Hal Bent
A life-long fan of all Boston sports and my roots cemented in Southeastern Mass., the Patriots have been favorites through the lows of the early eighties; the short, brief flicker of hope of 1985/6; the horrid fall-out and rock-bottom of the late 80s & early 90s before the coming of Drew & the Tuna to turn things around for the franchise and led to the Belichick Era of Prosperity (see how I completely blocked out Pete Carroll and Bobby Grier, there). Inspired by the great sports-bloggers in the early 2000s, I started my own blog on all things Boston sports which I have kept to this day. I'm a huge fan of MusketFire and hope my unique voice, insights, and sense of humor can add to the great experience here. Sorry, ladies, I know online sportswriters get all the chicks these days, but I am happily married with two kids. :)
The New England Patriots defense had positives and negatives last season. The positive aspects allowed the team to advance behind the most productive offense in football to the AFC Championship game.…Read More
The New England Patriots defense gave up 373 yards per game last season good for 25th in the league. The Patriots finished 9th in points allowed with 20.7 points per game, as their defense feasted on…Read More
There is much to do for the New England Patriots front office this offseason. College scouting kicks into high gear this month as the NFL Combine allows teams the opportunity to poke, prod, and probe…Read More
Although originally planning to move on to defense after looking at the New England Patriots’ rushing attack and passing attack, the offensive line deserves a review and preview as well. The Patriots…Read More
The New England Patriots offense finished the 2012 season ranked first in the NFL, averaging 34.8 points per game in the regular season, with only Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos within 5 points…Read More
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The New England Patriots offense finished the 2012 season ranked first in the NFL, averaging 34.8 points…Read More
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The Baltimore Ravens meet the San Francisco 49ers in the Super Bowl on Sunday night. Amid the $4 million…Read More
The New England Patriots looked to the Great White North for the second time this offseason in search…Read More
The New England Patriots season ended in disappointment last Sunday night, just as it has for 29 other…Read More
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