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My bulletin board is an open forum. Anything you post will get edited and will get a comment.

I graduated in 2008 with a BA in English from the University of Southern Maine. I've been a New England Patriots fan since I was eight years old (silly me, thought I was six). My love of sports writing stems from a deep passion for college and pro sports and my appreciation for the English language.

I enjoy writing about the NFL, and obviously the New England Patriots; I like to branch out and explore every team in the league, though.

I enjoy scrambling all over the site, reading everything that pops up on my screen and making my voice heard on the matter. Although the site says I've been a member for about a year, I have only begun contributing to the site as of about two months ago. I'm currently ranked the 7th overall Patriots writer on the site; it's not the highest honor that I hope to achieve, but it's better than nothing.

I am, however, honored to say that I'm an editing intern here at B/R. I welcome you to post any articles on my bulletin board that you would like me to check over for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and conformity with B/R style guidelines. The gig has truly been informative, opening up a whole new world for me in terms of my opportunities to further myself as both an editor and a writer.

I hope to one day work for a distinguished blog, or possibly start my own website. My dream job at the moment is to work for ESPN (perhaps get espnboston.com started?)

Erik's Recent Articles

FOXBORO, MA - NOVEMBER 08: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots celebrates after the two point conversion in the second half against the Miami Dolphin on November 8, 2009 at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts. The Patriots defeated the Dolphins 27-17. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Patriots on a Roll: Aerial Assault Overwhelms Dolphins

Published 4 days ago
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FOXBORO, MA - OCTOBER 18: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots congratulates Wes Welker #83 after Welker ran the ball in for a touchdown in the second quarter against the Tennessee Titans on October 18, 2009 at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts. BenJarvis Green-Ellis #42 of the Patriots celebrates the play. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

New England Patriots Restoring Confidence, One Game At A Time

Published 17 days ago
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KANSAS CITY, MO - SEPTEMBER 20: Richard Seymour #92 of the Oakland Raiders looks on during the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on September 20, 2009 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

The Daily WTF: Richard Seymour Said What?

Published 21 days ago
478 reads 15 comments

KANSAS CITY, KS - SEPTEMBER 21: MLB Home plate umpire Tim McClelland #36 looks on during the game between the Boston Red Sox and the Kansas City Royals on September 21, 2009 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. The Royals defeated the Red Sox 12-9. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

The Daily WTF: Umps Miss Several Calls in ALCS Game 4

Published 22 days ago
193 reads 4 comments

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Erik Writes About

Glenn Card responded to a comment on The King is Dead, Long Live the Patriots
Glenn Card responded to a comment on The King is Dead, Long Live the Patriots

The Short List What Erik thinks about sport's most pressing questions

Favorite Athletes

Tom Brady, Randy Moss, Tedy Bruschi, Ty Law, Adrian Peterson, Jared Allen, Matt Ryan, Ray Lewis, Ed Reed, Peyton Manning, DeMarcus Ware, Justin Tuck, John Elway, Jerry Rice, Jack Lambert, Reggie White, Chris Paul, Kevin Garnett, LeBron James, Bill Russell, Michael Jordan, Jacoby Ellsbury, Dustin Pedroia, Jason Bay, Jonathan Papelbon, Pedro Martinez, Tim Lincecum, Mike Piazza, Ken Griffey Jr., Ichiro Suzuki, Daryl Strawberry, Nolan Ryan, Evgeni Malkin, Zdeno Chara, Tim Thomas, Wayne Gretzky
Favorite Sports Teams

New England Patriots, Minnesota Vikings, Boston Red Sox, New York Mets
Favorite Coaches

Bill Belichick, Nick Saban, Bill Cowher, Mike Holmgren, Pete Carroll, Mike Krzyzewski, Doc Rivers, Lou Piniella, Terry Francona
All Time Sports Moment

Adam Vinatieri kicks the game winning field goal in Super Bowl XXXVI vs. the St. Louis Rams
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Hank Aaron's 755 home runs. Yeah, I said it. Oh, and if everything goes as planned, Ichiro will have the record for most consecutive seasons leading the league in hits (4), and that one should go untouched.
Ruth or Mays?

Mays
Unitas or Montana?

Brady
Jordan or Russell?

Russell always
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

Sampras. Ice cold, baby.
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger
Petty or Earnhardt?

Earnhardt, but never Jr.
Schumacher or Senna?

Who?
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

Depends what sport, but SEC for football and ACC for basketball for sure.

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by Glenn
about 5 hours ago

We're still at it.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/288806-nfl-week-ten-picks-from-new-england-patriots-fans-perspective
by Bryant
1 day ago

The Patriots are just as good as the Colts.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/287532-the-patriots-should-be-talked-about-as-much-as-the-colts
by Glenn
6 days ago

Terry posted this weeks collaboration.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/285314-nfl-week-nine-picks-from-new-england-patriots-fans-perspective
by Glenn
8 days ago

Sorry I haven't been around to read your stuff for the last couple of weeks...work got in the way.
By the way....
I thought the pot needed stirring.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/284116-the-king-is-dead-long-live-the-patriots
by Robert
8 days ago

Hello Buddy, take a look at this important article. It will most likely be my last on bleacher report. Feel free to pass it around. Thank you very much and God Bless!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/283900-you-are-not-a-unique-snowflake
by Alex
11 days ago

Packers/Vikings, Sleepers, an upset pick and more!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/282249-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-eight/show_full
by Alex
18 days ago

Which of the NFL's undefeated teams will take their first loss this week?

I've got my predictions and analysis including a big upset!

Check it out:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/278188-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-seven
by Justin
22 days ago

Hey Eric,

I thought you might enjoy this.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/275615-colts-fans-enough-with-the-brady-bashing
by Alex
25 days ago

Check out what's in store for the NFL's week six action!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/274024-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-six/show_full
by Glenn
27 days ago

It was Eric Annett's turn to publish this week.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/272803-nfl-week-six-picks-from-new-england-patriots-fans-perspective
by Alex
about 1 month ago

Week 5 here we go!

Will the Chiefs do something for the first time in 32 years today?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/270113-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-five/show_full
by Jonathan
about 1 month ago

Hi Erik, check this out, thanks!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/268865-niners-hit-jackpot-with-crabtree-after-all-a-needed-attraction
by Jake
about 1 month ago

Sorry I am a little late but thanks for the edits Erik! I guess I skipped over the email inbox that told me that my story was edited so that's why I am telling you now. By the way, I just commented on your article about Jeff Garcia and the Raiders. Thanks again!
by C Douglas
about 1 month ago

My Comments on Week 4

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/267549-2009-nfl-football-season-week-4
by Scotty
about 1 month ago

How deep do you think the Pats are?

This article will test it.

I really want some Patriots fans input.

I appreciate it.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/266993-it-could-happen-to-you-the-ballad-of-the-2009-seattle-seahawks

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Patriots on a Roll: Aerial Assault Overwhelms Dolphins

New England Patriots Restoring Confidence, One Game At A Time

The Daily WTF: Richard Seymour Said What?

The Daily WTF: Umps Miss Several Calls in ALCS Game 4

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