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NFL Draft 2026: New England Patriots must fill glaring need to close Super Bowl gap

The New England Patriots arrived ahead of schedule, reaching the Super Bowl last season, before being run roughshod on by Kenneth Walker III in a blowout loss to the Seattle Seahawks.

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Dianna Russini's Return To Social Media Thursday Went Poorly

Dianna Russini made her return to social media to resume her reporting duties after the controversy over her interaction with New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel.

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Patriots Draft Preview: Top Safeties Set, But The Rest Unclear

The New England Patriots struck gold when they drafted Craig Woodson in the fourth round last spring. They also struck gold when they signed former All-Pro Kevin Byard to a one-year deal this past offseason.

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The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most INT's in a first NFL start' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL interceptions leaders' quiz

The 'Longest NFL receptions of 2025' quiz

Mike Vrabel News / Viral Sports News / April 9

Patriots’ Mike Vrabel Sees Surprising Result in New Rankings

As the NFL calendar turns toward the spring, franchises across the league are ramping up their offseason activities and fine-tuning preparations for the upcoming draft at the end of April.

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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Fernando Mendoza makes an emotional decision about NFL Draft

NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, David Bailey-Arvell Reese debate, Sonny Styles-Fred Warner comps

Steelers are showing interest in a small-school standout who could turn out to be a hidden gem at wide receiver in Pittsburgh

Steelers' potential 2026 NFL Draft plans contradict claims about QB Will Howard

Arm length concerns surrounding Miami DE Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys' favor during 2026 NFL Draft

Jets coaches reportedly 'loved' this quarterback prospect after meeting him

Logan Mankins News / New England Patriots on SI / April 9

Logan Mankins’ Toughness, Tenacity Proves Patriots Hall Case

For nine seasons, former NFL guard Logan Mankins served as both the talent and tenacity of the New England Patriots interior offensive line. Though his

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 9

Three Draft Mistakes The Patriots Can't Afford To Make

For several years under Bill Belichick, and for the one year under Jerod Mayo, the New England Patriots made too many mistakes on draft day. Whether it

New England Patriots News / Football Analysis / April 9

Patriots Pay $70M For Receiver NFL Execs Call ‘No Improvement’

New England just committed $68 million in base value, potentially $80 million with incentives, to Romeo Doubs. A four-year deal for a receiver who caught 55 passes and posted 724 yards last season in Green Bay.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / April 9

Boomer Esiason comments on Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini photos

Boomer Esiason comments on viral Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini hotel photos

The NFL offseason is still in its early stages, but the viral photos of Vrabel and Russini are certainly garnering a lot of attention.

Vrabel, Russini speak out after hotel photos go vieral

Ravens have an obvious target to help Jesse Minter's pass rush

New HC Mike LaFleur gave Cardinals one order at start of offseason program

John Harbaugh issues challenge to Giants about desired culture shift

Jaguars' Liam Coen sends warning to rest of NFL about Trevor Lawrence

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 8

Examining Patriots Future Draft Capital Following Recent Trade

The New England Patriots have brought back optimism to the region after a run to the Super Bowl in 2025, and now there's a chance that it carries into future seasons.

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The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 8

Patriots Players Benefit as NFL Approves Guardian Cap Upgrade

When the New England Patriots return to the field for their first action of the 2026 season, at least two of their players will be sporting an enhanced, extra layer of protection to their respective uniforms.

New England Patriots News / Total Apex Sports / April 7

Dobbs released as Patriots reshape backup quarterback plan

The Patriots made a quiet but meaningful change to their quarterback room Monday, releasing veteran Dobbs after one season in New England. On paper, it is a backup quarterback move in late March.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / April 9

Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini speak out on viral hotel photos

Patriots HC Mike Vrabel, insider Dianna Russini speak out on viral hotel photos

Mike Vrabel and The Athletic NFL insider Dianna Russini have responded to a report that showed them holding hands and hugging.

Dianna Russini issues response to photos of her with Mike Vrabel

Patriots to trade player they were planning to waive to Texans

Dolphins' Jeff Hafley reacts to star's push for a contract extension

This could be QB Jalen Hurts' last season with the Eagles

Ravens backed themselves into a corner with Lamar Jackson

Cowboys named among best landing spots for Super Bowl champion WR

Eliot Wolf News / A to Z Sports / April 7

New England Patriots GM Eliot Wolf proves his brilliance with latest move that will go overlooked

The New England Patriots reversed course by trading away linebacker Marte Mapu after initially informing him of his release. On Tuesday, the New England Patriots had initially informed former third-round pick Marte Mapu of his release.

Marte Mapu News / Pro Football Rumors / April 7

Patriots To Waive LB Marte Mapu

Marte Mapu‘s time in New England is set to come to an end. The fourth-linebacker has been informed the Patriots will be waiving him, ESPN’s Mike Reiss reports.