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January 18, 2019

Can the Patriots avoid scramble drill football against Patrick Mahomes this time?

By Matt Dolloff, 985TheSportsHub.com Patrick Mahomes is dangerous no matter where he is on the field. But the Chiefs quarterback is especially explosive when he has a chance to improvise. The combination of Mahomes' laser rocket arm and Tyreek Hill's breakaway speed is the most lethal combo in the league after plays break down. When…

January 17, 2019

Ignore the (crowd) noise: Communication is key for Patriots offense in loud Arrowhead Stadium

Arrowhead is going to be very, very loud. Can the Patriots offense cut through the noise?

January 15, 2019

Chiefs pass rush offers different challenge for Patriots offense

The Chiefs have a different kind of pass rush that the Patriots need to get ready for.

January 15, 2019

Andy Reid dismisses the arctic blast: 'It will be a little chilly'

Andy Reid dismissed the idea of arctic cold having any effect on the game, in true football guy fashion.

January 15, 2019

In a year filled with shaky road tests, it's time for the Patriots' final exam

The Patriots have had a tough season on the road. Sunday in Kansas City is their biggest test yet.

January 14, 2019

Albert McClellan's impact on Patriots' special teams coverage pays off with fumble recovery vs. Chargers

McClellan came up huge with a demoralizing fumble recovery against the Chargers.

January 13, 2019

Sony Michel comes up big with three touchdowns in playoff debut

Sony Michel showed off his best attributes and it resulted in three touchdowns for the rookie running back in the Patriots' win over the Chargers.

January 13, 2019

Once again, the Patriots' unheralded offensive line made the big bad pass rushers disappear

The pass rushers got all the hype, but it was the Patriots' pass-blockers who showed up on Sunday.

January 12, 2019

Eye on Sunday: Patriots can't let dual-threat cornerback/return man Desmond King ruin their day

Desmond King can beat the Patriots as a cornerback or return man, making him a dangerous dual threat.

January 11, 2019

Can the Patriots win their matchups against the Chargers' formidable pass rushers?

The Patriots have neutralized elite pass rushers before. Can they do it again against the Chargers?

January 10, 2019

The anti-Patriots hot takers aren't even trying anymore

A new low for the likes of Rob Parker and Shannon Sharpe.

January 9, 2019

Patriots have their hands full with Chargers' Derwin James, the All-Pro safety who's 'good at everything'

Chargers safety Derwin James is "good at everything", says Bill Belichick.

January 9, 2019

JC Jackson's confidence is peaking ahead of his playoff debut

JC Jackson is ready for the challenge against the Chargers' big receivers.

January 9, 2019

Devin McCourty (concussion) practices with Patriots on Wednesday

The Patriots safety appears on track to play in Sunday's divisional round.

January 9, 2019

5 key player matchups to watch in Chargers-Patriots

Here are some of the most important player matchups to know in the divisional round.

January 8, 2019

Something's got to give: Chargers-Patriots pits NFL's best home team against its best road team

Who has the upper hand between the NFL's best home team and best road team?

January 8, 2019

Patriots reportedly offered third-round pick to Lions for Golden Tate, but Detroit felt Eagles' pick would be better

Golden Tate could've been a Patriot, but the Lions took the Eagles' draft pick instead.

January 8, 2019

Josh McDaniels confirms he's staying with Patriots: 'The book is closed'

McDaniels told reporters that he hasn't spoken with the Browns about their head coach job.

January 7, 2019

Philip Rivers in cold weather? Ehhh

Rivers' drop-off in cold weather should give Tom Brady an edge.

January 5, 2019

Patriots will face winner of Chargers-Ravens in divisional round after Colts beat Texans

Now that the Texans are done, it's either Baltimore or Los Angeles for the Patriots next Sunday.

January 5, 2019

Scouting the Patriots' potential playoff opponents: Who'd you rather face?

Which potential opponent would be the biggest challenge for the Patriots?

January 4, 2019

Stephon Gilmore is an AP First Team All-Pro for the first time in his career

GIlmore's outstanding second season in New England has earned him All-Pro honors.

January 3, 2019

JC Jackson's emergence makes Patriots secondary a big playoff weapon

Thanks in part to the rookie Jackson, the Patriots' secondary could be its biggest weapon in the playoffs.

January 3, 2019

Josh McDaniels reportedly turned down Bengals' interview request

Josh McDaniels isn't about to lead the Bengals on.

January 3, 2019

Bruins' Joakim Nordstrom to miss at least three weeks with broken fibula

By Matt Dolloff, 985TheSportsHub.com The Boston Bruins announced on Thursday that forward Joakim Nordstrom suffered a non-displaced fracture in his fibula. He will be out at least three weeks, then be re-evaluated at that point. Nordstrom stayed in the Winter Classic for the Bruins until late in the third period. "Non-displaced" means his bone cracked…