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Ernie Adams Shares Philosophy on Patriots' First Round Pick

Ernie Adams was once the most trusted confidant of former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, serving his Football Research Director - a role ostensibly created specifically for Adams - for 20 years, helping the team win six Super Bowls over the course of their two-decade long mega-dynasty.

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Patriots Host Potential Backup QB On Pre-Draft Visit

The New England Patriots are in the market for a third quarterback, and they're continuing to sniff around for a potential addition in the NFL Draft. According to On SI's Justin Melo, the Patriots were one of four teams to host Texas Tech quarterback Behren Morton on a "Top 30" visit this offseason.

Mike Vrabel News / Ball Exclusives / April 12

Patriots HC Mike Vrabel set to skip pre-draft press conference

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel will not be attending Monday’s pre-draft press conference, according to ESPN’s Mike Reiss. Reiss wrote Sunday that V.P.

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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

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 12

Five Under-The-Radar OL Draft Prospects For Patriots

The New England Patriots' starting offensive line is set in stone right now. Will Campbell and Morgan Moses will be the tackles, Jared Wilson will kick in from guard to center, and Mike Onwenu/Alijah Vera-Tucker will be the two guards.

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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 / Yardbarker / April 12

Patriots may draft a true A.J. Brown alternative

Are the Patriots eyeing a Brown alternative in the draft?

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

Reporter shares if NFL could discipline Patriots HC Mike Vrabel over viral hotel photos with Dianna Russini

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

The 'Rookie receiving-leaders by NFL team' quiz

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The '2025 leading receiver by NFL team' quiz

How many of the NFL players to lead their team in receiving yards in the 2025-26 NFL season can you name in five minutes?

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 12

Julian Edelman Gives Expectations On Young Patriots Star

Even though he never played with Drake Maye, former New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman is a fan of the young quarterback. And while Edelman played with his fair share of MVP quarterbacks with Tom Brady and Cam Newton during his playing career, he's excited to see what this potential MVP candidate can do.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / April 12

Bill Belichick’s Former Aide Points to Key Issue for Patriots Ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

The New England Patriots are in a very different spot heading into the 2026 draft than they were a year ago. After making a surprise run to the Super Bowl behind rookie quarterback Drake Maye, New England is no longer picking near the top of the board.

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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 12

Reporter shares if NFL could discipline Mike Vrabel over hotel photos

Reporter shares if NFL could discipline Patriots HC Mike Vrabel over viral hotel photos with Dianna Russini

As the never-ending saga stemming from viral photos capturing New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel and The Athletic's Dianna Russini embracing at a resort in Sedona, Arizona, ahead of this year's annual league meeting rolls on, Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio recently considered the possible fallout.

Report: Dianna Russini 'sidelined' amid investigation by New York Times

Russini under ‘probe’ after photos with Vrabel surface

Vrabel, Russini speak out on hotel photos

Boomer Esiason comments on viral Vrabel, Russini hotel photos

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

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The 'Masters runners-up since 2000' quiz

The 'NBA top-seed top-scorers' quiz

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

The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 11

Three Roster Bubble Patriots Who Need Good Training Camps

The New England Patriots have high expectations heading into 2026. Coming off their first AFC title since 2018, the Patriots will come into training camp this summer expecting similar results.