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The Patriots just pulled off one of the wildest turnarounds the NFL has ever seen. After limping through last season, New England flipped the script and finished 14–3 — good for a 10-win jump year over year.

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Patriots Tell All About Drake Maye's Competitive Streak

Drake Maye is looking like the New England Patriots' next dynasty quarterback, and his competitive drive isn't limited to football. Karen Guregian of MassLive recently spoke to Maye's Patriots teammates and staff to learn more about that side of him, and they didn't hold back.

Drake Maye News / Gridiron Heroics / January 7

'Unnecessary and Sad': Former NFL Star Has Strong Response to Cam Newton Hating on Drake Maye

Former NFL star Robert Griffin III pushed back sharply this week after Cam Newton again criticized New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, calling the public denigration unnecessary and harmful.

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The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

The NFL officially started recording sack totals during the 1982 season, and since then a player has totaled 18 or more sacks in a season on 31 occasions. How many of the 31 can you name in five minutes?

The '2024-25 NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz

The 'Last debut starter to win by NFL team' quiz

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Jeremiah Pharms News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 6

Patriots Signing DT Jeremiah Pharms Jr.

Mike Reiss reports the Patriots are signing DT Jeremiah Pharms Jr. to the practice squad. In correspondence, the Patriots are releasing CB Brandon Crossley from the practice squad.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

Milton Williams News / New England Patriots on SI / January 6

Patriots DT Fighting Through Injury For Playoffs

For most of the regular season, the New England Patriots' run defense was among the league's best. Then Milton Williams got hurt, and it started to slip up.

NFL News / The Spun / January 6

Bill Belichick Gives His Take On Patriots vs. Chargers Playoff Game

Bill Belichick has an unfamiliar opportunity to watch the New England Patriots play postseason football from a distance. The Patriots will play their first playoff game with a head coach other than Belichick since 1998 when they host the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday night.

Kyle Dugger News / Last Word On Sports / January 6

Report: Patriots Trade $58 Million Weapon to Steelers

The New England Patriots have traded veteran safety Kyle Dugger just one year after signing him to a four-year, $58 million contract. Dugger, a former second-round pick, spent the entirety of his career with New England up to this point.

Mike Vrabel News / Yardbarker / January 6

Vrabel addresses controversial comment about Diggs, Barmore allegations

Patriots HC Mike Vrabel addresses controversial comment about Stefon Diggs, Christian Barmore allegations

Vrabel addressed comments he made regarding the allegations against Diggs and Barmore.

The five most important players to watch in the NFL playoffs

Playoff QBs pressure ranking: Who's feeling the heat entering the 2025 playoffs?

Who's hot and who's not? Where Drake Maye, Matthew Stafford and other QBs rank heading into playoffs

NFL News / Total Apex Sports / January 5

5 Things to Watch For In New England Patriots vs. Los Angeles Chargers AFC Wild Card Game

Heading into the NFL Wild Card round this upcoming weekend, the matchup between the New England Patriots and the Los Angeles Chargers has many storylines surrounding this game.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Stefon Diggs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 5

Cardi B praises Stefon Diggs’ return to field amid alleged assault

Cardi B is sticking by Stefon Diggs. The New England Patriots star returned to the field following news that he is facing felony charges for strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery stemming from an alleged Dec.

Milton Williams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 5

Patriots’ Milton Williams injury update before playoffs comes with a smile

After winning the AFC East, the New England Patriots will now enter the playoffs as the AFC’s No. 2 seed. When they take on the Los Angeles Chargers in the Wild Card Round, the Patriots seem likely to have a key figure on the defensive line.

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The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

The 'Last 4K-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

The 'Heisman Trophy winners since 2000' quiz

The 'TE receiving leaders by NFL team' quiz

Mike Vrabel News / The Lead / January 5

Mike Vrabel Changed the Patriots’ Culture in Just One Season

When Mike Vrabel walked through the hallowed grounds of Gillette Stadium, he promised the Patriots would accomplish three things: win the division, host playoff games and compete for championships.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 5

Tom Brady reveals choice for MVP between Stafford, Maye

Tom Brady reveals choice for MVP between Rams' Matthew Stafford, Patriots' Drake Maye

Assuming sportsbooks and NFL insiders are correct, either New England Patriots second-year quarterback Drake Maye or Matthew Stafford of the Los Angeles Rams will eventually be named the Most Valuable Player for the 2025 regular season. Tom Brady knows who he would choose.

Playoff QBs pressure ranking: Who's feeling the heat entering the 2025 playoffs?

Raiders minority owner Tom Brady may have surprising Pete Carroll replacement in mind

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

Christian Gonzalez News / PatsFans.com / January 5