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Former Drake Maye Coach Knows Why Patriots QB Will Bounce Back

If you don't think New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye will be able to rebound from the team's gutting Super Bowl loss to the Seattle Seahawks, just take a look at Maye's sophomore season at Myers Park High School in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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Patriots Legend Named Interim HC At Local HS

A familiar face for the New England Patriots will be picking up the headset again, this time for his high school alma mater. Phillips Academy (Andover) will be having Ernie Adams — who spent a two-decade run as the Patriots' director of football research from 2000 to 2021 — take over as the interim head coach of the football program.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / February 18

Patriots Named Best Fit For Versatile DB, TE in Free Agency

The New England Patriots have a shot to bolster their roster when free agency opens up next month, and ESPN named two potential fits for the defending AFC champions in 2026.

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How many of the NFL receiving leaders during the Super Bowl era can you name in six minutes?

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New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / February 18

Patriots Re-Sign Young CB To Futures Contract

After eight New England Patriots players saw their practice squad contracts expire on Feb. 17, the team decided to sign an external free agent for the 2026 season -- and it's a familiar name.

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Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?

As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.

New England Patriots News / Music Times / February 18

Cardi B Axes $1.2M Party and Cuts Off Stefon Diggs as He Sends Lavish Gifts in Desperate Bid: Report

Cardi B has reportedly cut off contact with Stefon Diggs following their rumored split, even as the NFL player attempts to win her back with expensive gifts.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 18

Patriots’ No. 1 offseason goal after losing Super Bowl LX identified by Sam Acho

After a strong season under new head coach Mike Vrabel, the New England Patriots’ 2025 run ended with a 29-13 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl 60.

NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / February 17

Patriots Hiring New Member of Coaching Staff

The New England Patriots continue making additions to the staff under head coach Mike Vrabel, less than two weeks after the Super Bowl defeat. Pete Thamel of ESPN reported that the Patriots are hiring BJ Edmonds and adding him to their staff for the 2026 campaign.

New England Patriots News / Field Level Media / February 17

Reports: Patriots elevate Zak Kuhr to defensive coordinator

The New England Patriots are promoting Zak Kuhr from inside linebackers coach to defensive coordinator, ESPN and NFL Network reported Tuesday. The move

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / February 18

Patriots make final decision on defensive coordinator

The New England Patriots are less than two weeks removed from a 29-12 Super Bowl LX loss to the Seattle Seahawks at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif.

New England Patriots News / Total Apex Sports / February 17

Zak Kuhr Promoted to Patriots Defensive Coordinator Following Interim Success

The New England Patriots have officially named Zak Kuhr as their full-time defensive coordinator, solidifying a role he held on an interim basis during the team’s run to Super Bowl LX.

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The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 17

Patriots officially make Zak Kuhr full-time DC after breakout season

After stepping in and calling plays for the defense throughout the 2025-26 season, it appears the New England Patriots are rewarding Zak Kuhr with a big promotion.

New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / February 17

Patriots Promote Zak Kuhr To Defensive Coordinator

Zak Kuhr is indeed taking over as the Patriots defensive coordinator. After serving as the defensive play-caller and interim defensive coordinator in 2025, the inside linebackers coach is earning a promotion to DC, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.

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New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / February 17

Source: Patriots Officially Hire Zak Kuhr As Defensive Coordinator

After calling defensive plays for all but one game last season, New England Patriots inside linebackers coach Zak Kuhr has officially been hired as the team’s defensive coordinator, a source confirms to Patriots on SI.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / February 17

Patriots 5 Biggest Positions of Need Entering the Offseason

While the 2026 NFL year does not officially begin until 4:00 p.m. ET on March 11, several NFL teams have already begun to make adjustments to their roster — including the New England Patriots.

Brandon Crossley News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 17

Patriots Sign CB Brandon Crossley

The New England Patriots announced they have signed CB Brandon Crossley to a reserve/futures contract. Crossley, 25, signed with the Patriots as an undrafted free agent out of SMU following the 2025 NFL Draft.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 17

Patriots’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup post-Super Bowl as draft season ramps up

The Patriots’ loss in Super Bowl LX not only stung but also clarified their offseason agenda. With Drake Maye appearing to be the franchise quarterback,

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / February 17

Contracts Expire For Eight Patriots, Including Veteran RB

The New England Patriots' offseason rolls on, including saying goodbye to some of the players on last season's AFC championship team that won't be returning in 2026.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / February 17

Latest Mock Draft Has Patriots Protecting Drake Maye

Now is the time for mock drafts in the NFL world, and for the New England Patriots, there's plenty of avenues to go with their first round pick. Do they want to bolster their pass rush, or will they prefer to add someone on the offensive side of the ball to either protect Drake Maye or catch passes from him?

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / February 16

Cardi B seemingly confirms her split with Stefon Diggs

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New England Patriots on the hunt for a new defensive coordinator

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New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / February 12

New England Patriots on the hunt for a new defensive coordinator

The New England Patriots will be looking to fill their now vacant defensive coordinator position this offseason. It's not because somebody has been fired after New England's run to Super Bowl LX.

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