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Patriots fan who tackled Junior Seau pleads not guilty

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December 22

Boston Herald

"The 31-year-old fan who tackled Patriots linebacker Junior Seau on the field at Gillette Stadium yesterday pleaded not guilty in court this morning to the alleged fourth-quarter blindside hit on the beefy backer. Todd Kobus of Attleboro, an Iraq war veteran, was arraigned in Wrentham District Court on charges of assault and battery and trespassing for storming the sideline and crashing into Seau, according to the Norfolk District Attorney’s Office. He was released on his own personal recognizance. Midway through the fourth quarter of yesterday’s 47-7 rout of the Arizona Cardinals, Kobus jumped from the stands and knocked Seau to the ground, police say. “He tackled him,” said Foxboro Police ..."

Junior Seau connects with fan

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December 22

Boston Herald

"Junior Seau returned to the Patriots two weeks ago largely to aid their quest for the postseason. Yesterday, in his first game back at Gillette Stadium, the veteran linebacker got more than he bargained for. Midway through the fourth quarter of a 47-7 laugher over the Cardinals, Seau was involved in a sideline altercation with a fan who jumped from the stands. The two tussled in the snow before security led the unwanted provocateur away. “That’s a death wish, man,” said cornerback Ellis Hobbs. “If Junior didn’t kill him, then security sure would have. One too many, that’s all I can say.” Whatever the circumstances were, it was enough for Seau to call it one of the memorable incidents in ..."

Two old classics hold up

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December 8

Boston Globe

"Accounting for two plays in which offensive holding penalties were called, Patriots defenders were on the field for 57 laborious snaps yesterday. Improbably, linebackers Junior Seau and Rosevelt Colvin were on for 28 of them - seven in the first half, 21 in the second. The stat lines focusing on tackles and sacks won't show it. Neither will the television highlights of Seau faked out of his cleats by receiver Deion Branch on a 64-yard catch-and-run, or beaten by tight end John Carlson for a second-quarter touchdown. But the performances of Seau and Colvin were, in a word, remarkable. They reflected the guts the Patriots displayed in their come-from-behind 24-21 win over the Seahawks. ..."

It’s just like old times for Rosevelt Colvin and Junior Seau

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December 8

Boston Herald

"Junior Seau and Rosevelt Colvin certainly expected to play. What they didn’t expect was to have to morph into their old selves and conjure up enough to play the entire second half with the playoffs weighing in the balance. Yes, the rust was there, and in Seau’s case, some signs of age were visible. Deion Branch twisted him around like a pretzel on a 63-yard catch and run in the third quarter. But the two linebackers, signed this week to provide depth to an already depleted defense, found themselves in the spotlight when Vince Wilfork and Tedy Bruschi went down with injuries. “I did not think (I’d be thrown in so quickly), but it was definitely a good time. It was like old times out there,” ..."

Surf's up - and so is Seau's semiretirement

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December 6

Boston Globe

"The conversation Wednesday afternoon between Bill Belichick and Junior Seau was short. The coach called the linebacker and told him he needed help. Seau made a quick, easy decision. He called back Belichick - the only coach Seau, 39, would play for - and told him he was coming. Seau boarded a plane in California that evening. "It was done," Belichick said. "He went from the surfboard to the football field. He can probably make the transition better than any player that's ever played." A deep, mutual affection brought Seau back to the Patriots yesterday, a move made necessary and possible when they placed Adalius Thomas on injured reserve, meaning his broken right forearm will sideline him ..."

Patriots are set to sign Seau

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December 5

Boston Globe

"Junior Seau just can't say no to a Patriots team in need. The 39-year-old inside linebacker is prepared to once again abandon sunny Southern California and the comfort of semi-retirement to bail out New England coach Bill Belichick and an undermanned Patriots linebacking corps. After getting a call from Belichick and vice president of player personnel Scott Pioli Wednesday night, Seau was here yesterday meeting with the team and on the verge of returning for a third season with the Patriots and a 19th in the NFL. Seau's agent, Marvin Demoff, said early last night that Seau, whose flight landed at 3:45 p.m., could be signed by today, barring complications. The Patriots would have to clear a ..."

Junior Seau flies to rescue of banged-up Patriots

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December 5

Boston Herald

"The search for reinforcements at linebacker has apparently found another familiar face. The Patriots hosted the ageless Junior Seau yesterday and all signs last night pointed to the 39-year-old returning for a 19th season. Seau’s agent, Marvin Demoff, said Patriots head coach Bill Belichick called Seau Wednesday and the two sides liked what was said enough for Seau to fly into town a little before 4 p.m. yesterday. “I haven’t really talked to Junior since he got off the plane, but I expect if nothing changes from the conversation they had last night that he will end up signing a contract,” Demoff said. Coming on the heels of the acquisition of fellow veteran Rosevelt Colvin on Wednesday, ..."

Junior's varsity: Retiree still follows the team

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October 13

Boston Globe

"He attacks the waves on his surfboard now, not opposing ball carriers. If Junior Seau had his preference the waves could wait. No surprise there. Seau went after it hard for 18 NFL seasons, often the first player to arrive in the locker room before the sun came up every morning, whether it was in San Diego, Miami, or New England. So he knew this wouldn't be easy. "It's the first year I haven't been part of an organization, a locker room, the first time I haven't been able to speak in a huddle," Seau said yesterday before the Chargers thumped the Patriots, 30-10. "There are a lot of times in the course of the year, during the journey, that are ups and downs. I miss that. I miss that ..."

Junior Seau just a phone call away - only for Pats

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October 13

Boston Herald

"If the call never comes, Junior Seau can live with it. Sure, he misses playing, being a part of a team and speaking up in the huddle. He never got that elusive championship ring, but Seau, who was presented his 2007 AFC Championship ring by Patriots owner Robert Kraft yesterday, is at peace with how it all ended last season, falling one win short of a perfect season. His memories of New England won’t be bittersweet. “The only memories I have is being able to be a part of something special. And it was a special journey for all of us,” Seau said from his restaurant, where the ring ceremony took place. “There wasn’t one game that’s going to take it away. I’m going to hold onto it forever. ..."

Return engagement for Seau?

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August 11

Boston Globe

"Former Patriots linebacker Junior Seau said the possibility remains he could return to New England, but nothing is imminent. In an interview with XX Sports Radio in San Diego, Seau, who had offseason surgery to repair his rotator cuff, said he remains in contact with coach Bill Belichick. "Obviously, I have to be healthy enough to get in there and perform at a high level and right now I'm not ready," Seau said on the "Scott and BR Show." Seau also ruled out the possibility of returning with any other team. "If there is a situation that comes up, I will definitely look at it, but it has to be something with the Pats," he said. "There is no sense in me going to another locker room when I ..."

Still hard to say whether Junior Seau will return

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August 5

Boston Herald

"Two years ago, Junior Seau didn’t join the Patriots until Aug. 18. Last year, he signed in May. This year? The lines of communication at least remain open. Patriots coach Bill Belichick yesterday said he and Seau have spoken. Whether that means the future Hall of Famer plans to return for a 19th season remains to be seen, but it’s safe to say Seau wouldn’t need much camp to get ready for the season. The Patriots are at the roster limit of 80 players and would need to cut someone to make room for Seau, who underwent offseason shoulder surgery. “We are at 80 and if we make any roster moves we’ll let you know as soon as we can,” Belichick said. “We are where we are right now. If anything ..."

Seau decision will wait

May 31

Boston Globe

"If linebacker Junior Seau returns to the Patriots for his 19th NFL season, the decision will be made closer to the start of training camp in late July, coach Bill Belichick said yesterday. "We are just not there yet, but we are closer to being there," Belichick said after yesterday's passing camp practice. The 39-year-old Seau, whose fiery pregame speeches contributed to his status as a team leader in 2007, is recovering from offseason surgery on his left rotator cuff. He recently underwent a physical for the Patriots, and the sides have maintained an open dialogue about his possible return. The No. 55 Seau donned has not been issued to another player."