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New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / August 29
Final Patriots 53-Man Roster Prediction: Interesting Conversations at RB, LB, DB
The New England Patriots have to trim their roster down to 53 players this weekend, and for some positions on the team, that could lead to some interesting conversations.
NFL News / EssentiallySports / August 29
'Making the Texans Look Dumb': Mike Vrabel Bashed for Making Ousted WR Kayshon Boutte ‘Look Bad in Public’
After spending three seasons with the New England Patriots, Kayshon Boutte has been shown the exit door. Head coach Mike Vrabel played a key role in Boutte’s trade to the Houston Texans on August 24, 2026, in exchange for safety Jaylen Reed and a 2028 seventh-round draft pick.
New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 29
Patriots Waived OL Darrian Dalcourt & TE C.J. Dippre
Per Doug Kyed, the Patriots have begun their roster cuts by waiving OL Darrian Dalcourt. Soon after, Mike Reiss added that the team is also parting ways with TE C.J.
The '10-time Pro Bowlers' quiz
As of the 2025 season, 47 NFL players have made 10 or more Pro Bowls over the course of their careers. How many of the 47 can you name in five minutes?
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / August 29
Patriots Draft Picks Most at Risk of Being Roster Cuts This Weekend
The New England Patriots got plenty of contributions from their 2025 draft class from Will Campbell to Craig Woodson, to TreVeyon Henderson and Andy Borregales.
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps
The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.
Kyle Williams News / Athlon Sports / August 29
Kyle Williams Makes His Claim to the No. 3 Receiver Role with Third TD Catch of Summer
After a 10-catch rookie season, Kyle Williams’ New England Patriots training camp 2026 opened with severe doubt as to whether he would make the team. Three long TD catches from Tommy DeVito later, plus a trade of Kayshon Boutte, has Williams’ stock on the rise in Foxborough.
Robert Kraft News / EssentiallySports / August 29
NFL Agent Brands Robert Kraft’s Patriots ‘Notorious’ for Being ‘Cheap’ in Contract Talks, According to Reporter
Robert Kraft’s New England Patriots are valued at $9 billion; Forbes says they are the 4th-most valuable team in the NFL. However, when it comes to signing new contracts, they are reportedly tight-fisted.
Christian Gonzalez News / TWSN / August 28
NFC North Contender Emerging As Likely Trade Destination for Christian Gonzalez
With the ongoing Christian Gonzalez contract saga with the New England Patriots, it is going to lead to trade discussions rising as Gonzalez is looking to become the next highest-paid cornerback, but New England is reluctant to pay that.
Mike Vrabel News / Athlon Sports / August 28
Preseason Defensive Disaster Means Overtime for Mike Vrabel and his Staff This Weekend
The bottom half of the New England Patriots roster has ruined Mike Vrabel’s weekend. His staff’s too. For the second straight week of the preseason, Vrabel watched the bottom half of the 90 guys in camp get stomped by the opposition.
New England Patriots News / EssentiallySports / August 28
Mike Vrabel Reveals Patriots’ Plans for Kayshon Boutte After Trading Him to the Texans
The New England Patriots spent this offseason retooling their receiver room with an eye on finally getting back to the top of the AFC, and Kayshon Boutte’s departure was a byproduct of that buildup rather than the cause.
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026
Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.
New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 28
Patriots’ most agonizing roster decision looming on 2026 cutdown day
The New England Patriots didn’t know it at this time last year, but they were in an advantageous position as the 2025 season got underway. They had finished last in the AFC East in 2024 and the team’s modest goals included approaching the .500 mark.
New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / August 28
Patriots Have Not Submitted Market-Topping Christian Gonzalez Offer?
Both before and after Devon Witherspoon inked his Seahawks extension, Patriots owner Robert Kraft indicated Christian Gonzalez has received offers to make him the league’s highest-paid cornerback.
Kayshon Boutte News / Stadium Rant / August 28
Kayshon Boutte Trade Breakdown: Who Won The Patriots-Texans Deal?
The Kayshon Boutte trade, first reported by Tom Pelissero, is a trade that makes sense for both sides. Boutte was traded to the Houston Texans from the New England Patriots in exchange for safety Jaylen Reed and a 2028 7th-round pick.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 28
Insider gives Steelers fans hopeful news regarding Joey Porter Jr. contract situation
During the latest edition of the "Kaboly + Mack" program, which followed Pittsburgh's 28-27 loss to Buffalo, Steelers insider Mark Kaboly of "The Pat McAfee Show" shared an update regarding Porter's situation.
Kayshon Boutte News / Athlon Sports / August 28
Kayshon Boutte Deal Leaves Void in Patriots Wide Receiver Room, but Just How Big?
Will the New England Patriots miss Kayshon Boutte? If you ask Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans? Plenty. “Adding Kayshon is a big get for us. We tried to go out and find a guy the caliber of Kayshon,” said the Texans coach on Wednesday.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 28
Patriots' Mike Vrabel opens up about Christian Gonzalez frustrations, Kayshon Boutte trade
The biggest stories regarding the New England Patriots this week had nothing to do with their preseason finale against the Cleveland Browns, a game New England lost 37-13, on Thursday night. Cornerback Christian Gonzalez and the Patriots have been involved in a lengthy contract standoff that seemingly won't be ending anytime soon.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 28
Dillon Gabriel should be Browns backup after great game makes mockery of team's QB competition
There is an interesting dynamic with the Cleveland Browns' quarterback situation, and it really started to show itself on Thursday night in their preseason finale against the New England Patriots.
New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 27
Schefter: Patriots Don’t Appear Willing To Make Christian Gonzalez Highest-Paid CB
Last month, Patriots owner Robert Kraft said the team offered CB Christian Gonzalez an extension that would make him the league’s highest-paid at the position.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 27
Adam Schefter shares update on Patriots, Christian Gonzalez contract standoff
Gonzalez's contract situation continues to hover over the Patriots.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 27
Patriots insider shares Drake Maye, A.J. Brown warning for rest of NFL
The New England Patriots gave quarterback Drake Maye a new favorite target when they acquired wide receiver A.J. Brown.
New England Patriots News / Viral Sports News / August 27
Former Patriots Wide Receiver Has Reportedly Died
Aaron Marsh, who spent two seasons catching passes for the Boston Patriots in the final years of the American Football League, died Aug. 7 in Shelbyville, Tennessee.
Christian Gonzalez News / Yardbarker / August 26
Insider speculates on holdup between Christian Gonzalez, Patriots
The New England Patriots and Christian Gonzalez still aren't on the same page about his new contract.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 25
Reporter suggests three players Patriots could add amid depth concerns
Could the Patriots make a defensive addition before the season gets underway?
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 24
Patriots avoid injury with A.J. Brown, but not with TreVeyon Henderson
With the preseason finale just a couple of days away, the New England Patriots want to keep everyone out of harm's way. Mike Vrabel's team finally got star CB Christian Gonzalez back on the field after a two-week absence, but it wasn't all positive in Foxborough.
Kayshon Boutte News / Yardbarker / August 24
Patriots have seemingly made Kayshon Boutte trade decision
New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte remained the subject of trade rumors ahead of the club's preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 20
Drake Maye's Patriots teammate emerges as favorite to be traded
Quarterback Drake Maye and the New England Patriots are hoping to make it back to the big game.
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