Kevin Faulk News

Although overshadowed by the aerial exploits of Tom Brady, the ground game was a definite bright spot for the Patriots last season.

Counting down the top 25 players in the AFC East, one player at a time, one day at a time.

The New England Patriots went heavy on Rutgers players in the 2013 NFL Draft, but also went heavy on defensive backs and receivers, filling each position with players who will add much-needed competition ahead of training camp in July.

UPDATE - After taking Jamie Collins with the 52nd overall pick in the 2013 NFL Draft, the Patriots selected Aaron Dobson, wide receiver out of Marshall.

Faulk, who retired last year after 13 seasons with the Patriots, was happy to have Washington take his old jersey number.

Leon Washington has decided to wear a number that has become very near and dear to Patriots Nation's hearts in 2013.

The Carencro Bears have decided to stay in house to find its new head football coach, as they've promoted offensive line coach and former offensive coordinator Roland "RIP" Eveland to the post.