New England Patriots: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

The Patriots already have an A.J. Brown problem on their hands just days after he joined the team and it’s something to worry about

A.J. Brown has been known to stir things up both on and off the football field. His latest admission should be a cause of concern for the Patriots. The New England Patriots already have an A.J.

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 5

Jason Kelce breaks silence about Eagles trading A.J. Brown to Patriots

During the latest edition of the "New Heights" podcast, Kelce addressed his former team trading Brown to the New England Patriots earlier this week.

Why DeVonta Smith rejects idea of being Eagles' A.J. Brown replacement

Theories emerge for why Patriots were quick to trade with Eagles for A.J. Brown

Patriots' Eliot Wolf makes big admission about A.J. Brown concern after trade with Eagles

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Stefon Diggs News / Larry Brown Sports / June 4

Notable update emerges on Stefon Diggs’ future

AJ Brown’s arrival in New England might not necessarily prevent them from bringing back Stefon Diggs. The veteran wide receiver Diggs could end up back on the Patriots before long, New England sports personality Paul Fitzgerald reported on Thursday.

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NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / June 4

Patriots’ Josh McDaniels Has Historically High Hopes for A.J. Brown

New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels is certainly well-versed in the art of coaching prolific pass-catchers. For much of the team’s

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 4

Patriots Cheerleaders Have 'Invincible' Mindset Heading Into 2026

New England Patriots Cheerleaders manager Driss Dallahi had a quick and easy word come to mind when he was asked about the mindset of this year's team -- "invincible." The makeup of this year's squad is unique, in that eight rookies are part of the group, an unusually high number.

New England Patriots News / NFL Analysis Network / June 4

A.J. Brown’s first Patriots practice was a quiet four-snap acclimation day, and that was the plan

A.J. Brown’s first practice as a Patriot was deliberately low-key. He passed his physical, worked through positional drills, played a handful of team snaps and caught his first pass from Drake Maye, giving New England its first live checkpoint before mandatory minicamp.

Mike Vrabel News / Total Pro Sports / June 4

Mike Vrabel Left 'Devastated' As New England Patriots Lose $15-Million Superstar Player To 'Awful' Season-Ending Injury At OTAs

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel suffered a big loss ahead of the 2026 NFL season. The Patriots just acquired star wide receiver AJ Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday.

Christian Gonzalez News / NFL Analysis Network / June 4

Christian Gonzalez is skipping Patriots OTAs for the first time in his career, with a looming extension the holdup

Christian Gonzalez’s absence from New England’s voluntary OTAs is a contract story before it is a football one: the first time he has skipped the voluntary program in his career, with a top-of-market extension the clear sticking point.

Stefon Diggs News / Yardbarker / June 4

Could Stefon Diggs still end up with Patriots?

The New England Patriots addressed one of their primary needs this offseason. They signed former Packers WR Romeo Doubs and completed a blockbuster trade for Eagles star A.J. Brown. Could Diggs still return to the team?

Patriots' Mike Vrabel addresses Christian Gonzalez's potential holdout

Patriots' A.J. Brown opens up about reunion with Mike Vrabel

Report: Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte interested in trade

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NFL News / Yardbarker / June 4

Theories emerge for why Patriots were quick to trade with Eagles for A.J. Brown

The Patriots acquired Brown quickly once the salary cap consequences for the Eagles became manageable.

Why A.J. Brown and Mike Vrabel's relationship will play a key role in Patriots' success

Patriots' A.J. Brown opens up about reunion with Mike Vrabel

Why Jordan Mailata is glad Eagles finally traded A.J. Brown to Patriots

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

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Julian Hill News / New England Patriots on SI / June 4

Patriots' Need For Backup TE Just Skyrocketed After 'Devastating' Injury

The New England Patriots went out and signed tight end Julian Hill to a three-year deal worth $15 million in free agency. They're going to have to wait to see those returns on the field, as Hill went down an injury in practice that ended his season before it began.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 4

Patriots 2026 WR Preview: It All Comes Down To A.J. Brown

The hype around Stefon Diggs last year at this time was all fun and games. But a Chrysler 300 looks like a Phantom until a Phantom shows up. The A.J. Brown trade has completely changed the outlook of this offense, one that now can be put among some of the NFL's best units.

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New England Patriots News / Stadium Rant / June 3

Should The Patriots Trade Kayshon Boutte After Acquiring AJ Brown And What Should They Get Back?

Kayshon Boutte might be on the move after the worst-kept secret in the NFL, AJ Brown, was finally traded to the New England Patriots on June 1st. New England has a true number one wide receiver for the first time since Randy Moss, but they now have a logjam at the position.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 3

How OTAs Changed the Patriots' Guard Depth Chart, And Whose Stock Is Rising

The New England Patriots have a good sense of what their offensive line will look like this season. After signing Alijah Vera-Tucker in free agency, and kicking Jared Wilson from guard to center, the team's starting five up front seem set in stone at this point.

Kayshon Boutte News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 3