Bedard Columns
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4.5K8PatriotsBedard: Derek Carr still needs to risk more to elevate Raiders; Patriots in better position if Andrews can’t go
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 6:59 PM September 24, 2020The issue with Derek Carr has always been, will he make the big plays in the biggest spots needed in the biggest games?
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13.0K30Best of BSJ Free PreviewBedard’s Breakdown: Cam Newton’s touch, timing (and Kyle Dugger) stand out in loss to Seahawks
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 5:52 PM September 22, 2020At some point, Cam Newton and the passing game was going to have to show some teeth. We figured a final grade would come much later in the season. Didn't...
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5.0K36PatriotsBedard: Patriots have a linebacker problem on defense vs. good teams, without many options
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 3:45 PM September 21, 2020To be sure, the Patriots gave up a lot of yards to the Seahawks in Sunday night's 35-30 loss. So no matter which way you slice it, it's not going...
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4.8K43PatriotsBedard: What went wrong on Patriots’ final play, and was it too predictable?
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 3:37 AM September 21, 2020It's why they get paid the big bucks. One yard to go. The entire game rests on this one play. Do or die. If you score, you're a genius. If...
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3.2K7PatriotsNFL Notebook: Now that Patriots are on film, how much can offense still show? Plenty
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 8:00 AM September 20, 2020New England's offense hasn't really revealed itself yet. Expect to see Phase 2 (of about 8 for the Patriots) in Seattle. Here are some of the things I think we'll...
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1.7KPatriotsBetUS.com Podcast & Video: Bedard Patriots Podcast – Cam Newton vs. nemesis Seahawks; Wrinkles for Pats?
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 11:41 AM September 18, 2020The Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast with Nick Cattles, presented by BETUS.com. Ep. 6: Can Cam Newton solve nemesis Seahawks? Apple 🏈 Jamal Adams’ impact on Seattle’s defense (1:30) 🏈 What...
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5.1K13Best of BSJ Free PreviewPoint After: Cam Newton, Patriots are going to need options vs. bad boxes – sooner rather than later
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 4:56 PM September 17, 2020Yes, the Patriots won 21-11 and, considering it was Cam Newton's first-ever game in a system he's been learning for about six weeks, it was pretty good. And it was....
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2.6K120PatriotsCompleted Q&A: Bedard on Patriots/NFL 09.18.20
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 8:33 AM September 17, 2020With one game in the books, everyone — including you guys — have a lot more information on this team, and I’m sure more questions. So let’s talk it out...
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4.6K29PatriotsBedard: Why the Patriots don’t need Allen Robinson … if they believe in N’Keal Harry (maybe on OBJ)
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 5:12 PM September 16, 2020Should the Patriots be in the WR market? Should they be interested in Odell Beckham or Allen Robinson?
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3.4K28PatriotsGrading Brady: If Tampa’s offensive issues continue, it’s going to be Tom Brady vs. Bruce Arians
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 1:33 PM September 16, 2020How did Tom Brady actually play for the Buccaneers, from someone who has studied him closely over the years?
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5.0K28PatriotsBedard’s Breakdown: Patriots offense as expected, but defensive replacements answer bell
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 12:58 AM September 15, 2020I came away most impressed by in this game was the improved play of three important players to this defense: Chase Winovich, Ja'Whaun Bentley and Deatrich Wise. Look, the Dolphins...
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5.8K41PatriotsBedard: For at least one game, the fun was back for the Patriots offense thanks to Cam Newton
at Gillette StadiumPOSTED: 8:32 PM September 13, 2020The Patriots didn't light it up offensively. Newton made a few mental mistakes. But you say this much: the air was different around the Patriots, and it wasn't from not...
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4.0K20PatriotsNFL Notebook: Ranking the Patriots’ roster from season killers, to players on scholarship; Plus, 5 reasons to believe
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 7:48 AM September 13, 2020Let’s start our final season preview push with a study of the Patriots going right to the crux of the matter: ranking all 57 players in order by order of...
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2.4K14PatriotsBedard: Analyzing the Patriots’ defensive roster – Stellar secondary, then a lot of questions and youth
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 5:59 PM September 12, 2020We already posted our thoughts on the offense after the initial waiver period. Let’s take a look at the defense, starting with the depth chart, and give out a few...
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10.8K51PatriotsBedard: If you think the Patriots just ‘did right’ by Stephon Gilmore, you’re living in fantasyland
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 7:56 PM September 11, 2020There are two absolutes in the NFL. There is no charity. And Bill Belichick doesn't give out raises without getting something in return for the Patriots.
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2.6K15PatriotsBedard: NFL Opening Night takeaways – ‘Preseason’ is for suckers, Chiefs are still very good
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 2:24 AM September 11, 2020The NFL returned on Thursday night, and it was almost exactly where it left off in January/February ... with the Chiefs just a much better team than the Texans in...
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2.2K144PatriotsCompleted Q&A: Bedard on Patriots, start of NFL season 09.11.20
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 10:13 AM September 10, 2020We’ve started breaking down the Patriots’ roster heading into Week 1, with the offense. And we gave our NFL picks for 2020. You’ve got questions, I should have some answers....
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4.2K51PatriotsNFL Season Preview: NFL season & playoff predictions, power rankings, award winners – Patriots edge out Brady’s Bucs
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 9:00 AM September 10, 2020Patriots get off to a 4-6 start but rebound to win the AFC East ... again; Tom Brady and the Bucs don't go to the playoffs; Lamar Jackson and the...
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4.2K21PatriotsBedard: Analyzing the Patriots’ offensive roster – Bully ball needs a team effort
at BSJ HeadquartersPOSTED: 8:56 AM September 9, 2020What should be expected of Cam Newton with the Patriots? Well, he's going to direct an offense that will at least use the illusion of his legs and mobility because...
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