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On YouTubeNew England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / February 18
Patriots Named Best Fit For Versatile DB, TE in Free Agency
The New England Patriots have a shot to bolster their roster when free agency opens up next month, and ESPN named two potential fits for the defending AFC champions in 2026.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / February 18
Patriots Re-Sign Young CB To Futures Contract
After eight New England Patriots players saw their practice squad contracts expire on Feb. 17, the team decided to sign an external free agent for the 2026 season -- and it's a familiar name.
New England Patriots News / Music Times / February 18
Cardi B Axes $1.2M Party and Cuts Off Stefon Diggs as He Sends Lavish Gifts in Desperate Bid: Report
Cardi B has reportedly cut off contact with Stefon Diggs following their rumored split, even as the NFL player attempts to win her back with expensive gifts.
The 'Receiving leaders by NFL season' quiz
How many of the NFL receiving leaders during the Super Bowl era can you name in six minutes?
New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 18
Patriots’ No. 1 offseason goal after losing Super Bowl LX identified by Sam Acho
After a strong season under new head coach Mike Vrabel, the New England Patriots’ 2025 run ended with a 29-13 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl 60.
Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?
As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.
NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / February 17
Patriots Hiring New Member of Coaching Staff
The New England Patriots continue making additions to the staff under head coach Mike Vrabel, less than two weeks after the Super Bowl defeat. Pete Thamel of ESPN reported that the Patriots are hiring BJ Edmonds and adding him to their staff for the 2026 campaign.
New England Patriots News / Field Level Media / February 17
Reports: Patriots elevate Zak Kuhr to defensive coordinator
The New England Patriots are promoting Zak Kuhr from inside linebackers coach to defensive coordinator, ESPN and NFL Network reported Tuesday. The move
New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / February 18
Patriots make final decision on defensive coordinator
The New England Patriots are less than two weeks removed from a 29-12 Super Bowl LX loss to the Seattle Seahawks at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif.
New England Patriots News / Total Apex Sports / February 17
Zak Kuhr Promoted to Patriots Defensive Coordinator Following Interim Success
The New England Patriots have officially named Zak Kuhr as their full-time defensive coordinator, solidifying a role he held on an interim basis during the team’s run to Super Bowl LX.
New England Patriots News / Shutdown Corner / February 17
Patriots reportedly promote Zak Kuhr to defensive coordinator following run to Super Bowl while he was interim 
Zak Kuhr is interim no more. The New England Patriots have promoted Kuhr to be their full-time defensive coordinator, according to multiple reports Tuesday. Kuhr joined the Patriots in 2025 as inside linebackers coach after previously working under head coach Mike Vrabel with the Tennessee Titans.
New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 17
Patriots officially make Zak Kuhr full-time DC after breakout season
After stepping in and calling plays for the defense throughout the 2025-26 season, it appears the New England Patriots are rewarding Zak Kuhr with a big promotion.
The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl
Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.
New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / February 17
Patriots Promote Zak Kuhr To Defensive Coordinator
Zak Kuhr is indeed taking over as the Patriots defensive coordinator. After serving as the defensive play-caller and interim defensive coordinator in 2025, the inside linebackers coach is earning a promotion to DC, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / February 17
Source: Patriots Officially Hire Zak Kuhr As Defensive Coordinator
After calling defensive plays for all but one game last season, New England Patriots inside linebackers coach Zak Kuhr has officially been hired as the team’s defensive coordinator, a source confirms to Patriots on SI.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / February 17
Patriots 5 Biggest Positions of Need Entering the Offseason
While the 2026 NFL year does not officially begin until 4:00 p.m. ET on March 11, several NFL teams have already begun to make adjustments to their roster — including the New England Patriots.
Brandon Crossley News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 17
Patriots Sign CB Brandon Crossley
The New England Patriots announced they have signed CB Brandon Crossley to a reserve/futures contract. Crossley, 25, signed with the Patriots as an undrafted free agent out of SMU following the 2025 NFL Draft.
New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 17
Patriots’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup post-Super Bowl as draft season ramps up
The Patriots’ loss in Super Bowl LX not only stung but also clarified their offseason agenda. With Drake Maye appearing to be the franchise quarterback,
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / February 17
Contracts Expire For Eight Patriots, Including Veteran RB
The New England Patriots' offseason rolls on, including saying goodbye to some of the players on last season's AFC championship team that won't be returning in 2026.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / February 17
Latest Mock Draft Has Patriots Protecting Drake Maye
Now is the time for mock drafts in the NFL world, and for the New England Patriots, there's plenty of avenues to go with their first round pick. Do they want to bolster their pass rush, or will they prefer to add someone on the offensive side of the ball to either protect Drake Maye or catch passes from him?
New England Patriots News / NFL Analysis Network / February 17
The Patriots reached the Super Bowl. They let the franchise tag deadline pass without using it
The New England Patriots did not use the franchise tag on any player. The team reached the Super Bowl in Mike Vrabel’s first season as head coach. New England has $41.82 million in cap space and 11 draft picks.
New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / February 17
Patriots solve two problems at once by adding a veteran in NFL free agency mock draft
Yes, head coach Mike Vrabel said Will Campbell won't change positions in 2026. But life changes fast in the NFL, and it's a league of circumstances. "Will is 22 years old," Vrabel said after a tough playoff sequence for the rookie.
New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / February 16
Christian Gonzalez Open To Pats Extension
Christian Gonzalez was limited to just four games as a rookie. In the two years since then, he has established himself as one of the league’s top cornerbacks.
New England Patriots News / Stadium Rant / February 16
Three Free Agents The Patriots Should Be Interested In This Offseason
The New England Patriots reached heights not even their most optimistic fans could’ve imagined in 2025, making a Super Bowl run before ultimately losing to the Seattle Seahawks.
New England Patriots News / Last Word On Sports / February 15
Patriots Could Sign Pro Bowl Pass-Catcher
David Njoku will be one of the top free agent tight ends on the market. Could he sign with the New England Patriots? Ethan Hurwitz of Sports Illustrated
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / February 13
Current, former players provide guidance to Patriots’ Will Campbell following Super Bowl loss
Current and former offensive tackles have been in contact with Campbell.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / February 12
New England Patriots on the hunt for a new defensive coordinator
The New England Patriots will be looking to fill their now vacant defensive coordinator position this offseason. It's not because somebody has been fired after New England's run to Super Bowl LX.
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