‘“All of it is,” the quarterback said when asked if any of the criticism of Dorsey is misguided. “Nobody knows what’s going on in between walls here. Nobody knows the reads that we have in the quarterback room. Nobody knows the blocking schemes that we’re putting in the offensive line room. Again, it comes down to us executing and making sure that I’m on task and making sure that I’m trying to guide this offense in the right way. Making sure I’m making good decisions. It starts with me, so that’s No. 1.”’
Archives for October 20, 2023
PlayAction Column: Bill Belichick has earned right to fix Patriots’ problems
‘Because he’s the greatest coach in NFL history, and he has made far more good personnel moves than bad ones. Shouldn’t 19 winning seasons in New England count for a lot? Shouldn’t he have built up enough trust with owner Robert Kraft to keep working the roster? Wouldn’t any coach in history have a struggle with the transition after saying goodbye to the greatest quarterback in history?’
Bills notebook: Josh Allen a full participant; Patriots big home underdogs
‘Cornerback Dane Jackson (foot) and defensive end Greg Rousseau (foot) also both were full participants Thursday after being limited Wednesday.’
How we see it: News’ writers give Buffalo Bills-New England Patriots predictions
‘It looks like edge rusher Josh Uche may miss the game or be very limited with an ankle injury. The top edge rusher, Matthew Judon, is out. This is a big problem for New England. Josh Allen should be able to get the possession passing game going. I think the pass needs to open up the run a bit this week because New England has beefy defensive linemen. Bills control the game but I’ll give the Pats a backdoor cover with a late score. Bills, 27-19.’
View from Vegas: Week 7 has been unlucky for Buffalo Bills
‘Prediction: Patriots by 1.’
Bills offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey hearing criticism after two lackluster games
‘Mind you, all of it is from fans and some media, none of it coming from One Bills Drive, something Josh Allen wanted to make perfectly clear.’
Buffalo Bills named betting favorite as next team for Raiders superstar WR
‘While Beane’s vision to remain competitive for the long haul makes plenty of sense, the general manager could be tempted to veer off of that path if the right player were to become available. With the trade deadline looming, one player who is suddenly being discussed as a potential trade candidate is Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams.’
After three injury-riddled years, Bills big man Jordan Phillips is finally healthy at the right time
‘When Phillips is healthy, he’s more explosive than any 340-pound man should be. Players his size are typically used to eat blocks to spring teammates for big plays, but Phillips is the penetrator, the guy who gobbles up ball carriers in the backfield.’
Callahan: Bills QB Josh Allen has become Bill Belichick-proof
‘Against Belichick, Allen owns the highest passer rating of any quarterback to make more than five career starts or attempt at least 200 passes versus his defense. He’s 6-1 versus the Patriots the past three years, during which time Buffalo has averaged more than 30 points per game. Last season, the Bills became the first team to beat the Pats by 10 or more points in three consecutive games since Belichick took over in 2000.’
Friday’s New England Coverage
Bill Belichick owes Patriots fans some answers about the team (Boston Globe)
Trent Brown, Jonathan Jones return to Patriots practice Thursday (Boston Globe)
Patriots’ Jalen Mills breaks silence on tweet over lack of playing time (Boston Herald)
Patriots’ Jabrill Peppers received special attention from Bill Belichick this week (Boston Herald)
Bailey Zappe unsure if he’ll remain Patriots’ emergency third QB (Boston Herald)
Callahan: Bills QB Josh Allen has become Bill Belichick-proof (Boston Herald)
Patriots release 2023 NFL Draft pick, freeing up roster spot (Boston Herald)
Patriots-Bills injury report: Bill Belichick in danger of missing several starters Sunday (Boston Herald)
Jerry Jeudy addresses feud with Steve Smith Sr. after being called ‘tier 3 WR’ (Springfield Republican)
Julian Edelman: Patriots should ‘stick it out’ with Mac Jones (Springfield Republican)
Patriots cut member of 2023 Draft class (Springfield Republican)
Patriots get very good news at Thursday’s practice (Springfield Republican)
Despite good news, Patriots still have 20 players on injury report (Springfield Republican)
Here’s what made Dante Scarnecchia a Patriots legend (Springfield Republican)
Patriots should sell these players at the NFL trade deadline | Daniels (Springfield Republican)
Could Patriots trade for Kyler Murray? (Mailbag) (Springfield Republican)
Newest excuse from DeVante Parker isn’t going over well with Patriots fans (Providence Journal)
Hype, Trap, Bet: Are the Patriots actually this bad? (ESPN)
Tom Brady Gives Playful Patriots Reminder To Peyton Manning (NESN)
Bill Belichick Had Random Guest At Thursday’s Patriots Practice (NESN)
Patriots Release 2023 Draft Pick, Clear 53-Man Roster Spot (NESN)
Patriots Add Receiver To Lengthy Injury Report Ahead Of Bills Game (NESN)
Some Patriots Higher-Ups Reportedly Hope Team Loses More (NESN)
How Mic’d-Up Jabrill Peppers Reacted To Unreal Hit On Davante Adams (NESN)
Wind Game 2.0? Patriots-Bills Could See More Blustery Conditions (NESN)
Three Key Patriots Starters Return For Third Practice Of Bills Week (NESN)
Jabrill Peppers Receives Cool Award From Ex-Patriot After Big Hit (NESN)
Robert Kraft Reportedly Has Discussed Moving On From Bill Belichick (NESN)
Julian Edelman Believes Patriots Must ‘Stick It Out’ With Mac Jones (NESN)
How DeVante Parker Feels About Outrage Over Drop, His Reaction (NESN)
NFL Analyst Takes Not-So-Subtle Shot At Patriots’ Offense (NESN)
Can Banged-Up Patriots End Stefon Diggs’ Reign Of Dominance? (NESN)
Fans Frustrated By Mac Jones Won’t Like This Patriots 2024 Mock Draft (NESN)
With a rebuild on the horizon, which Patriots are willing to lead? (NBC Sports Boston)
What are Belichick’s potential landing spots if he leaves Patriots? (NBC Sports Boston)
Was Bailey Zappe demoted for comments after Saints game? (NBC Sports Boston)
Mic’d-up Jabrill Peppers reacts to huge hit on Davante Adams (NBC Sports Boston)
Orlovsky: There would be interest in Mac Jones if Patriots made him available (WEEI-FM)
Wiggy: It’s time for Patriots to play Malik Cunningham (WEEI-FM)
Patriots Practice Report: Trent Brown, Jonathan Jones among those back at practice (WEEI-FM)
Patriots release rookie, opening the door for veteran IR returns (WBZ-FM)
Patriots add wide receiver to already-lengthy injury report (WBZ-FM)
Albert Breer: Some within Patriots organization are onto 2024 (WBZ-FM)
Patriots Mailbag: The trade deadline and quarterbacks (WBZ-FM)
DeVante Parker still not willing to admit he dropped Mac Jones’ deep pass in Las Vegas (WBZ-TV)
Hunter Henry, Jonathan Jones present but not participating at practice; Trent Brown limited (WBZ-TV)
How Bill Belichick helped Steelers win a Super Bowl (WBZ-TV)
Patriots Release DB Ameer Speed (Patriots.com)
Week 7 Injury Report: Bills at Patriots (Patriots.com)
What They’re Saying: Buffalo Bills (Patriots.com)
Bills hope to sharpen their offense, add to recent success over floundering Patriots
‘Including the playoffs, Buffalo has also won the last four meetings and six out of seven against the Patriots. It makes the Bills’ 15-game losing streak to New England from 2003 to 2010 feel like ancient history.’
Bills look for 5th straight win over Pats, deny Bill Belichick career win No. 300 again
‘Key Matchup: Patriots secondary vs. Bills receivers. The Patriots have the NFL’s eighth-ranked passing defense, allowing just 256.7 yards per game. The Bills are averaging 374.8 passing yards and have scored 11 of their 18 red zone touchdowns through the air. Opponents have scored on only 9 of 20 opportunities inside the 20-yard line against the Patriots.’
Ed Oliver, Quintin Morris remain out on Thursday
‘However, just like Wednesday, defensive tackle Ed Oliver (toe), tight end Quintin Morris (ankle), and running back Damien Harris (neck/concussion protocol) all sat out practice with their injuries.’
Bills injury update: Allen practices while three other players won’t
‘As of Thursday, Damien Harris, Quintin Morris, and Ed Oliver all sat out of practice.’
‘You can’t try to tame a mustang’: Von Miller defends Allen for getting involved in scuffle with Giants
‘”Josh came in there and threw a shoulder, and that’s what you want to see. That’s why I came here — a huge part of it was Josh,” Miller said. “I love Josh, I love his mentality, and you can’t try to tame a mustang — you just gotta let him be wild and let him be him. You can’t try to tame him and change him. He’ll evolve into a Hall of Fame quarterback in due time. You can just see it — he has the moxie and the personality and all the roots to be a great quarterback.”‘