Mike Reiss

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Quick-hit thoughts and notes with more of a personal touch (but still some Patriots): 1. I’m finishing up a vacation/staycation, which means there’s no regular Patriots notebook posting on ESPN.com on Sunday morning, as usual. That will return next Sunday. The break is nice to recharge, and it comes at a time … More Vacation/staycation: A little bit of everything — Patriots nuggets, sports as a great connector, joy of coaching, and excitement ahead

This sometimes happens as a vacation winds down. I get an itch to write something for Sunday morning, which has become a big part of my weekly routine over the last two decades. So for something a little different, and a bit more personal, this could be called “quick-hit thoughts/notes around vacation and (maybe a … More Quick-hit thoughts and notes from vacation … with a Patriots twist

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – In what has been a challenging 2020 for many, sometimes the struggle provides an unexpected “opportunity” for a moment that wouldn’t have otherwise taken place. Here’s mine from Wednesday, mixing two of my favorite things: Being a dad and covering the Patriots for ESPN. The Patriots’ media schedule that day usually fits … More The behind-the-scenes story of ‘hustle’s free’ with Patriots’ Gunner Olszewski

CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. – From the counter at Cheryl-Anns’ Bakery on Tuesday afternoon came a reminder of Rob Gronkowski’s wide-ranging reach. It’s the type of story, and short interaction, that sparks a smile. My order was being sliced and packed behind the counter when a sweet older woman with a cane and hearing aid walked … More A Gronk tale from the bakery counter

FOXBOROUGH TO ORLANDO – The Patriots’ run of success over the last two decades has had a far-reaching impact, and one area that interests me is how those coming up the ranks can learn some valuable lessons from it. It struck me one day earlier this month when I was at lunch with my 9-year-old … More Lessons that can be learned from Super Bowl champion Patriots

ATLANTA – In each of the past two years, I shared some personal reflections from the season on the morning of the Super Bowl. Prior to Super Bowl LI, the focus was on embracing the journey. Super Bowl LII, it was more about how the Patriots’ sustained success helped mark the passage of time for me … More Good team, good people: Tales from Patriots’ surprise trip to Super Bowl