Will Roger Goodell be announcing a trade up or a trade down for the Patriots this April?
NEPD Editor: James Christensen
The 2012 NFL Scouting combine is right around the corner. Before we start thinking about 40-times, wingspan and 3-cone times, here is one version of how the 2012 NFL Draft might go down for the Patriots.
Bruce Irvin could the fastest defensive lineman in Indianapolis this week. But how will he stack up during official measurements? (Photo: ICON SMI)
NEPD Editor: Doug Kyed
The combine is great for many things, but one of those is just the chance to see every player in one setting, doing the same drills right next to one another. There are so many variables during the season, it’s nice to see one controlled environment even if they aren’t in pads.
Each of these positions has something different to showcase at the combine, for DBs, it’s all about speed at footwork. For the defensive line, it’s more about flexibility and strength. For linebackers, teams will be looking at technique, burst and overall athleticism.
It’s a fun time of year, so when you’re watching the NFL Network, make sure to watch some of these guys.
NEPD Scouts Mike Loyko and Doug Kyed will be covering the combine in comprehensive fashion on NEPD Radio. Our first podcast is scheduled for Wednesday night at 9PM EST. We will be previewing the comibine and talking about all the top prospects in this years draft.
We will be doing podcasts all throughout the week and will have the most in depth coverage anywhere on the internet. If someone breaks the 40 time record we will be there to talk about it.
You can call in ask a question or make a comment at (914) 338-1530 or just tune in Wednesday night at 9PM eastern. You can also download all of the NEPD Radio podcasts on iTunes.
You can listen to last week’s episode after the jump.
These two are going to have a busy off-season.
NEPD Editor: Mike Loyko
With the offseaon slated to get into full swing this week with the NFL combine, I take a position by position look at where the Patriots roster stands. What are the biggest needs, where are they set and what will they likely target.
In Decemeber I did I similar article breaking down the Patriots roster and where it stood. Now that the Patriots came within two minutes of winning another Super Bowl, I take a look where does their roster stand now.
With the combine coming up this week, it will give fans a perspective of exactly what the Patriots will be looking for on March 13th when unrestricted free agency opens and when the draft comes in late April. It can also be a guide for fans who are looking to do mock drafts for the Patriots.
Would Mark Barron provide an upgrade for the Patriots secondary?
NEPD Editor: Mike Loyko
This is Mike Loyko’s first official Patriots only mock draft. An in depth look at each Patriot selection in the 2012 NFL Draft. What will they be looking for and who will they be targeting?
Randy Moss is on the minds of many New England fans. Could he be brought back to New England?
NEPD Editor: Doug Kyed
It’s Friday, so you know what that means, it’s time for my weekly “Too Long For Twitter” mailbag, where I take questions from Twitter that warrant, deserve or need answers longer than 140 characters.
If you have a question about anything, tweet it to me @DougKyed, and I’ll try to include it in the column on Friday. If you aren’t on Twitter, feel free to throw in a question in the comments section.
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