookie duo split the award? Is Dallas’ dominant offensive line even eligible? Should Tom Brady be disqualified for “cheating” ? Does David Johnson deserve the acclaim despite his team’s disappointing record? Should we ignore the first three quarters of the game and reward Matthew Stafford or Derek Carr for their fourth-quarter miracles? The smoke has finally cleared after months of spinning narratives and manufactured debate, leaving one name at the top of the mountain.
Victor Cruz: Patriots don’t want to face Giants in Super Bowl
The New York Giants have clinched a playoff berth for the first time in five seasons, and Victor Cruz has no problem already thinking ahead to the Super Bowl – especially when that involves the possibility of facing the New England Patriots again. “They don’t want to see us,” Cruz said.
Pats can avoid pitfall of 2015 with win over struggling Jets
In this Dec. 5, 2016, file photo, New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty looks to pass against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game in East Rutherford, N.J. Petty will make his fourth NFL start after his status was uncertain earlier in the week after suffering a bruised chest against Miami last Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016. less FILE – In this Dec. 5, 2016, file photo, New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty looks to pass against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half of an NFL football game in East Rutherford, N.J. Petty will … more FILE – In this Dec. 12, 2016, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady warms up before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Foxborough, Mass.
New England Patriots coordinators McDaniels, Patricia deserve to be top head-coaching candidates
It’s as much a part of the Christmas holidays around Gillette Stadium as egg nog and playoff tickets: The annual speculation about the Patriots’ coordinators and whether they’ll be moving on to head coaching jobs this offseason.
Pats can clinch AFC top seed, home-field advantage vs. Jets
New England is attempting to earn season sweep of Jets for 17th time. Patriots have won four of last five meetings.
Denver’s defense can’t hide all of Broncos’ many flaws
New England Patriots cornerback Logan Ryan celebrates a tackle against the Denver Broncos during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Denver. Denver Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak, left, a New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick met on the field after an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Denver.