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Patriots Have Productive History Drafting At 31st Overall

The New England Patriots will officially be on the clock when the 31st overall pick rolls around at the 2026 NFL Draft. While the Patriots have become accustomed to drafting late in the first round over the few decades, they've also become accustomed of drafting from that specific draft slot as well.

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Dianna Russini under ‘probe’ after photos with Mike Vrabel surface

Dianna Russini’s employer is reportedly looking deeper into her controversial weekend getaway with New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. The seasoned reporter was spotted getting pretty cozy with Vrabel at a boutique hotel in Arizona.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / April 10

Dianna Russini 'sidelined' amid investigation into Mike Vrabel photos

Report: Dianna Russini 'sidelined' amid investigation by New York Times regarding Mike Vrabel hotel photos

The controversy surrounding Athletic NFL insider Dianna Russini and New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel is not going away quietly.

Vrabel, Russini speak out in wake of viral hotel photos

Boomer Esiason comments on viral Vrabel, Russini hotel photos

Person who took photos of Vrabel, Russini wanted 'four figures'

Joe Buck addresses his future at ESPN

Department of Justice launches antitrust probe into NFL

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 10

Patriots Should Kick Tires On Potential CB Trade

A former New England Patriots UDFA could be hitting the trade block soon. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Indianapolis Colts and cornerback Kenny Moore II have mutually agreed to seek a trade for this season.

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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?

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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.

NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, pass-rusher debate, more

Steelers eyeing small-school standout who could be a hidden gem

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

Concerns surrounding Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys' favor

Jeremiyah Love hypes fellow Notre Dame RB Jadarian Price ahead of draft

New England Patriots News / The Spun / April 10

Adam Schefter Was Asked About Dianna Russini, Mike Vrabel Situation

ESPN's Adam Schefter has broken countless NFL-related stories during his career. There's one in particular though that he hasn't really shown interest in covering.

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / April 10

Person who took photos of Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini wanted 'four figures'

The photos of Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini that were published this week were pretty surprising. More and more details surrounding the matter are emerging.

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

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

Dianna Russini issues response to photos of her with Mike Vrabel

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

Mike Vrabel News / Athlon Sports / April 10

Patriots Add Giants' Fired DC to Staff to Reunite With Mike Vrabel

The New England Patriots came closer to a championship in 2025 than anyone predicted. After finishing the prior two seasons 4-13, the team tied a league record with a 10-win turnaround under first-year head coach Mike Vrabel, while quarterback Drake Maye finished second in MVP voting.

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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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 10

Patriots rumors: Why insider is predicting aggressive NFL Draft trade activity after Super Bowl run

The New England Patriots have already been working, and there are rumors that more will come. So it shouldn’t be surprising that an insider is predicting aggressive NFL Draft trade activity for the Patriots after the Super Bowl run.

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New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / April 10

Patriots To Add Shane Bowen To Staff

Months after being fired as the Giants’ defensive coordinator, Shane Bowen has lined up a new gig. He will once again work with Mike Vrabel. The former Titans DC is reuniting with Vrabel in New England, KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson reports.

New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 10

Patriots Hire Former Giants DC Shane Bowen

According to Aaron Wilson, the Patriots have hired former Giants DC Shane Bowen to a role on their coaching staff. Ian Rapoport reports that New England

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / April 10

Patriots Predicted to Land Drake Maye New 1,000-Yard WR

Following the 2025 NFL season, the New England Patriots opted to revamp their wide receiver room. It began with releasing Stefon Diggs with two more seasons left on a three-year, $63.5 million contract.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 10

Patriots Legend's Son Hopes Father Receives Hall of Fame Induction

Before the turn of the century, the New England Patriots were a grab bag each season. Maybe they'd win the conference and play in the Super Bowl. Maybe they'd win one singular game.

New England Patriots News / Gridiron Heroics / April 9

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.

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.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / April 10

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

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.