INDIANAPOLIS – Jack Bicknell Jr. admits there is much he misses about college football. As a college football coach, he said, “you probably have a bigger impact on a young kid’s life.” But he wouldn’t trade what he’s doing now for anything in the world. Bicknell is an assistant offensive line coach with the New […]
New England Patriots
Gronkowski practices, waits for response
Tight end Rob Gronkowski is recovering from a high sprain in his left ankle.
Gronkowski’s a New England revolutionary
With his unusual combination of speed, size and great hands, the Patriots’ tight end has changed the NFL with the way he plays.
‘Game runs through’ Jerod Mayo
Unselfish and always prepared, the Patriots’ linebacker has quickly earned respect on and off the field.
Super Bowl Notebook: Pats’ Gronkowski still not practicing
INDIANAPOLIS – Rob Gronkowski still hasn’t practiced with the New England Patriots for the Super Bowl, sidelined by a high left ankle sprain four days before the game against the New York Giants. “He’s day to day,” Coach Bill Belichick said after Wednesday’s practice. “He’s getting better, but we’ll just take it day to day.” […]
Woodhead is small, but plays like a giant
Danny Woodhead of the Patriots is 5-foot-8, but makes the most of his limited size in a big way.
Patriots Beat: Pats try to mimic Giants’ defenders
They can beat you with speed. They can beat you with brute strength. They had 48 sacks in the regular season, and the Patriots must somehow simulate them in practice.
Giants’ offensive coordinator has Maine ties
Kevin Gilbride, who directs the Giants’ offense, is close to his brother, who coaches at Bowdoin.
AP: Giants will win Super Bowl
The Associated Press predicts that the New York Giants will beat the New England Patriots 33-30 in overtime to win their second Super Bowl in five years.
Patriots Beat: Overcoming their diseases with faith
INDIANAPOLIS — Marcus Cannon, the rookie offensive lineman of the New England Patriots, stood on the turfed floor of Lucas Oil Stadium, taking in all the sights and sounds of Media Day Tuesday morning as members of the media came to him. A couple of hours later, Mark Herzlich, the rookie linebacker from the New […]