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Patriots’ AJ Brown trade cements them as favorites to repeat as AFC Champions

Patriots’ AJ Brown trade cements them as favorites to repeat as AFC Champions

The moment the New England Patriots acquired AJ Brown, the conversation changed from who can challenge the defending AFC champions to who can actually stop them.

A.J. Brown News / Yardbarker / June 1
A.J. Brown sends strong message after Eagles trade with Patriots

A.J. Brown sends strong message after Eagles trade with Patriots

After an incessant amount of talk inside the NFL about the Philadelphia Eagles trading wide receiver A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots, a deal is finally here.

Eagles finally move on from A.J. Brown in trade with Patriots
A.J. Brown trade to Patriots leaves Chiefs with one tough decision to make
A.J. Brown should give Patriots ideal replacement for Stefon Diggs
The 'Most 100-yard, 1-TD games' quiz
New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 1
It’s time to buy Drake Maye MVP stock after Patriots’ blockbuster A.J. Brown trade

It’s time to buy Drake Maye MVP stock after Patriots’ blockbuster A.J. Brown trade

The New England Patriots have had more than their share of distractions in the offseason. Head coach Mike Vrabel has been involved in an embarrassing situation that has seen his personal relationship with a well-known NFL journalist hit the news cycle and serve as fodder for the sports radio talk shows.

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The 'NFL passing-TD champions' quiz

The 'NFL passing-TD champions' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to lead the league in passing touchdowns for each season since the AFL/NFL merger in 1970 can you name in seven minutes?

The 'NFL's 4,500-yard passers' quiz
The 'NFL MVPs' quiz
The 'NFL TD-catch leaders by season' quiz
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / June 1
Mike Vrabel, Drake Maye get glowing review amid Dianna Russini situation

Mike Vrabel, Drake Maye get glowing review amid Dianna Russini situation

The New England Patriots made it all the way to the Super Bowl during the 2025-26 NFL season, so Mike Vrabel is obviously doing a lot of things right with this franchise.

Patriots' Mike Vrabel shares if he expects to miss more work amid Dianna Russini controversy
Major NFL insider finally addresses 'really sad' Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini situation
Eagles finally move on from A.J. Brown in trade with Patriots
A.J. Brown trade to Patriots leaves Chiefs with one tough decision to make
The 'Super Bowl-losing QBs' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker
The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

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.

Julian Hill News / Pro Football Rumors / June 1
Patriots Place TE Julian Hill On IR

Patriots Place TE Julian Hill On IR

Just as the Patriots added wide receiver A.J. Brown in a trade with the Eagles on Monday, they lost tight end Julian Hill for the 2026 season. The Pats have placed Hill on injured reserve, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald relays.

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 1
A.J. Brown trade to Patriots leaves Chiefs with one tough decision to make

A.J. Brown trade to Patriots leaves Chiefs with one tough decision to make

Now that the saga is finally over and A.J. Brown has officially been traded, the rest of the dominoes might finally fall.

Why Giants signing ex-Chiefs star JuJu Smith-Schuster is good news for John Harbaugh
Chiefs could bring back Tyreek Hill under one condition
Chiefs facing 'nightmare scenario' with Rashee Rice
The 'Most 100-yard, 1-TD games' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker
The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

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.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft
Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs
Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft
2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades
25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season
NFL News / Yardbarker / June 1
A.J. Brown should give Patriots ideal replacement for Stefon Diggs

A.J. Brown should give Patriots ideal replacement for Stefon Diggs

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is lucky. He lost a No. 1 wide receiver earlier this offseason, but now his team has gifted him a new one. 

Eagles finally move on from A.J. Brown in trade with Patriots
Giants make Odell Beckham Jr. decision after signing a different WR
Adam Schefter shares alarming Malik Nabers injury update
Why Giants signing ex-Chiefs star JuJu Smith-Schuster is good news for John Harbaugh
The 'NFL playoff receptions leaders' quiz
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The 'Last 10 3-pointer NBA game by team' quiz
 The 'Last 10 3-pointer NBA game by team' quiz
The 'Men's French Open champions' quiz
 The 'Men's French Open champions' quiz
The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz
 The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz
The 'NBA Coaches of the Year' quiz
 The 'NBA Coaches of the Year' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / June 1
Eagles finally move on from A.J. Brown in trade with Patriots

Eagles finally move on from A.J. Brown in trade with Patriots

For months, the worst-kept secret in NFL circles was that the New England Patriots would likely acquire Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown at some point after the end of May. 

Brown sends strong message after Eagles trade with Patriots
Brown should give Patriots ideal replacement for Stefon Diggs
Brown trade to Patriots leaves Chiefs with one tough decision to make
Brown’s jersey number for the Patriots has been revealed
Cowboys still aren't in the clear with George Pickens
A.J. Brown News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 1
Eagles finalizing deal to send A.J. Brown to Patriots

Eagles finalizing deal to send A.J. Brown to Patriots

Jordan Schultz reports that the Patriots and Eagles have discussed a deal sending WR A.J. Brown to New England for a 2028 first-round pick.

Why Eagles reportedly made this A.J. Brown deal with Patriots
The 'Most 100-yard, 1-TD games' quiz
A.J. Brown News / Yardbarker / June 1
Why Eagles reportedly made this A.J. Brown deal with Patriots

Why Eagles reportedly made this A.J. Brown deal with Patriots

The Eagles are widely expected to send Brown to the Patriots via a trade that can become official as soon as Tuesday.

Eagles' latest move might push A.J. Brown closer to the door
Patriots fans get positive update on A.J. Brown trade
NFL executives, scout discuss main aspect of Patriots' A.J. Brown decision
The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz
New England Patriots News / HITC / June 1
Fired journalist raises fresh questions about Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini with new revelation tease

Fired journalist raises fresh questions about Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini with new revelation tease

Crissy Froyd’s return to the Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini story has pushed an uncomfortable NFL media controversy back into public view. The former USA Today Sports reporter was fired in April after publicly criticizing Russini following the wave of photos involving the NFL insider and the Patriots head coach.

Mike Vrabel News / HITC / June 1
Mike Vrabel’s nightmare avoided as Patriots star survives frightening Matt Rife collision

Mike Vrabel’s nightmare avoided as Patriots star survives frightening Matt Rife collision

Mike Vrabel avoided the kind of offseason nightmare no Patriots coach wants, because Rhamondre Stevenson’s scary Matt Rife collision could have been much worse.

New England Patriots News / Total Pro Sports / June 1
Comedian Matt Rife Almost Caused Patriots Superstar RB To Suffer Season-Ending Knee Injury During Scary Moment At Charity Softball Game

Comedian Matt Rife Almost Caused Patriots Superstar RB To Suffer Season-Ending Knee Injury During Scary Moment At Charity Softball Game

The New England Patriots continue to prepare for the 2026 NFL season, where they will try to improve their 2025 campaign and win the Super Bowl. After a busy and tumultuous offseason, the AFC East team enters the new campaign with renewed expectations.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 1
Patriots’ Christian Gonzalez bashes 4 HRs at Drake Maye’s softball game amid contract holdout

Patriots’ Christian Gonzalez bashes 4 HRs at Drake Maye’s softball game amid contract holdout

New England Patriots star defensive back Christian Gonzalez is currently staging a contract holdout, as he skips the voluntary Organized Team Activities (OTAs) for the first time in his career.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 1
Patriots honor late Raymond Berry, the coach who took them to first Super Bowl

Patriots honor late Raymond Berry, the coach who took them to first Super Bowl

The New England Patriots are mourning the loss of legendary former head coach and Pro Football Hall of Fame receiver Raymond Berry, who passed away at the age of 93 on May 25, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Rhamondre Stevenson News / Larry Brown Sports / June 1
Watch: Rhamondre Stevenson avoids a serious injury after a charity game collision

Watch: Rhamondre Stevenson avoids a serious injury after a charity game collision

The New England Patriots have been grabbing headlines for the wrong reasons in the offseason, and they nearly had another on Sunday, involving Rhamondre Stevenson.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 1
Rising Patriots rookie turning heads in 2026 OTAs

Rising Patriots rookie turning heads in 2026 OTAs

The New England Patriots head into the 2026 offseason with plenty of attention on building their roster coming off a Super Bowl run. OTAs have given fans

New England Patriots News / Viral Sports News / June 1
Former New England Patriots Head Coach Has Reported Died

Former New England Patriots Head Coach Has Reported Died

Raymond Berry, a legendary figure in NFL history, passed away last month at the age of 93, according to an announcement from the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

New England Patriots News / NFL Analysis Network / June 1
Mike Onwenu’s restructure frees up $7.5 million for the Patriots and sets up an easier exit in 2027

Mike Onwenu’s restructure frees up $7.5 million for the Patriots and sets up an easier exit in 2027

Mike Onwenu’s reworked contract gives New England a cleaner 2026 cap picture, and the structure of the deal lines up with two of the biggest moves the team still has on its plate this offseason.

Mike Vrabel News / Football Analysis / June 1
Patriots’ Coach Vrabel Returns From Counseling With 3-Word Family Update

Patriots’ Coach Vrabel Returns From Counseling With 3-Word Family Update

The podium microphone was live, the cameras locked in, and the New England Patriots’ head coach stood there looking like a man who’d spent the last month learning how to breathe again.

Christian Gonzalez News / New England Patriots on SI / June 1
Patriots Teammate Supports Christian Gonzalez Amid Contract Dispute

Patriots Teammate Supports Christian Gonzalez Amid Contract Dispute

Christian Gonzalez was in attendance for the New England Patriots' voluntary offseason workouts earlier this offseason. He hasn't been a participant for the team's OTA practices though.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / May 31
Patriots 2026 FB Preview: Free Agent Signing Leads The Way

Patriots 2026 FB Preview: Free Agent Signing Leads The Way

You can't have a New England Patriots offense under offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels without a productive fullback. Heath Evans, James Develin, Jakob Johnson.

Christian Gonzalez News / Pro Football Rumors / May 31
Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez Absent From OTAs; Extension Before Week 1 Likely?

Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez Absent From OTAs; Extension Before Week 1 Likely?

Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez has not been present for the team’s recent voluntary work, including the Wednesday OTA session that was open to the media, as ESPN’s Mike Reiss relays.

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / May 30
Jerod Mayo has a new job outside of football

Jerod Mayo has a new job outside of football

Former New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo has a new job, and it has virtually nothing to do with football. Mayo has resurfaced as a member of private equity firm Fifth Down Capital, per Chris Mason of MassLive.

Michael Onwenu News / Pro Football Rumors / May 29
G Michael Onwenu Agrees To Revised Patriots Deal

G Michael Onwenu Agrees To Revised Patriots Deal

2026 remains the final year of Michael Onwenu‘s Patriots contract. A revision was recently agreed to by the veteran guard, however. Onwenu has signed a new pact covering the coming season, per ESPN’s Mike Reiss.

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