Three-fourths of the way into the 2023 NFL season, Sports Writer, Tom Dunford, provides his predictions for awards including Most Valuable Player, Offensive Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, Offensive Rookie of the Year, Defensive Rookie of the Year, and Comeback Player of the Year. Continue reading NFL Season Awards: Third-Quarter Edition
Halfway into the 2023 NFL season, Sports Writer, Tom Dunford, provides his predictions for awards including Most Valuable Player, Offensive Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, Offensive Rookie of the Year, Defensive Rookie of the Year, and Comeback Player of the Year. Continue reading NFL Awards: Mid-Season Edition
In the 2023 NFL trade deadline, several significant deals were concluded. Notably, the Eagles traded for talented Titans safety Kevin Byard to bolster their defense. The 49ers acquired underperforming defensive end Chase Young from the Commanders, potentially giving San Francisco a strong advantage in upcoming games. In contrast, the Commanders made questionable decisions, trading Young and defensive end Montez Sweat for third- and second-round picks, respectively. Lastly, the Vikings acquired Cardinals quarterback Josh Dobbs, aiming to offset their tremendous losses due to injury. Continue reading 4 for 4: NFL Trade Deadline Edition
The Detroit Lions began the 2023 season surpassing expectations with a 5-1 record, tying for the best record in the NFL. Their exceptional run, led by coach Dan Campbell, saw rapid improvements in offense and defense, inviting comparisons to elite teams like the 49ers and Eagles. However, questions about the Lions’ place among the elites remain, hinging on playoff performance and tougher future opponents, such as Ravens and Cowboys. Continue reading How Elite are the Detroit Lions?
(Image via cbssports.com) Volunteer Writer: Aidan Danforth Email: adanforth@umassd.edu We are five weeks into the 2023 NFL season, and New England’s hometown team, the Patriots, are on the verge of one of their worst seasons under Bill Belichick. But Why? Why is a team coached by one of the greatest head coaches of all time doing so badly and currently have a 1-4 record? Well, … Continue reading What Is Going On In Pats Nation?
(Image via nfl.com) Staff Writer: Tom Dunford Email: Tdunford@umassd.edu With the 2023 NFL season officially five weeks in, it’s time to look at every single quarter-season award. This will involve every season finale award, along with the most surprising and disappointing. Some players are on pace to break records, and some teams have made experts reconsider everything they’ve ever known about football. So, without further … Continue reading NFL Awards: Quarter Season Edition
(Image via firstsportz.com) Volunteer Writer: Aidan Danforth Email: adanforth@umassd.edu 11-year linebacker Chandler Jones has been released by the Las Vegas Raiders one day after he was arrested for violating an order from a domestic violence situation. Jones was arrested on September 28th and is currently accused of stealing things from his ex-girlfriend’s house. The Raiders likely released him due to this and several other issues … Continue reading Is This the End for Linebacker Chandler Jones’s Career?
(Photographed by Photography Manager Rena Danho) Volunteer Writer: Connor Sullivan Email: csullivan14@umassd.edu Despite reports of heavy rain, UMass Dartmouth held the Corsair Tailgate next to Cressy Field last Saturday, October 7th, offering an afternoon of fun and community for students, faculty, and alumni alike. The event was intended as a finale for Blue & Gold Weekend and a chance to hype up the football match … Continue reading UMD Delivers a Show-Stopping Corsair Tailgate Rain or Shine
(Image via gofundme.com) Staff Writer: Maya Arruda Email: marruda7@umassd.edu Football fans are some of America’s most hardcore and passionate sports fans. Finding people who are more loyal and dedicated to their chosen team is hard. However, this passion and loyalty can lead to violence between fans of rival teams that ends in unfair tragedy. A New Hampshire resident and avid New England Patriots fan, Dale … Continue reading Football Fan Dies of Injuries Accrued During Fight at Gillette Stadium Dolphins vs. Patriots Game
Staff Writer: Colton Almeida Email: calmeida4@umassd.edu Super Bowl LVII between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles is set for Sunday, February 12th. As the sports world prepares for what should be an excellent matchup, let’s take a look back and rank 10 of the greatest Super Bowls ever played. 10. Super Bowl III: New York Jets 16 – Baltimore Colts 7 One of the … Continue reading Top 10 Super Bowls of All-Time
