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New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / July 2

Insider Names Patriots' Most Striking Offseason Shocker

The New England Patriots have added a ton of new pieces this offseason, addressing glaring needs on both sides of the football in both free agency and the NFL Draft.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / July 1

Patriots' Offense Has One Remaining Question

The New England Patriots' offense underwent some major changes this offseason across multiple areas, and if all goes right, should combine for the right set of improvements that gives this group their chance at a major bounce back year on the horizon, and one that should play out with more than four wins to their name.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / July 1

Patriots All-Pro Attending Position Retreat

While several members of the New England Patriots are using their brief summer hiatus to enhance their personal lives, some are seizing all opportunities to improve their on-field skills.

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New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / July 1

Insider Reveals Patriots' Biggest Offseason Takeaway

The New England Patriots put together a notably productive offseason, all things considered. When combining their work on the offensive side of the ball, multiple starting-level acquisitions defensively, and a fully re-hauled coaching staff, it's been both a busy and positive past few months for this Patriots group heading into next season.

New England Patriots News / ESPN / July 1

David Beckham, Drake Maye and more celebrities in attendance at Wimbledon 2025

Russell Crowe, Cate Blanchett are among celebrities who made appearances at the 2025 Championships at Wimbledon.

T.J. Watt News / New England Patriots on SI / July 1

Patriots Possibly Making Trade Push for T.J. Watt

The New England Patriots spent plenty of time addressing their pass rush this offseason, signing multiple pieces in free agency and adding Bradyn Swinson in the NFL Draft.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / July 1

Patriots' Defense Receives Sobering Warning

The New England Patriots embarked on quite the spending spree this offseason, particularly when it came to the defensive side of the ball. The Patriots signed some of the biggest names on the open market, landing Harold Landry, Milton Williams, Carlton Davis and Robert Spillane, filling some glaring gaps in the unit.

Rhamondre Stevenson News / New England Patriots on SI / July 1

Patriots' Bounce-Back Candidate May Surprise You

The New England Patriots made a lot of moves this offseason and have seen quite a significant roster shuffle as a result. It has also put some of their returning players in an awkward position.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Patriots Defense Has 'Top 10' Potential in 2025

With Mike Vrabel now at the helm, a coach renowned for hard-nosed football teams, the New England Patriots are overhauling their defensive identity. With the help of multiple key free agent additions, Vrabel and his coaching staff are working on creating a "violent" unit built on aggression, physicality, and relentless disruption.

Demario Douglas News / New England Patriots on SI / June 30

Patriots' Trusty WR Put on Notice

The New England Patriots' receiving corps was a major point of contention last season, but the one constant was DeMario Douglas. Douglas is now preparing to enter his third season, and with the Patriots having improved the wide receiver room over the last several months, he is no longer slated to be Drake Maye's primary option.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 30

Insider Reveals Strong Patriots RB Prediction

The New England Patriots may very well have landed their running back of the future this past April, as they selected TreVeyon Henderson in the second round of the NFL Draft.

NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / June 30

Former Patriots TE Traded to Steelers

As the New England Patriots continue to prepare for the upcoming season, a pair of their rivals are shaking things up in the AFC. The Miami Dolphins have agreed to trade cornerback Jalen Ramsey to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, per a report from ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 30

Patriots Projected Draft SEC Star in Latest Mock

The New England Patriots were one of the most active teams in the free agent market this offseason, adding loads of new defensive talent to their roster.

Robert Kraft News / Gridiron Heroics / June 30

Robert Kraft reflects on 28-3 Super Bowl comeback

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft understands the importance of perseverance in both sports and business. The highly successful Patriots CEO believes that achieving success often begins with having confidence in your ability to overcome challenges that may appear impossible at first.

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New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / July 1

Former Patriots great shares concerns about Drake Maye ahead of second season

Expectations will be high for Maye entering his second season, but at least one prominent former Patriot isn't sold that Maye is equipped to be a franchise quarterback.

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / June 29

Patriots kept K Andy Borregales from falling to Ravens

Make no mistake, the Patriots were in dire need of a kicker, and to address this, they took Miami kicker Andy Borregales with the 182nd pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / June 29

A pessimist's guide to the 2025 New England Patriots

With a new head coach, an offensive coordinator on his third stint with the team and a host of player additions, Patriots fans may be feeling optimistic about next season, but here’s why they should lower expectations.

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Robert Kraft News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 29

Patriots’ Robert Kraft makes ’28-3′ admission

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft is making a startling admission. Kraft says that whenever someone tells him about something that is impossible to achieve, he refers them to the improbable comeback his team had in the 2017 Super Bowl game.

Tom Brady News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Former Patriots Legends Reveal Their QB Choice if Tom Brady Never Existed

Former New England Patriots legends Julian Edelman and Rob Gronkowski recently answered the question on their Dudes on Dudes Podcast of which quarterback they would want to lead their team if their future Hall of Famer Tom Brady never existed.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / June 28

Patriots' Veteran Running Back Impresses With Body Transformation in 2025

The New England Patriots come into 2025 with a lot of expectations, with a new coaching staff, quarterback Drake Maye in his second year, and a revamped defense.

Marte Mapu News / Pro Football Rumors / June 27