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Patriots legend raves about rookie QB Drake Maye’s potential

Ty Law sees major potential in Patriots rookie QB Drake Maye

New England Patriots legend Ty Law has been impressed with how rookie quarterback Drake Maye has captained the offense through his first five NFL starts.

The North Carolina product has recorded 954 passing yards, seven touchdowns and five interceptions on the season. He has also showcased his scrambling ability with 233 rushing yards on the year.

Law is one of many starting to take notice of Maye’s incredible potential as the Patriots’ future franchise quarterback.

“His escapability has been really impressive to me,” Law said, as transcribed by NESN.com’s Tim Crowley. “I didn’t know he had that type of escapability. Being able to use his legs. He threw some nice passes. From a decision standpoint, he’s just going to get better and better. I think that is our quarterback of the future.”

It remains to be seen what Maye will be able to accomplish throughout the rest of the season.

So far, he appears to be developing at a high level throughout his rookie campaign, and he looks to be a solid building block for the future. At the very least, he has caught the eye of a Patriots legend.

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Patriots legend questioning Jerod Mayo’s coaching style

Ty Law wants to see more from Jerod Mayo on the sidelines

Former New England Patriots legend and Hall of Fame cornerback Ty Law spoke about the current state of the team and head coach Jerod Mayo. Specifically, Law addressed Mayo’s coaching style during an appearance on WEEI’s “The Greg Hill Show.”

Law was a key defensive contributor during his career with the Patriots. He was also on some of the best defensive units in franchise history.

He experienced Bill Belichick’s coaching style firsthand and how that coaching led to success. He noted that he isn’t seeing that same level of involvement with Mayo.

“He has to do something, other than just delegating and stay there coaching, get the stuff back through his microphone,” said Law. “You have to be an active participant, not only coaching the team, but if need be, going into that offensive huddle on the sidelines, doing those adjustments at halftime.

“If you need to get on your defense, you know what? Get off the sidelines. ‘Hey, offensive coordinator, I need to go talk to the defense because they soft as hell.'”

It’s important to note that Law is speaking based on Mayo’s post-game comments, following the loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Mayo called the team “soft” after they were dominated in the trenches in a 32-16 loss.

There is obviously an adjustment period right now for the team with Mayo undergoing his first season as an NFL head coach. Mayo is learning and adapting like anyone else would be doing with only seven games under his belt.

Even still, it’s hard to ignore the on-field results up to this point.

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View all of the Broncos players in the Pro Football Hall of Fame

Randy Gradishar is the latest Broncos legend to enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame. View the full list here.

Former Denver Broncos linebacker Randy Gradishar will be enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio on Saturday evening.

So, how many players do the Broncos have in the Hall of Fame now? That depends on who you believe qualifies for the count.

There are several players — running back Floyd Little, quarterback John Elway, safety Steve Atwater, tight end Shanahan Sharpe, offensive lineman Gary Zimmerman, running back Terrell Davis and cornerback Champ Bailey — who are obvious Broncos Hall of Famers. That’s seven.

Quarterback Peyton Manning only played four years in Denver, but he won the AFC West in all four seasons and won Super Bowl 50 with the Broncos. That’s eight. Outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware spent the majority of his career with the Dallas Cowboys, but he won his ring in Denver. Nine.

John Lynch won a Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers but he, like Manning, played the final four years of his career with the Broncos — and he’s a member of the team’s Ring of Fame. Ten.

So Gradishar is essentially the 11th Denver player to reach Canton. There are others, though. Safety Brian Dawkins played three seasons with the Broncos. Cornerback Willie Brown played four seasons in Denver before a 12-year stint with the Oakland Raiders. Running back Tony Dorsett and cornerback Ty Law also spent one season each with the Broncos.

Additionally, late team owner Pat Bowlen was enshrined in the Hall of Fame in 2019. So there are at least a dozen members of the Hall of Fame who Broncos fans can claim as their own. Up next should be former coach Mike Shanahan, who was snubbed again by voters in 2024.

Here’s a quick list of every former Bronco in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

1. RB Floyd Little (1967-1975)

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2. LB Randy Gradishar (1974-1983)

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3. QB John Elway (1983-1998)

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4. DB Steve Atwater (1989-1998)

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5. TE Shannon Sharpe (1990-1999, 2002-’03)

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7. OL Gary Zimmerman (1993-1997)

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8. RB Terrell Davis (1995-2001)

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9. CB Champ Bailey (2004-2013)

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10. DB John Lynch (2004-2007)

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11. QB Peyton Manning (2012-2015)

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12. OLB DeMarcus Ware (2014-2016)

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13. Owner Pat Bowlen (1984-2019)

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14. DB Brian Dawkins (2009-2011)

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15. CB Willie Brown (1963-1966)

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16. RB Tony Dorsett (1988)

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17. CB Ty Law (2009)

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Ty Law shares hilarious story of Tedy Bruschi helping him skip huddles

Ty Law credits Patriots legend Tedy Bruschi for his Hall of Fame journey

The New England Patriots’ defensive units in the 2000s were some of the best in the organization’s history.

Several players made that defense unstoppable, including the likes of Hall of Fame cornerback Ty Law and linebacker Tedy Bruschi. Law told a funny anecdote about Bruschi in an episode of Julian Edelman’s “Games with Names” podcast.

Law was a tremendous corner for the Patriots throughout the course of his career, tallying 36 interceptions in 10 seasons with the team. Bruschi was a stout linebacker in his own right, as he was able to record 1,074 tackles over a 13-year career.

Perhaps more than their statistical accolades, the ability of Bruschi and Law to play off each other was impressive. Law told the story of how Bruschi made his life a bit easier in terms of coverage. The linebacker would often call Cover 2 plays to benefit Law, who was winded from lockdown coverage.

“I wouldn’t be where I am today as a Hall of Famer without that damn Tedy Bruschi,” said Law. “Know why? I didn’t know what in the hell was going on. I’m like, ‘Who I got? Give me him.’ Bruschi would be like, ‘Hey Ty, you got him’ or ‘We’re doing this.’ Because I would never come into the huddle. If you watch the old films, you would never see me go in the huddle when everybody run back to it. Dammit, I’m too tired. I just ran nine routes because people would always just run you off.”

The synchronicity of the two is certainly impressive, and it evidently worked on the field. Those Law and Bruschi-led defenses are a big reason why the Patriots won their first three Super Bowls.

This is who Ty Law wants as Patriots coach, if Bill Belichick is out

Ty Law knows who he wants as Patriots head coach.

Bill Belichick could potentially be on the hot seat with the New England Patriots struggling.

Multiple former Patriots players have weighed in as to who they want to be the next head coach, and Hall of Famer Ty Law is casting his vote for Jerod Mayo

Mayo certainly understands what it means to be a member of the organization. He was a standout player when he was drafted in 2008 from Tennessee. He ended up putting together a very respectable career, recording 802 tackles and two Pro Bowl selections. The former Patriots standout currently serves as the linebackers coach for the organization.

The head coaching buzz surrounding the former linebacker is palpable. He turned down a head coaching interview with the Carolina Panthers at the beginning of the year and elected to stay with New England.

He has been held in high regard in the coaching ranks, and that is not lost on Law, who appeared on “The Greg Hill Show” on Tuesday afternoon.

“I would like to see Jerod Mayo get the opportunity, because I think he has respect from, you know, especially around here. He has respect from players as a former player, which you know you don’t have a lot of former players,” Law said.

Time will tell what the Patriots do at the head coaching position for next season. However, there is little doubt that Mayo will have his chances at bigger coaching positions down the road.

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Ty Law says what every Patriots fan is thinking ahead of Steelers matchup

Patriots legend Ty Law is never afraid to tell it like it is.

Former New England Patriots corner Ty Law bluntly stated his feelings ahead of the Patriots-Pittsburgh Steelers matchup on Thursday night. It’s safe to say Law is ready to move on to the 2024 season.

New England has struggled this season, as they currently sit with a 2-10 record. Furthermore, quarterback Mac Jones is no longer the starter, and the team has elected to go with Bailey Zappe over the last couple games.

The Patriots currently hold the second overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft, and that has many looking towards the future.

This includes Law, who didn’t mince words on WEEI’s “The Greg Hill Show” on Thursday morning. He summed up the feelings of many Patriots fans, with a full-scale rebuild becoming more needed by the day.

“I think at this point, I hate to say this… they just can’t wait to get it over with,” said Law, as transcribed by WEEI’s Mike Kadlick. “And hell, us as fans. We can’t wait for y’all to get it over with either! You know what I mean? …They gonna have to do a whole overhaul makeover. Of course, you got some guys, you know, like the Judon’s, the Gonzalez’s of the world, but it’s gonna be a totally different team come next year.”

It will be interesting to see what Thursday brings, as New England looks to get back in the win column.

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Ty Law didn’t like this aspect of playing for Bill Belichick

Ty Law claims Bill Belichick is more personable than you think, except for when this issue comes up…

New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick has a bit of a reputation for being one of the more challenging coaches to play for in the NFL. However, one Patriots legend does not see it that way.

Former Patriots cornerback Ty Law believes Belichick is a very personable coach, unless you’re dealing with him during contract time.

“That’s the only time me and Bill didn’t get along—contract time,” Law said, when appearing on “The Greg Hill Show.” “I’ll say it every time. Bill is the coolest and dopest coach. Personable, you can always go talk to him. The only time that he’s an ass—and I will call him an ass. So when he comes on here, Bill knows, I will call him an ass during contract time. That’s the only time. Other than that, man, Bill is solid as a rock.”

Law would know a thing or two about playing under Belichick. After all, he was one of the greatest corners in Patriots history.

Law would end up winning three Super Bowls with the team, and he is now a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. His comments are something to keep in mind with the offseason approaching.

Belichick will have to make some difficult free agent decisions, particularly with key players like safety Kyle Dugger and guard Mike Onwenu. One has to wonder how those negotiations will play out.

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Patriots legend Ty Law not buying Mac Jones’ optimism

Ty Law is not on board with Mac Jones’ latest comments.

New England Patriots legend Ty Law is not buying what Mac Jones is selling, as the Patriots look to pick up their second win of the season.

Law recently appeared on “The Greg Hill Show” and reacted to the latest comments by the third-year quarterback. Jones has stated that he is going to be the “same guy” and “bring guys along” as the organization looks to turn their fortunes around.

New England is currently 1-4 and sitting in the basement of the AFC East as the fourth-placed team.

“Bring with you where? To another team? C’mon, man,” said Law, when appearing on WEEI’s “The Greg Hill Show.” “Bring with you where? To dinner? Let’s try that first. Take the team out to dinner. Do the Tom Brady, take them out to offseason workouts. You’re gonna lead them to another damn team. We ain’t gonna have nobody on the sidelines. C’mon, man.”

It’s hard to find optimism, given New England’s difficult remaining games on the schedule. Jones’ NFL run has been a rollercoaster filled with ups and downs. However, this season has been mostly down.

He will have to salvage what’s left of 2023, as the Patriots take on the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. Kick-off is set for 4:05 p.m. ET.

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Ty Law picking Patriots to win Sunday for this particular reason

Ty Law explains why he’s picking the Patriots to upset the Eagles.

Predictions are rolling in for the New England Patriots’ season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday.

The Patriots are obvious underdogs at home against the defending NFC champions, but former Patriots cornerback Ty Law is leaning towards an upset for one reason: Tom Brady.

New England is set to honor Brady during the game, which is expected to have many Patriots legends in attendance.

This will be Brady’s first return trip to New England since he was in a Tampa Bay Buccaneers uniform back in October 2021. For what it’s worth, Brady bested the Patriots by a 19-17 score. He threw for 269 yards in the game, and the Patriots defense held him to a 51.2 completion percentage.

Law appeared on The Greg Hill Show on Thursday and picked the underdog Patriots to beat the Eagles because of the Tom Brady effect.

“I’m still saying that we’re going to feed off the energy of Tom Brady, said Law. “If Tom Brady was not coming, I wouldn’t be comfortable picking the Patriots, even though that’s my team. I’m always going for them. But because Tom Brady’s coming, there’s going to be so much energy there.

“Hopefully, Tom can go in there and talk to the team and get them ready to rock and roll. I know Belichick is always going to be prepared to have a good game plan. It’s up for those guys to go out there and make no excuses and play lights-out football. I think that energy will come from Tom Brady, so they can squeak one out because it’s early in the season.”

There is certainly going to be a ton of excitement for Brady’s return and the other subplots, including Brady watching his successor in action. Mac Jones will be coming into the game looking to bounce back from a rough 2022 season.

There will be nostalgia mixed with memories of the past and hopes for the future. This isn’t a game to miss.

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Patriots legend Ty Law shared powerful, heartfelt words on Damar Hamlin incident

Patriots legend Ty Law had some heartfelt comments on the tragic Damar Hamlin incident.

New England Patriots Hall of Famer Ty Law offered his thoughts on the tragic collapse of Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin that occurred on Monday night.

Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest in the first quarter of the game and was able to have his heartbeat restored. He was taken to a Cincinnati hospital, where he had a breathing tube put in. He is currently in critical condition.

The Bills-Bengals game was postponed, and no makeup date has been set yet.

Law appeared on WEEI Tuesday morning and offered his take on what transpired Monday night. Like so many others, he was shaken up by the incident and offered a unique perspective, as transcribed by Dakota Randall of NESN.com.

“I mean, you just feel for them because we’ve all been there,” Law said during his “The Greg Hill Show” interview. “Not in that capacity, but when someone gets carted off. I mean, the game doesn’t matter anymore. When you actually see that, it was a routine play. And, I know I always say, I’m one of the main guys, ‘We know what we sign up for’ — but we don’t sign up for that. I understand injuries, we have broken bones, we tear muscles, we get concussed. We understand certain things that happen in a football game. And yes, we sign up for it.

“But that right there, that is something that no one wants to see. … The game becomes irrelevant. And I think they did the right thing by canceling the game because no one was gonna go out there anyway. … I hope that he’s OK, that he’s recovering.”

As of now, the Patriots are still scheduled to visit the Buffalo Bills this Sunday, and the NFL has not made any changes to the Week 18 schedule.

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