Patriots 2013 Season Ends Badly, But The Journey Was Quite Good
It's debatable whether the 2013 New England Patriots season was a success or a failure, but it certainly wasn't boring.
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It's debatable whether the 2013 New England Patriots season was a success or a failure, but it certainly wasn't boring.
The Patriots offseason began two weeks and one duckboat parade shorter than what fans had hoped for, so now we look forward to the free agency period and which players will be back with the team.
It's been nearly a decade since the New England Patriots last hoisted a Vince Lombardi trophy, so given their lack of hardware Dan Shaughnessy made the argument that these Patriots are the Atlanta Braves of the 1990s.
Pepper Johnson and the Patriots are parting ways after
Now is the time for the Patriots to look toward the future in building their roster for 2014, where Bill Belichick, Nick Caserio and company have some tough personnel decisions on the horizon.
As a member of the New England Patriots, running back LeGarrette Blount had a breakout season and got his first taste of playoff football. A free agent this off-season, he'd like the good times in New England to continue.
Even as they cleaned out their lockers on Monday, the Patriots were still a proud bunch for what they accomplished in 2013.
The season is over, but before jumping into the offseason, take one last look at the leftover Patriots thoughts.
Boomer Esiason doesn't want to hear any talk of Tom Brady being washed up.
Toucher & Rich debated the merits of Bill Belichick's argument about Wes Welker's hit on Aqib Talib.
Bill Belichick was not happy with a play by Wes Welker in the AFC Championship Game.
When Aqib Talib went down in the second quarter, it opened the door for Peyton Manning and the Broncos to attack the Patriots' secondary.
The Patriots came up two wins shy of their ultimate goal, but head coach Bill Belichick is still proud of his team for everything they battled throughout the 2013 season.
Sunday marked an abrupt end for a Patriots team that had fought all season, as their quest for another championship came to an end Sunday afternoon with a 26-16 loss to the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship game.
Follow along for all the updates from the Patriots-Broncos AFC Championship.
It doesn't matter if it's called Mile High, Invesco or Sports Authority Field; strange things always seem to happen when the Patriots head to Denver.
The Felger & Massarotti show from Friday, January 17.
Folks in Denver this week are quick to point out the Patriots' videotaping scandal as a reason why they won three Super Bowls in the early 2000's - apparently they have a short memory.
Patriots Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Bledsoe came on the Gresh & Zolak program Friday morning to preview the AFC Championship and give his keys to the game.
Part of Peyton Manning's brilliance is figuring out the defense that you're in and checking to a better play. The Chargers did a poor job of disguising their intentions last week, which is one of the reasons why they lost.
Nobody can predict when the end of the road will come for the Patriots' success, so it's best to take a moment to appreciate their current position.
Peyton Manning vs. Bill Belichick has been discussed ad nauseam this week, but what about Tom Brady vs. Jack Del Rio? Over the years, Belichick has stifled Manning at times, while Del Rio can't seem to find the answer for TB12.
Bill Belichick and Tom Brady's legacies are already sealed, it can only go up from here. The outcome of Sunday's game will not matter. However that's not the case for Peyton Manning.
The team that can turn their redzone opportunities into touchdowns - rather than field goals - will be the victor on Sunday, according to Bert Breer of the NFL Network.
A family escaped a devastating fire at a home in Bridgewater, Massachusetts early Friday thanks to a stranger and a police officer.
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The Knicks stayed alive in the race for the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference with a 112-106 victory over Jayson Tatum and the Celtics on Thursday night.
Mayor Wu and state lawmakers announced $4 million will go toward improving outdoor drug use issues in the area known as Mass and Cass.
A family escaped a devastating fire at a home in Bridgewater early Friday thanks to a stranger and a police officer.
The bill will affect the Cannabis Control Commission and marijuana possession limits in Massachusetts.
A Woburn, Massachusetts man and his 10-year-old Labrador are recovering after they were attacked by a Rottweiler.
Families in Lexington, Massachusetts say they're out thousands of dollars after a travel company took their money and canceled a youth soccer team's long-awaited trip to Europe just one week before departure.
The Lone Star tick, which can cause alpha-gal syndrome, is spreading north throughout Massachusetts.
The Lone Star tick, which can cause alpha-gal syndrome, is spreading north throughout Massachusetts.
Boston's cold and snowy winter might have an effect on this year's pollen allergy season.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Two Massachusetts residents have been diagnosed with measles, the Department of Public Health confirmed Friday.
There's a new drug that can help early morning shift workers stay awake and alert, a study out of Boston found.
A family is demanding answers from the Gloucester, Massachusetts school district, after learning their five-year-old son was left alone in a quiet room for nearly half an hour.
A nurse says the decision is leaving the staff and patients at Tewksbury Hospital vulnerable to serious injury.
A Dorchester woman says Boston Police opened fire through her closed apartment door and the bullets went into her 5-year-old son's bedroom.
The I-Team has learned the Massachusetts Dept. of Health wants to take away pepper spray and non-lethal restraints from Tewksbury State Hospital safety officers.
Frankie Rodenbaugh died just days after his babysitter allegedly left him in a car, strapped in his seat for hours with no food or water.
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
Maine Governor Janet Mills' run for Senate comes with an unusual promise - she will only serve one six-year term.
The bill would ban single-use plastic bags and implement a 10-cent fee for paper bags at Massachusetts stores.
Easter is today. Stores like Market Basket, Big Y and Stop & Shop have shared whether they'll be open or closed for the holiday.
Clover Food Lab, a vegetarian restaurant chain in the Boston area, has let the state know it may have to lay off 182 workers.
The James Beard Awards announced their 2026 finalists. Here are the New England restaurants and chefs up for honors.
Free Jordan's Furniture is one round away thanks to UConn's success in March Madness.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
The Knicks stayed alive in the race for the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference with a 112-106 victory over Jayson Tatum and the Celtics on Thursday night.
James Hagens is expected to join the Bruins immediately and could make his NHL debut on Saturday.
Sonny Gray pitched 6 1/3 shutout innings, and the Boston Red Sox beat Milwaukee at Fenway Park.
The three finalists have been announced for the Patriots Hall of Fame as fans will choose between Rob Gronkowski, Adam Vinatieri and Logan Mankins.
Jaylen Brown had 35 points and nine rebounds, and the Boston Celtics outlasted the Charlotte Hornets 113-102 on Tuesday night.
The Rumney Rocks Climbing Area is partially closed as nesting peregrine falcons could attack rock climbers.
A Cape Air plane had to return to Nantucket, Massachusetts after part of a door opened up mid-flight.
Hot dogs and fries at Fenway Park just got an upgrade. Boston Red Sox fans can now have lobster on their ballpark favorites.
A small restaurant and convenience store on Nantucket, Massachusetts keeps selling big lottery winners.
Ziggy the dog showed his appreciation for the New Hampshire firefighter who saved his life after a freak accident.