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New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones has left a strong first impression on his teammates, notably in how he carries himself. Patriots wide receiver Kendrick Bourne said Jones’ swagger and confidence caught him off guard, also applauding Jones for his work ethic in organized team activities: “He has a swag to him that I didn’t […]

The New England Patriots selected Alabama quarterback Mac Jones at number 15 overall in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft. In a somewhat unprecedented move for head coach Bill Belichick – who had never drafted a quarterback in the first round – the expectations for Jones should be lofty heading into his rookie […]

The New England Patriots re-signed Cam Newton and selected Mac Jones in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft, but that isn’t stopping them from making more moves at the quarterback position. The Patriots are bringing back veteran quarterback Brian Hoyer on a one-year deal, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. In addition to Newton […]

The New England Patriots are known for winning and doing so by developing talent from seemingly every possible avenue. Whether it is through the NFL Draft, undrafted free agents, veteran free agents or the trade market, it just always appears as though Bill Belichick is a step ahead of the rest of the league. With […]

The New England Patriots are hoping that they have found a replacement with a long term answer at quarterback for Tom Brady after his departure over a year ago. Cam Newton had his moments in 2020, but nothing spectacular stood out although the talent around him was less than ideal. The Patriots used their first […]

Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots had a very successful draft. After spending a ton of money in free agency and nailing the draft the Patriots are ready to compete again. They added tight ends Jonnu Smith and Hunter Henry, giving weapons to Cam Newton or Mac Jones, and signed linebackers Matthew Judon and […]

The New England Patriots selected eight players during the 2021 NFL Draft. Alabama quarterback Mac Jones headlines New England’s ’21 draft class, which included four offensive players and four defensive players. Let’s take a pick-by-pick look at each of the Patriots’ selections. Round 1, No. 15 overall: Mac Jones, QB, Alabama The Patriots did not […]

To the surprise of absolutely nobody, new Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence is the favorite to win Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2021 after going No. 1 overall in the draft, according to BetOnline.ag. Lawrence will be the Day 1 starter in Jacksonville and will have the opportunity to put up big numbers under […]

The New England Patriots’ need for a quarterback was never more pressing than it was in the 2020 season. After Tom Brady departed Foxborough after an incredible run to head to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Patriots got Cam Newton. Unfortunately, that experiment didn’t work out well. Thankfully, the Patriots were able to sit back […]

Over two years ago, Mac Jones tweeted a side-by-side picture of his shirtless self next to the infamous shirtless combine photo of Tom Brady. Jones apparently had a premonition given that two years later, the New England Patriots selected him with the No. 15 overall pick on Thursday. This is the particular tweet from the […]

As the adage goes, “good things come to those who wait.” These words are very applicable to the New England Patriots in the first round of this year’s NFL Draft. Standing pat at the 15th pick, Alabama’s Mac Jones fell to New England’s lap. Patriots head coach Bill Belichick gave an update on who the […]

Despite the fact that the heralded Alabama Crimson Tide continue to be by far the best program in all of college football, it is rare that the SEC powerhouse has a highly-touted quarterback leading up to the NFL Draft. However, this year was certainly different as the New England Patriots have officially selected former Alabama […]

The long-awaited 2021 NFL Draft has finally arrived. After the virtual event in 2020, NFL fans have packed Cleveland with excitement and eagerness. After the San Francisco 49ers traded up to number three overall, the rumors began to fly on which quarterback they would take. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network said that most NFL GMs […]

2021 NFL Draft Bold Trade Predictions, Including Justin Fields To The Patriots Rate, review, and subscribe to Establish the Pass on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. Apple Podcasts link: Episode 153 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Spotify Podcasts link: Episode 153 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Establish the Pass Podcast Episode 153 – […]

The San Francisco 49ers have apparently decided on their guy in the 2021 NFL Draft. Adam Schefter of ESPN (h/t NFL Update) reported Wednesday the 49ers have made a decision as to who they will select with the third overall pick in Thursday’s rookie selection. The #49ers have made a decision on what they'll do […]

The 2021 NFL Draft has been hyped up with buzz, rumors, and trade talks just like every year. However, for once in what seems like an eternity, the San Francisco 49ers are in the thick of it. After trading up to No. 3 overall in a blockbuster swap with the Miami Dolphins, they are zeroed […]

As if the rumors weren’t already swirling for the San Francisco 49ers and the No. 3 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, things just took another turn as the chaos continues on. The 49ers offseason really took a swing when they decided to trade up in a major way to acquire the No. 3 […]

With the 2021 NFL Draft just days away, the San Francisco 49ers have reportedly narrowed their options to two talented quarterbacks for the third overall pick. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the 49ers are closing on their decision on which quarterback to take at no.3, with Alabama’s Mac Jones and North Dakota State’s Trey […]

With the NFL Draft quickly approaching, all 32 teams are working to finalize their big boards before round one begins. For some, this includes the quarterback position. Quarterback is not only the most important position in football but perhaps, in all of sports. There have been and continue to be many teams that have been […]

2021 NFL Mock Draft Live: Picks #9-16, Including Mac Jones Rate, review, and subscribe to Establish the Pass on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. Apple Podcasts link: Episode 150 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Spotify Podcasts link: Episode 150 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Establish the Pass Podcast Episode 150 – Blake Lovell […]

Alabama quarterback Mac Jones has been one of the biggest risers in this year’s lead up to the NFL Draft. At the start, he was disregarded precisely because he was on an Alabama squad loaded with talent. Now, some have him going as high as third overall to the San Francisco 49ers.  Mac Jones is […]

As the NFL Draft quickly approaches, the Mac Jones hype train hasn’t lost any steam. Jones has been one of the consistent risers in numerous mock drafts throughout the course of the past month. There is a real chance he could be the San Francisco 49ers’ choice with the third overall pick in the 2021 […]

With the 2021 NFL Draft just two weeks away, there’s a lot of speculation about who the San Francisco 49ers will select with the third overall pick. For a time, bettors seemed convinced that it would be Alabama quarterback Mac Jones, who is coming off a triumphant junior season, helping the Crimson Tide win the […]

Ever since their blockbuster trade late last month to acquire the third-overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, most observers have widely assumed that the San Francisco 49ers would take the opportunity to select their next franchise quarterback. However, which play-caller the Bay Area franchise would ultimately pick has been a matter of debate around […]

The rumors linking Alabama quarterback Mac Jones to the San Francisco 49ers have been swirling since San Francisco acquired the No. 3 pick from the Miami Dolphins. But personnel from around the league are not buying the smoke. Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports spoke to a number of rival executives who seem to question […]

If we are to believe earlier reports, the San Francisco 49ers are widely expected to snag Mac Jones as the third overall pick in the upcoming 2021 NFL Draft. Then again, this does not appear to be a foregone conclusion right now, with the Niners reportedly also showing a lot of interest in Justin Fields. […]

It Hasn’t Happened Since The 1999 NFL Draft The last time the NFL Draft opened with three consecutive signal callers was in 1999. In ’99, the Browns selected Tim Couch first overall. The Eagles got Donovan McNabb second, and then the Bengals picked Akili Smith third. Couch and Smith ended up being massive busts, which […]

As rumors continue to swirl about this upcoming class of quarterbacks and where they will go in the 2021 NFL Draft (except for Trevor Lawrence), it seems more and more likely that Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers have found their man: H/t to @amicsta: Schefter on ESPN Radio – Mac Jones to 49ers […]

With the 2021 NFL Draft just around the corner, a ton of talents are already drawing comparisons to some of the game’s best players. Alabama quarterback Mac Jones was the latest name to be given a premature comparison, as he has reportedly been seen as similar to the legendary Joe Montana leading up to the […]

During his time with the Alabama Crimson Tide, wide receiver DeVonta Smith has worked with some talented quarterbacks such as Jalen Hurts and Tua Tagovailoa, who are now both in the NFL. But the reigning Heisman Trophy winner has singled out his most recent quarterback in Mac Jones for praise as the 2021 NFL Draft […]

The Alabama connection that defined college football in 2020 is showing off at the Crimson Tide’s Pro Day on Tuesday in Tuscaloosa. Heisman Trophy winner and star Crimson Tide receiver DeVonta Smith did in fact elect to catch passes for quarterback Mac Jones despite still nursing a broken finger suffered in the national title game. […]

3 Teams Most Likely To Trade Up For A QB In The 2021 NFL Draft Rate, review, and subscribe to Establish the Pass on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. Apple Podcasts link: Episode 147 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Spotify Podcasts link: Episode 147 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Establish the Pass Podcast […]

The Mac Jones to the San Francisco 49ers buzz continues to get louder. There was plenty of hubbub about the 49ers going to see Jones’ Pro Day on Tuesday instead of Justin Fields, and 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan gave some insight into the team’s 2021 NFL Draft strategy on Monday. Shanahan explained that seeing […]

The San Francisco 49ers are suddenly in the mix to land one of the top quarterbacks in the 2021 NFL Draft after they traded up to get the third overall pick. One prospect that is being linked to the team is Alabama’s Mac Jones who lauded the 49ers’ offense which also utilizes a drop-back passing […]

In what may be a surprise to some, San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch will attend Mac Jones’ second Alabama Pro Day on Tuesday instead of Justin Fields’ session. This was first reported in Peter King’s Football Morning in America and confirmed by Mike Florio of ProFootballTalk. The 49ers […]

The 49ers have made waves with their blockbuster trade for the number three overall pick in the upcoming 2021 NFL draft. They have been adamant that they do not have a player set-in-stone on the draft board. They have also been vocal that they are not trading Jimmy Garoppolo and that he is still expected […]

Nobody was more active in the early stages of NFL free agency than the New England Patriots. With plenty of cap room to spend, Bill Belichick and the Patriots did just that, backing up the Brinks truck for multiple players like Matthew Judon, Hunter Henry, Jonnu Smith and countless others. New England needed to reload, […]

The Denver Broncos are having a very nice offseason after a disappointing 2020 campaign, but the decision that will make or break the 2021 season has still yet to be made. Continuing our look at teams’ approach to NFL free agency, here’s what the Broncos still need to do. The Broncos won the first wave […]

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has finally hung up his cleats after 20 seasons in the NFL, and he will go down as the all-time leader in career completions, percentage, and yardage. And in his absence, he leaves a gaping hole in the New Orleans Saints’ roster. In Brees, the Saints are losing arguably […]