The Connecticut high school football season begins in nearly two weeks, kicking off on Thursday, September 10, 2026. Many teams that were in the championship games a season ago return as some of the most talented teams in the state while other teams will look to make a name for themselves this upcoming season. Here are the top-25 CIAC teams heading into the 2026 season: 1. New Canaan The New……
Connecticut High School Class Previews
By Andy Close & Rob Gullo NEFJ Correspondents There’s guaranteed to be at least one new state champion in 2026 in the CIAC. Several prominent programs are moving classifications this season, a shakeup that should lead to some potentially intriguing postseason matchups. With that in mind, here’s a look at the six classes, featuring favorites, contenders, and teams that could surprise. Class LL: Greenwich once again the favorite Greenwich is…
New England College Football Preview – Week 0
Image courtesy of Sophie Weller Ready or not, the New England college football season has arrived. With a whopping nine of the 17 D1 teams in the region kicking off during Week 0, it’s officially go time for 2026. Here’s our first weekly preview breaking down the local action…be sure to tune in to our College Football Preview Show (presented by Sonic Boom Football) on Wednesday night at 8:30 too….
Wolf addresses several topics in preseason press conference
FOXBOROUGH- New England Patriots Executive Vice President of Player Personnel Eliot Wolf addressed the media on Tuesday, August 25, delivering key updates on roster depth, contract negotiations, and recent trades as training camp comes to a close. Opening Statement & Training Camp Progress Wolf kicked off his media availability by expressing enthusiasm for head coach Mike Vrabel’s leadership and the team’s trajectory heading into the season: “First of all, though,…
Patriots wrap up training camp with final practice on Tuesday
FOXBOROUGH – Just like that, training camp has come to an end for the 2026 Patriots. Tuesday’s practice behind Gillette Stadium officially marked the end of summer sessions as the preseason ends Thursday night in Cleveland. Following the final whistle against the Browns, the season opener with the world watching against Seattle will be just 13 days away. Here’s a quick run down of what happened in Foxborough on Tuesday…
Boutte return highlights how rest of NFL viewed him
IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect FOXBOROUGH – The trade sending Kayshon Boutte to the Houston Texans in exchange for safety Jaylen Reed and a late-round draft pick reveals the exact nature of his league-wide evaluation: a reliable, third receiver whose true market value was capped by circumstance. On paper, Boutte represents a classic third-year wideout ascending at the right time. After carving out a role with Drake Maye and following…
20 storylines to watch in MIAA Football
As the summer heat gives way to crisp autumn Friday nights, football fans across the Bay State are gearing up for another thrilling fall campaign. From major coaching transitions and private school transfer waves to division-wide power shifts, the landscape in Massachusetts high school football is as dynamic as ever.
Massachusetts Day 1 Camp Visits – Needham
NEEDHAM – In 2023 and 2024, Needham not only put itself back on the map, the Rockets stunned the state with a trip to the Super Bowl after a loss in the state semifinals the year prior. Last season was a three-win down year for head coach Doug Kopcso and his crew, but it ultimately turned into learning lessons for this season. Now, heading into 2026, new leaders are emerging,…
Massachusetts Day 1 Camp Visits – Franklin
By Colby Shannon NEFJ Correspondent FRANKLIN — At Pisini Field on Monday afternoon, the phrase “All In” could be seen in powder blue text on top of a sweat-drenched gray shirt. It made the mindset for the 2026 season very clear. This year, Franklin will look to bounce back from a disappointing 5-6 season, which saw the team get routed in the Hockomock championship by King Philip High School. Monday’s…
Massachusetts Day 1 Camp Visits – Natick
By Michael Najarian NEFJ Correspondent NATICK — Summer temperatures remain, but fall is just around the corner as it’s officially football season for Natick. The Redhawks kicked off practice with the hope that a mix of talented returners and fresh faces will lead to another successful season and a deeper run in the MIAA Division I tournament. Here’s what stood out during the first practice: Caissie Leading Potent Offense —…