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Bill LT Dion Dawkins made a note on social media of his weight heading into the season, saying he will be the lightest he has been since entering the league.

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Patriots Hosting TE Thomas Odukoya For Workout

Aaron Wilson of KPRC reports the Patriots are hosting international TE Thomas Odukoya for a workout this week. Odukoya, 29, signed with the Titans as an undrafted free agent out of Eastern Michigan following the 2022 NFL Draft.

Milton Williams News / New England Patriots on SI / July 21

Top 25 Patriots of 2026: Milton Williams Is A Game-Wrecker

The New England Patriots may have some questions when it comes to who will be rushing off the edge, but they certainly won't need to question who'll be rushing from the interior.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / July 21

One Patriots Position Battle That Has Quietly Been Decided Already

There are several position groups on the New England Patriots that are bound for battles at training camp. The third-string running back job, the fourth cornerback job and even the top two swing tackle jobs are all open for competition this year as we head into the grueling dog days of the summer.

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New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / July 21

Patriots Rookies Officially Report to Training Camp: Here's What to Know

We're one step closer to football officially returning into our daily lives, as the New England Patriots' rookies are set to report to Gillette Stadium Tuesday for the start of training camp.

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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 / July 21

A.J. Brown quickly learned this about Patriots' Drake Maye

Brown shared what he has learned about Maye since being traded to the Patriots.

A.J. Brown makes promise to Patriots regarding first season

Patriots QB Drake Maye expands on play in Super Bowl loss to Seahawks

Patriots' Christian Gonzalez gets lucrative contract extension update

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Romeo Doubs News / New England Patriots on SI / July 20

Top 25 Patriots of 2026: Don't Forget About Romeo Doubs

After the New England Patriots got a really strong one-and-done season from Stefon Diggs in 2025, they went out shopping for the next best wide receiver on the open market in free agency.

New England Patriots News / Viral Sports News / July 20

Patriots Already Facing Major Concern With Top Defender

The New England Patriots have spent the past two offseasons reshaping their roster around a young core, but one of the franchise’s biggest challenges may not involve adding talent.

Tom Brady News / Total Pro Sports / July 20

Tom Brady’s Biggest Fan Is Accusing Him Of 'Ruining' His Legacy With Recent Actions

Dave Portnoy has defended Tom Brady for years. The Barstool Sports founder has never hidden his love for the New England Patriots or the quarterback who helped lead the team to six Super Bowl titles.

Christian Gonzalez News / Yardbarker / July 20

Patriots' Christian Gonzalez gets lucrative contract extension update

The young star is eligible to sign an extension ahead of his fourth year in the league, and there's no reason to believe that won't be the case.

A.J. Brown makes promise to Patriots regarding first season

Patriots QB Drake Maye expands on play in Super Bowl loss to Seahawks

Patriots owner Robert Kraft breaks silence on Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini controversy

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One player from every NFL team who will bounce back in 2026

The 2025 NFL season didn't go as smoothly as hoped for some proven players. These players are the top candidates on their respective teams to bounce back this season.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / July 20

A.J. Brown makes promise to Patriots regarding first season

Brown shared somewhat of a promise regarding what he will offer the Patriots during his first season with the organization.

Patriots QB Drake Maye expands on play in Super Bowl loss to Seahawks

AJ Brown has telling comments about Drake Maye

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Drake Maye News / Yardbarker / July 20

Patriots QB Drake Maye expands on play in Super Bowl loss to Seahawks

Maye recently expanded on his play in the Super Bowl.

AJ Brown has telling comments about Drake Maye

Patriots owner Robert Kraft breaks silence on Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini controversy

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New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 19

Patriots’ ‘glue guy’ poised for breakout 2026 season, per analyst

The New England Patriots surprised everyone last season when they made a run all the way to the Super Bowl before falling to the Seattle Seahawks. A lot of the rapid rise for the Pats came because of the offense.

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / July 19

AJ Brown has telling comments about Drake Maye

Count AJ Brown among the growing list of Drake Maye believers. The New England Patriots wide receiver gave a glowing review of Maye in episode 2 of the team’s “Forged in Foxborough” series.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 18

2 Patriots cut candidates on chopping block entering 2026 NFL training camp

The New England Patriots enter training camp with more star power than they had a year ago. A.J. Brown, acquired from the Philadelphia Eagles, is ranked ninth in ESPN’s latest wide receiver rankings and provides Drake Maye with the established No.

Kayshon Boutte News / Stadium Rant / July 18

New England Patriots Trade Rumors: Why Trading Kayshon Boutte Could Make The Offense Better

It is becoming more likely that the New England Patriots will trade Kayshon Boutte before the start of the season. According to NBC’s Albert Breer, New England is looking to work with Boutte to send him to a team that will offer more playing time this upcoming contract year.

Travis Shaw News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 17

Patriots Waive DT Travis Shaw

The New England Patriots officially waived DT Travis Shaw on Friday. Shaw, 21, was a five-star recruit and a top national prospect when he committed to North Carolina.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / July 18

Patriots' Kraft breaks silence on Vrabel, Russini controversy

Patriots owner Robert Kraft breaks silence on Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini controversy

During a Friday appearance on ESPN's "First Take" program, Kraft publicly addressed the matter that has been hovering over the defending AFC champions since this past spring.

Patriots' Drake Maye opens up about budding relationship with A.J. Brown

Insider predicts Patriots' asking price for Kayshon Boutte trade

Christian Gonzalez is getting 'bad signs' about Patriots contract extension

Colts RB may have reason to take strong stance amid contract uncertainty

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Christian Gonzalez News / Athlon Sports / July 17

Christian Gonzalez's Contract Leads Eight Storylines Ahead of Patriots Camp

With veterans reporting to Foxborough a week from today, the countdown to New England Patriots Training Camp 2026 is on. A roller-coaster offseason is now in the books, and despite a handful of major moves, questions remain.