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NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 19
Would Patriots Defense Ever Consider a Wildly Aggressive Approach Against Steelers?
Since taking over in 2025, New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel has made a point to distance himself from the legacy that was Bill Belichick. This weekend, we could only hope or Vrabel to open his mind a little bit and channel his inner Bill.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / September 19
Predicting How Patriots Perform Against Steelers in Week 2: Who Steps Up at WR?
The New England Patriots have a perfect opportunity to right the ship. Coming off their Week 1 loss in Seattle, the Patriots have returned home to do battle against the 1-0 Pittsburgh Steelers.
Christian Gonzalez News / New England Patriots on SI / September 19
Christian Gonzalez Continues Long-Standing Patriots Tradition of Elite CB Play
New England Patriots fans have been spoiled. The greatest dynasty in NFL history. Six Super Bowl rings. 20 years of Tom Brady at quarterback, then stumbling upon Drake Maye soon after Brady's departure.
The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rush for at least 150 yards in a game can you name in five minutes?
New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 19
Patriots Week 2 injury report vs. Steelers: What it means for fantasy football
Star player TreVeyon Henderson provided the New England Patriots with a significant boost this week by returning from the ankle injury that sidelined him for the season opener, as he has declared that he is “ready to go” ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 19
Patriots Rookie Report: What Can We Expect from the New Guys on Sunday Afternoon Against Pittsburgh?
In the perfect world, they would be watching from the sidelines, contributing in the kicking game and gathering information as they grow. The National Football League is not the proverbial “perfect world” and the New England Patriots need their rookies to grow up fast.
Stephon Gilmore News / New England Patriots on SI / September 19
Ethan Hurwitz: Stephon Gilmore Deserves Patriots HOF Induction Once Eligible
Enough has been made about the New England Patriots Hall of Fame voting process, a lot of it coming from yours truly (that won't stop until Adam Vinatieri, Logan Mankins and Wes Welker finally get in, but alas).
New England Patriots News / EssentiallySports / September 19
'Engagement Rules Are Different': Female FOX Reporter Details Impact of Dianna Russini-Mike Vrabel Controversy
FOX Sports’ Jen Hale just brought out the dark side of the Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini controversy. It has created a hurdle for women in sports media, who have had to work hard to make their name in a male-dominated space.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Steelers announce Joey Porter Jr.'s status for Week 2 game vs. Patriots
The Pittsburgh Steelers soap opera with Joey Porter Jr. reached its next act on Friday afternoon when the team officially ruled the cornerback out for their Week 2 game against the New England Patriots on Sunday.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 18
With No Joey Porter for Steelers on Sunday, Door is Wide Open for Patriots Receivers
The door is now open for the New England Patriots passing game. But on Sunday afternoon against the Pittsburgh Steelers, the question remains will the Patriots wide receivers be the same?
New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / September 18
New England Patriots' Quarterback Faces a Test That Could Linger
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye will face a familiar problem Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers: a defense built to take away explosive throws and force him to accept the shorter answer.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Romeo Doubs News / Athlon Sports / September 18
Rob Gronkowski Makes Feelings Clear on Patriots' Romeo Doubs Decision
Rob Gronkowski spent nine seasons with the New England Patriots, building quite a strong resume there. The tight end won three Super Bowls alongside quarterback Tom Brady while making No.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
Vikings reportedly 'pushed hard' to get Drake Maye in 2024 NFL Draft
According to ESPN insider Kevin Seifert, the Vikings aggressively pushed to move up to No. 3 and get Maye, as they didn't think J.J. McCarthy was ready at the time.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 17
Robert Spillane warns Patriots about Steelers' Aaron Rodgers after Week 1
It doesn't sound like Spillane and the Patriots will be taking Rodgers and the Steelers lightly in Week 2.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 17
Three playoff contenders in danger of starting 0-2
While an 0-2 start might not be the end of the world, history has not been kind to such teams when it comes to making the playoffs. Three expected playoff teams find themselves in danger of such a start this week.
Mack Hollins News / Pro Football Rumors / September 17
Pats Considered Releasing Mack Hollins?
Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins agreed to amend his contract before the team assembled its initial 53-man roster in late August, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald reports.
New England Patriots News / EssentiallySports / September 16
'I Wasn’t Consulted at All': Rob Gronkowski Makes Feelings Clear After Patriots Give Away His No. 87
Rob Gronkowski has a special chapter in New England history. Perhaps one of the best tight ends in the modern NFL, he helped Tom Brady become the GOAT he is today.
New England Patriots News / Total Pro Sports / September 16
Mike Vrabel Was Asked About Struggling Patriots WR Romeo Doubs, And He Wasn’t Having It
Mike Vrabel did not want that question. A reporter asked him Wednesday to talk about Romeo Doubs’ personality, and the Patriots coach made the room feel it.
Kay Adams News / The Spun / September 16
Kay Adams Is Not Happy With The Patriots Giving Out No. 87
The New England Patriots decided to give their newly-acquired wide receiver Romeo Doubs the same jersey number that he wore with the Packers – the No. 87.
Sam Darnold News / Yardbarker / September 16
Seahawks remain optimistic about Sam Darnold despite latest news
Although Darnold went down early in the Seattle Seahawks' season-opening game, his team still seems to be holding out hope for a quick return, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 16
Patriots linked to desperate move in A.J. Brown's absence
The New England Patriots lost their biggest offseason addition in the season opener. Should they make this move in response?
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 18
NFL Week 1 panic meter: Packers, Cowboys in real trouble?
It's easy to overreact to the poor performances we saw in NFL Week 1, but not every red flag is a serious cause for concern moving forward. Let's break down some of those disappointing performances and rank them on the panic meter.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / September 16
Drake Maye addresses moving on from mistakes against Seahawks, loss of A.J. Brown
Maye discussed a disappointing season opener as well as losing his top weapon.
New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 14
Patriots Made Four PS Moves, Cut RB Hassan Haskins
The New England Patriots announced they have signed WR Chandler Brayboy and OLB Xavier Holmes to the practice squad. To make room, they released RB Hassan
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14
Patriots' Mike Vrabel expands on Drake Maye's mental mistakes after loss to Seahawks
Maye tossed three costly interceptions in the fourth quarter of what became a 13-10 season-opening loss at the Seattle Seahawks on Sept. 9.
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