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Will Nate Ebner Make the Patriots Roster?

Thursday, August 16th, 2012
Nate Ebner Patriots Safety

Nate Ebner has a chance to make a big impact as a rookie for the Patriots. (Photo: Patriots.com)

NEPD Editor: James Christensen

Nate Ebner has been a man of mystery since the moment he was drafted in the sixth round of the 2012 NFL Draft.

Many fans and draft analysts alike were scrambling for information on the former Ohio State Buckeye, and with Ebner missing the first few days of training camp, not a lot of questions were answered.

With Ebner back on the field, is his play worthy of cracking the Patriots final roster?

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Tags: 2012 NFL Draft, Nate Ebner, Nick Caserio, Patriots Training Camp, Tavon Wilson
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Patriots vs Saints: 10 Keys to the First Preseason Game

Wednesday, August 8th, 2012
DE Chandler Jones

Chandler Jones shined in practice – how will he perform in a game? (Photo: US Presswire)

NEPD Staff Writer: Matthew Jones

On Thursday night the New England Patriots will take the field for the first time of the 2012 season in preseason action against the New Orleans Saints, who are operating on a short week following Sunday’s 17-10 victory over the Arizona Cardinals in the Hall of Fame game.

The matchup offers a number of intriguing storylines from New England’s perspective; here are ten of the most intriguing angles in the Patriots’ exhibition opener:

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Tags: 2012 NFL Draft, Brandon Lloyd, Chandler Jones, Game Preview, New Orleans Saints, Tom Brady
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Chandler Jones: Patriots Rookie Reset

Thursday, July 26th, 2012
Chandler Jones Rookie

We've met Chandler Jones the person, now it is time for us to get to know Jones the player. (Photo: US Presswire)

NEPD Editor: James Christensen

It is rare when a Patriots first round pick might be the third most famous person in his family. In this case, Ravens veteran Arthur Jones and MMA Superstar Jon “Bones” Jones certainly took the spotlight from their “little” brother playing his junior year at Syracuse.

That said, Chandler Jones is set to be a big part of the plans for the New England Patriots in the coming years. And you won’t have to pay $64.95 to watch him.

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Tags: 2012 NFL Draft, Chandler Jones, Rookie Reset
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Dont’a Hightower: Patriots Rookie Reset

Thursday, July 26th, 2012
Dont'a Hightower 2012 NFL draft

Dont'a Hightower and the Patriots - the perfect fit. (Photo: US Presswire)

NEPD Editor: Doug Kyed

“The System.”

You often hear about players that potentially fit the Patriots complex defense, well they found a good one when they traded up to take Dont’a Hightower 25th overall in the 2012 NFL Draft.

Hightower has great position versatility, but where exactly will he fit in the Patriots hybrid defense?

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Tags: 2012 NFL Draft, Don'ta Hightower, Rookie Reset, Training Camp
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Patriots Practice Squad Possibilities for 2012

Tuesday, July 24th, 2012
Running Back Brandon Bolden

Undrafted Running Back Brandon Bolden is a prime candidate for the Patriots practice squad. (Photo: US Presswire)

NEPD Staff Writer: Matthew Jones

The New England Patriots enter the season well-stocked with talent; unfortunately, only 53 of their players are eligible to make the opening day roster. A number of the players on roster are eligible for the practice squad, however, in what is expected to be a cutthroat competition.

This article will examine the players most deserving of practice squad spots, along with other practice-squad eligible players who may be able to oust some of the competition for a space.

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Tags: 2012 NFL Draft, Brandon Bolden, Jeremy Ebert, Marcus Forston, Markus Zusevics, Nate Ebner, Practice Squad, UDFA
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Tavon Wilson: Patriots Rookie Reset

Tuesday, July 24th, 2012
Tavon Wilson Patriots Safety

Surprise second round pick Tavon Wilson is ready to prove himself to the New England faithful. (Photo: US Presswire)

NEPD Editor: James Christensen

The fate of Tavon Wilson was instantly changed with the writing of his name on a draft card by New England Patriots staff at the 2012 NFL Draft. He was instantly tied to the likes of Stevan Ridley, Sebastian Vollmer, Logan Mankins and Richard Seymour – players who were instantly panned as “reaches” by many fans, experts and media members.

Will Wilson join the names above or will he enter into the realm of Terrence Wheatley, Darius Butler and other second round picks who couldn’t make it in Foxborough.

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Tags: 2012 NFL Draft, Rookie Reset, Tavon Wilson
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Jake Bequette: Patriots Rookie Reset

Monday, July 23rd, 2012
Jake Bequette NFL Draft

Where will Jake Bequette fit into the Patriots new-look defense? (Photo: US Presswire)

NEPD Editor: Doug Kyed

In April of 2011, Patriots fans were clamoring to draft pass rushers, their wish finally came true, a year later.

Bill Belichick & co. spent valuable resources retooling their pass rush using first round picks on DE Chandler Jones and LB/situational pass rusher Dont’a Hightower and a third round pick on Arkansas DE Jake Bequette.

So where does the productive former Razorback fit in the Patriots new front 7?

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Tags: 2012 NFL Draft, Andre Carter, Chandler Jones, Jake Bequette, Rookie Reset
Posted in NFL, NFL Draft, Patriots | 2 Comments »

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