New England Patriots: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Brenden Jaimes News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 7

Giants Signing C Brenden Jaimes

According to Dan Duggan, the Giants are signing C Brenden Jaimes to a contract on Friday. New York also waived CB Jarrick Bernard-Converse with an injury designation, per Dan Salomone.

New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 7

Patriots Announce Two Roster Moves

The New England Patriots announced they signed undrafted S Eric Butler and released DT David Blay Jr. in a corresponding move. Butler, 23, was a three-star recruit and committed to San Diego State, remaining there for four years.

Brenden Schooler News / Athlon Sports / August 7

Brenden Schooler's NFI Status Could Open a Patriots Roster Spot for Efton Chism

One underplayed situation from Friday's scrimmage session in Foxborough is the current status of Brenden Schooler. Still not back on the field and currently on the Active: Non-Football Injury list, Schooler's absence could potentially open an extra space on the initial 53-man roster if he remains out.

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The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 7

Stefon Diggs uses one word to describe Jayden Daniels after signing with Commanders

On Friday, the Washington Commanders officially introduced Diggs as their new wide receiver.

Commanders rookie WR Antonio Williams earns high praise from newly signed Stefon Diggs

Brandon Aiyuk gets expected bad news following Stefon Diggs decision

Did Commanders land one of the biggest steals of NFL offseason with Stefon Diggs addition?

The '2025 NFL receiving leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Demario Douglas News / New England Patriots on SI / August 7

Patriots WR DeMario Douglas Popping in Training Camp

FOXBORO --- New England Patriots wide receiver DeMario "Pop" Douglas has been hard to miss through 12 training camp practices. Working as the team's top slot receiver, Douglas has put together the strongest beginning to camp of his now-four-year career.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 7

Patriots’ Mike Vrabel shares disappointing Carlton Davis injury update

While New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel still deals with the aftermath of the Dianna Russini situation, he also saw key injuries in the secondary.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / August 7

Will Campbell's Continued Absence Raises Concern for Patriots' Blindside Protection

Coach Mike Vrabel closed out the week at New England Patriots training camp with a spirited intrasquad scrimmage on Friday. The news on the field was unspectacular with backup quarterback Tommy DeVito outshining starter Drake Maye, but the noteworthy information came from Vrabel before the blue and white squads squared off.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / August 7

Patriots Training Camp Notebook: Intrasquad Scrimmage Offers Plenty of Highlights

FOXBORO --- The New England Patriots found out yesterday what Friday's scrimmage teams would be. Members of the coaching staff had drafted a blue team and a white team, and delivered the news to the players The only stipulations?

Stefon Diggs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 7

Stefon Diggs drops truth bomb after 1st practice with Commanders

The Washington Commanders added some help in their wide receiver room this week, and it was no one other than Stefon Diggs. There were rumors throughout the entire offseason that the Commanders were looking for another receiver, and Diggs was one of the names who continued to pop up.

New England Patriots News / Lindy's Sports / August 7

Patriots Worst Training Camp Disasters Since 2005

From holdouts to murder charges, Foxboro has seen some summers Every NFL training camp brings optimism, and the New England Patriots — more than almost any franchise — have spent the last two decades manufacturing it.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 7

Tomlin has one warning for Vrabel's Patriots amid Russini controversy

Mike Tomlin has one warning for Mike Vrabel's Patriots amid Dianna Russini controversy

Making his debut on NBC's "Football in America" during the Hall of Fame game, Tomlin warned his former colleague.

Patriots slammed with worrisome Christian Gonzalez contract update

Kayshon Boutte shares update about Patriots future amid trade rumors

Patriots' Will Campbell gets an unexpected endorsement

The 'Super Bowl losing coaches' quiz

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The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz

The 'Most TDs by NFL franchise' quiz

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Christian Gonzalez News / Yardbarker / August 7

Patriots slammed with worrisome Christian Gonzalez contract update

Training camp is well underway, and there's still no word on Christian Gonzalez's contract extension with the New England Patriots.

Competition between A.J. Brown, Christian Gonzalez nears boiling point

Kayshon Boutte shares update about Patriots future amid trade rumors

Did Commanders land one of the biggest steals of NFL offseason with Stefon Diggs addition?

The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 7

Mike Tomlin sends warning to Patriots’ Mike Vrabel about Dianna Russini situation lingering into season

The story of the offseason has been New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and his scandal involving ex-NFL insider Dianna Russini. Going into the regular season, former Pittsburgh Steelers coach and current NBC Sports analyst Mike Tomlin warned Vrabel about how important winning is to the team amid the distractions.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 7

Kayshon Boutte shares update about Patriots future amid trade rumors

Boutte reportedly requested a trade after the club acquired both Romeo Doubs and A.J. Brown during the offseason. Boutte nevertheless has remained with the Patriots through the start of training camp.

Patriots' Will Campbell gets an unexpected endorsement

A.J. Brown, Christian Gonzalez nearly scuffle during Patriots training camp

Patriots' A.J. Brown explains his mindset ahead of practice vs. Eagles

The 'Most 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

Chad Muma News / New England Patriots on SI / August 7

Why I'm Buying the Early Patriots Training Camp Hype Around Chad Muma

FOXBORO --- Last season, the New England Patriots made a signing that largely went unnoticed across the league. They added linebacker Chad Muma off of the Indianapolis Colts' practice squad and had him stick around on the 53-man roster.

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / August 7

Competition between A.J. Brown, Christian Gonzalez nears boiling point

The ongoing battle between New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown and cornerback Christian Gonzalez intensified during Thursday’s training camp practice, reaching a point where teammates intervened.

New England Patriots News / HITC / August 7

Mike Tomlin shares Mike Vrabel warning over Dianna Russini ‘noise’ during his NBC debut

NFL games are firmly back underway following the Hall of Fame clash on Thursday evening between Arizona Cardinals and the Carolina Panthers. It was the Panthers who came out on top in Canton in a game that went right down to the wire.

Stefon Diggs News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / August 7

Why Diggs Was Never Returning to the Patriots

After cutting ties with Stefon Diggs in March, New England rebuilt its wideout group with A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs, two major additions who immediately reshuffled the depth chart.

Jahlani Tavai News / Pro Football Rumors / August 6

Jaguars Sign LB Jahlani Tavai

Jahlani Tavai has found a new home. The veteran linebacker has signed with the Jaguars, according to Ryan O’Halloran of The Florida Times-Union. To make room on the roster, the team waived LB Jared Bartlett with an injury designation.

Greg Van Roten News / Pro Football Rumors / August 6

Patriots Work Out Greg Van Roten

The Patriots have put in work to improve their offensive line depth this offseason, and the front office may not be done. According to Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 in Houston, the team worked out veteran lineman Greg Van Roten today.