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Dave Portnoy backs surprise QB for late NFL MVP run ‘despite the slow start’ to the season

Dave Portnoy backs surprise QB for late NFL MVP run ‘despite the slow start’ to the season

Dave Portnoy has backed the New England Patriots’ quarterback Drake Maye for the NFL MVP award after the 24-year-old’s promising performance against the

A.J. Brown News / Athlon Sports / November 2
Patriots Bracing for WR Move After AJ Brown News

Patriots Bracing for WR Move After AJ Brown News

The New England Patriots have managed to turn their 2026 NFL season around after a difficult start to the year. After a win on Sunday against the Miami Dolphins, the Patriots are 5-3 and in second place in the AFC East.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / November 2
Is Andy Borregales' Kicking Job With Patriots in Jeopardy? Doesn't Seem Like It

Is Andy Borregales' Kicking Job With Patriots in Jeopardy? Doesn't Seem Like It

Despite the New England Patriots' 24-19 win over the Miami Dolphins, there was still plenty to clean up for the defending AFC East champs. One of those things involved a missed field goal from Andy Borregales in the second quarter.

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The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

Can you name the active running backs with at least 20 rushing touchdowns in their career?

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The '1K-rusher and 500-yard receiver' quiz
Mike Vrabel News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 2
Patriots’ Mike Vrabel sends blunt warning to Andy Borregalas amid competition speculation

Patriots’ Mike Vrabel sends blunt warning to Andy Borregalas amid competition speculation

On Sunday afternoon, the New England Patriots improved to 5-3 on the 2026 NFL season with a narrow road win over the divisional rival Miami Dolphins. This certainly wasn’t a performance to write home about for the Patriots, but the team ultimately did just enough in the fourth quarter to improve to 24-19 on the season.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

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.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 2
Patriots’ Mike Vrabel gives A.J. Brown, Hunter Henry, Mack Hollins injury updates

Patriots’ Mike Vrabel gives A.J. Brown, Hunter Henry, Mack Hollins injury updates

The New England Patriots are gearing up for a vital AFC East matchup against the Miami Dolphins while facing significant roster changes. Wide receiver A.J.

Christian Barmore News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 2
Patriots Looking For Fourth-Round Pick For DT Christian Barmore?

Patriots Looking For Fourth-Round Pick For DT Christian Barmore?

SI.com’s Albert Breer reported before the weekend that Patriots DT Christian Barmore could be had in a trade, as he’s fallen behind Milton Williams and Cory Durden in the rotation.

Hunter Henry News / New England Patriots on SI / November 2
Patriots Don't Have Immediate Update on Hunter Henry's Status

Patriots Don't Have Immediate Update on Hunter Henry's Status

The New England Patriots suffered yet another blow to the offensive side of the ball this week, seeing starting tight end Hunter Henry leave Sunday's win over the Miami Dolphins early with a foot injury.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 2
Patriots' Mike Vrabel takes shot at previous Drake Maye critics

Patriots' Mike Vrabel takes shot at previous Drake Maye critics while answering 'ridiculous' question

It seems like Vrabel kept some receipts regarding what was said and written about Maye earlier this fall.

Malik Willis has strong words for Dolphins teammate after costly penalty in Patriots game
Drake Maye's second-half surge leads Patriots to comeback win over Dophins
The 'Last 300-yard game by NFL team' quiz
Kevin Byard News / New England Patriots on SI / November 2
Kevin Byard Finally Nabs Important First Patriots Interception in Win

Kevin Byard Finally Nabs Important First Patriots Interception in Win

Last year with the Chicago Bears, Kevin Byard led the NFL with seven interceptions. Through seven games with the New England Patriots, the veteran safety hadn't grabbed one.

NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / November 2
4 Winners, 2 Losers from Patriots' Comeback Win over Dolphins

4 Winners, 2 Losers from Patriots' Comeback Win over Dolphins

While it may not have been the prettiest win in the world, the New England Patriots took down the Miami Dolphins 24-19 at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

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.

NFL News / Stadium Rant / November 2
Patriots Week 8 Recap: How New England’s Second Half Rally Stunned The Dolphins 24-19

Patriots Week 8 Recap: How New England’s Second Half Rally Stunned The Dolphins 24-19

The New England Patriots returned to the win column in Week 8 as they defeated the Miami Dolphins 24-19. The Patriots struggled with turnovers and penalties during the first half, leading to a 13-3 deficit entering halftime.

Demario Douglas News / Athlon Sports / November 1
Pop Culture: DeMario Douglas Delivers Career Day to Power Patriots Past Dolphins

Pop Culture: DeMario Douglas Delivers Career Day to Power Patriots Past Dolphins

On Sunday, the New England Patriots were down a trio of wide receivers: A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, and Mack Hollins. To make matters worse, for the offense, tight end Hunter Henry also left the game with a foot injury and did not return.

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The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz
 The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz
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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz
 The 'World Series MVPs' quiz
The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz
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New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / November 1
Second-Half Spark: Patriots Overcome Self-Inflicted Errors in South Florida

Second-Half Spark: Patriots Overcome Self-Inflicted Errors in South Florida

At the end of the first half, New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye had just taken a sack from Miami Dolphins linebacker Chop Robinson. The sack

New England Patriots News / Stadium Rant / November 2
Patriots Unleash Cory Durden’s Inner Fight Club, And Miami Pays The Price

Patriots Unleash Cory Durden’s Inner Fight Club, And Miami Pays The Price

The New England Patriots have spent much of the 2026 season showing everyone what Drake Maye can do with a football. Against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, their defense offered a reminder that the quarterback shouldn’t have to do everything.

Drake Maye News / Field Level Media / November 1
Drake Maye's second-half surge leads Patriots to comeback win over Dophins

Drake Maye's second-half surge leads Patriots to comeback win over Dophins

Drake Maye completed 16 of 20 passes for 199 yards and two touchdowns, and did most of his damage in the second half to lead the New England Patriots to a 24-19 comeback win over the host Miami Dolphins on Sunday night.

NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / November 1
The Good, Bad, and Ugly from Patriots' Week 8 Victory over Dolphins

The Good, Bad, and Ugly from Patriots' Week 8 Victory over Dolphins

The New England Patriots surged in the second half against the Miami Dolphins to improve their record to 5-3, marking their third in-division win of the season.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / November 1
Pundits Favoring New England Patriots over Miami Dolphins

Pundits Favoring New England Patriots over Miami Dolphins

National pundits are giving New England the nod in the Patriots matchup with the Miami Dolphins today. Two clearly stated published final-score forecasts favor New England against Miami, but neither describes an inevitable result.

A.J. Brown News / Yardbarker / October 31
Patriots' A.J. Brown to miss his 5th game of the season

Patriots' A.J. Brown to miss his 5th game of the season due to knee injury

Big offseason acquisition A.J. Brown is not traveling with the New England Patriots this weekend to Miami to play the Dolphins. 

AJ Brown makes concerning admission about his health
Chargers reportedly 'unwilling to wave any sort of white flag' ahead of trade deadline
The '2K yards through 2 NFL seasons' quiz
New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 31
Patriots Make Two Moves For Week 8

Patriots Make Two Moves For Week 8

The New England Patriots officially signed RB Lan Larison to their active roster on Saturday and elevated WR Ryan Miller from the practice squad. Miller, 26, signed with the Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent out of Furman following the 2023 NFL Draft.

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / October 31
Devin McCourty takes on his own youth team and loses

Devin McCourty takes on his own youth team and loses

The floodlights cut through a cool fall night as a familiar figure in a white New England Patriots jersey and silver helmet settled into a stance opposite a cluster of kids in yellow: Devin McCourty.

Matt Light News / HITC / October 31
Patriots legend admits Rob Gronkowski influenced his decision to extend Patriots career

Patriots legend admits Rob Gronkowski influenced his decision to extend Patriots career

Matt Light has revealed that Rob Gronkowski played a part in convincing him to delay retirement and spend another season with the New England Patriots.

Christian Barmore News / Pro Football Rumors / October 30
Patriots Willing To Move DT Christian Barmore?

Patriots Willing To Move DT Christian Barmore?

Certainly not in a seller’s position as the trade deadline nears, the Patriots may need to be monitored for at least one such move. Christian Barmore’s usage may be alerting teams to availability before the November 10 deadline.

A.J. Brown News / Yardbarker / October 30
Pats' Brown questionable for game at Dolphins due to knee issue

A.J. Brown questionable for Patriots' game at Dolphins due to worrisome knee issue

A familiar issue popped up on the Patriots' injury report when it was learned earlier in the week that wide receiver A.J. Brown wasn't practicing due to a knee injury. 

Brown admits he's still 'pushing through' to reclaim top form after ankle injury
The 'Most 100-receiving-yard NFL games' quiz
Christian Barmore News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 30
Patriots DT Christian Barmore Could Be Available In Trade

Patriots DT Christian Barmore Could Be Available In Trade

Per SI.com’s Albert Breer, Patriots DT Christian Barmore could be had ahead of the upcoming deadline, as he’s fallen behind Milton Williams and Cory Durden in the rotation.

A.J. Brown News / Yardbarker / October 29
A.J. Brown injury update throws Patriots' WR plans into question

A.J. Brown injury update throws Patriots' receiver plans for Dolphins game into question

The New England Patriots got more injury news on A.J. Brown on Thursday ahead of Sunday's road game against the Miami Dolphins.

Patriots' A.J. Brown admits he's still 'pushing through' to reclaim top form after ankle injury
Patriots wary of 1-win Dolphins in AFC East matchup
NFL execs make clear choice between Caleb Williams and Drake Maye
Two-minute drill: Ravens-Bills face off in huge AFC battle, divisional rematches, Colts clean house and more
The '2K yards through 2 NFL seasons' quiz

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