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New England offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt has done great work with rookie quarterback Drake Maye, but the Patriots need defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington to step up going forward. Steve Burton and Mike Reiss break it down on Patriots 1st Down -- and also discuss the Hall of Fame chances of Rodney Harrison, Adam Vinatieri, and Vince Wilfork!
The Patriots head coach puts the safety in some very rare air, and hopes that Rodney Harrison gets a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame this year.
Rodney Harrison is a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame for the first time. Mike Reiss says it's long overdue to put Harrison in Canton.
Last week, Patriots head coach Bill Belichick made a public case for Rodney Harrison's Hall of Fame worthiness. Longtime football writer Peter King doesn't buy it.
"The Hall of Fame is out of my control. And since there's no criteria for the Hall of Fame, it's really hard to even have a conversation about it, because there's no ... we're not basing it on anything," Belichick said.
Mike Vrabel doesn't know exactly what goes into the voting and selection process for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. But the Titans head coach and former Patriots linebacker knows one thing: Rodney Harrison belongs there.
Rodney Harrison is in the Patriots Hall of Fame in Foxboro. A former New England executive believes the retired safety deserves a spot in Canton, too.
Rodney Harrison did not hold back when it came to his feelings on a potential re-signing of Cam Newton.
For all intents and purposes, the Tom Brady era is over in New England. But that doesn't mean ol' Tommy Boy is done helping the Patriots win football games.
It doesn't seem like anyone wants to sign free agent quarterback Cam Newton, but the fact that New England hasn't added the 2015 MVP is a little disappointing to one former Patriot.
During his speech to the crowd gathered on the plaza, Harrison offered a series of thanks to family, former teammates and former coaches. He also offered some comments that were distinctly Rodney.
With Leon Gray posthumously getting inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame on Monday, fans may be interested to know more about the former left tackle. And, really, there's no better place to gain that information than the Patriots' own human encyclopedia, Ernie Adams.
Though his playing career ended more than a decade ago, Harrison was nevertheless struck to return to Gillette Stadium to find the same two key drivers of success -- Tom Brady and Bill Belichick -- continuing the remarkable two-decade run for the Patriots.
When the Patriots acquired Rodney Harrison before the 2003 season, the hard-hitting safety turned a lot of New Englanders into fans very quickly. One of those newfound fans happened to be the head coach's son.
After getting the call on Monday that he'd be the next Patriots Hall of Fame inductee, Rodney Harrison spoke with reporters on a conference call. Here's what he had to say.
The choice for this year's entrant into the Patriots Hall of Fame came down to a trio of championship players. Ultimately, Rodney Harrison won the vote.
It's getting more and more difficult to select one inductee into the New England Patriots Hall of Fame. This year's vote may be the toughest yet.
Those who would know much more -- about the program, about Brady, and about Brady's leadership and influence up and down the roster -- have been weighing in with some opinions that may not remain wholly consistent with so much of the folklore surrounding the Patriots' dynasty.
Even still, given the environment that's natural to arise during an emotional week in both Philadelphia and Boston, one Philly writer was able to stand out among the rest.
Rodney Harrison is never short on opinions.
While there is no one simple reason, former Patriots safety Rodney Harrison presented the simplest explanation yet.
Former Patriots safety and current football analyst Rodney Harrison joined the masses who stand against Kaepernick, but he did it in a way that's gotten him into a bit of trouble.
Brady got lumped in with child abusers, wife beaters, and alleged murderers and sexual predators.
"It's just what it is, man. It's football. They're trying to hurt you -- cheap shots, wide receivers coming at your knees, pushing you in your back. That's just war."
Former NFL quarterback Chad Pennington was a guest of 98.5 The Sports Hub's Toucher & Rich show Friday morning
Mattias Ekholm got the overtime winner as the Edmonton Oilers shook off a shoddy start for a 3-2 victory against the Boston Bruins.
With just one weekend left until Christmas and Hanukkah, it's the last few days to get those gifts at some holiday markets in Massachusetts! And with Hanukkah starting next week, there's a menorah lighting to check out too.
Winding through Waltham neighborhoods, a special delivery of love, and laughter, and light - for families who know pain.
Jaylen Brown said he is thinking about things differently after the break-in at his mother's house in Wellesley.
Zach LaVine scored a season-high 36 points and the Chicago Bulls used a fourth-quarter flurry to hold off the Boston Celtics 117-108 on Thursday night in the opener of a home-and-home set.
The snow and rain in the Boston area will fall between 2 p.m. and midnight. It's not a big storm, but enough to whiten some roads.
Jaylen Brown said he is thinking about things differently after the break-in at his mother's house in Wellesley.
Police in Wellesley and Newton are investigating two separate break-ins connected to Celtics star Jaylen Brown and an assistant coach.
If you carry a credit card balance, beware. You'll be paying a lot more for those Christmas gifts due to rising interest rates.
A Stoneham grandmother injured in a hit and run crash two months ago is still struggling with debilitating injuries while police search for the driver.
Minnesota Vikings legend Randy Moss will step away from his broadcasting role at ESPN "to focus on a personal health challenge," the network announced Friday.
If beauty products are on your Christmas list this year, one Massachusetts doctor is urging you to check labels for ingredients that may be hazardous to your health.
Jon Keller says an unholy union of clever tech and cultural dreck have turned brain rot into a global plague.
Minnesota Vikings legend and NFL Hall of Famer Randy Moss said he is "battling something internal" and asked for prayers on Sunday.
A new program in Boston is trying to improve the labor and delivery experience for expectant Black mothers and mothers of color, who often find their voices aren't always heard by hospital staff.
If you carry a credit card balance, beware. You'll be paying a lot more for those Christmas gifts due to rising interest rates.
A family visiting Boston left behind a videotape with precious memories in their rental car.
A Cape Cod woman reached out to the I-Team's Call for Action after struggling to get her health insurance provider to approve an overnight hospital stay for a major surgical procedure.
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
WBZ-TV's I-Team has uncovered a third attempted land grab by thieves in Massachusetts, this time in West Yarmouth.
How do you keep political drama from poisoning important relationships during the holidays?
Consumers haggle over the price of big-ticket items like homes and cars. So should they also bargain over the cost of college tuition?
Jon Keller says an unholy union of clever tech and cultural dreck have turned brain rot into a global plague.
Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn joined WBZ-TV this week for a one-on-one interview for Sunday's "Keller At Large."
Jon Keller has his annual list of turkeys in the Boston area for Thanksgiving 2024.
Ocean State Job Lot announced this week it is taking over another Christmas Tree Shops location, this one in North Attleboro.
Massachusetts is getting closer to allowing pot cafes and other sites for social marijuana consumption.
Bertucci's has closed its Swampscott restaurant, leaving only 15 locations in Massachusetts.
Four Seas Ice Cream, fixture on Cape Cod since 1934, has been sold.
Jeff Kinney, the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" author and owner of An Unlikely Story, is determined to make Plainville proud.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
Mattias Ekholm got the overtime winner as the Edmonton Oilers shook off a shoddy start for a 3-2 victory against the Boston Bruins.
Zach LaVine scored a season-high 36 points and the Chicago Bulls used a fourth-quarter flurry to hold off the Boston Celtics 117-108 on Thursday night in the opener of a home-and-home set.
New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore has been placed back on the reserve non-football illness list, the team announced Thursday.
New England Patriots receiver Kendrick Bourne is a good source to tap for fashion advice. Just don't make things awkward like WBZ-TV's Dan Roche.
New England Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt took no offense to Jerod Mayo's critical comments on Sunday, and even shed some light on why Drake Maye isn't running more.
A dog trainer in Massachusetts managed to create the perfect "dog nativity scene" that's going viral on social media.
Good Samaritans came to the rescue of a 20-year-old blind cat who was seen floating on a piece of ice in Westford.
The Mount Washington Observatory shared photos of staff members hanging ten on "rime ice" formations.
A unique ATM tree in Greenfield, Massachusetts was hit by thieves in a heist.
An "odd couple" at an Animal Rescue League shelter in Boston is looking for a new home together.