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Patriots Still Open To Trading WR Kayshon Boutte?

The Patriots continue to loom as A.J. Brown‘s presumed destination via trade. An agreement with the Eagles does not appear to be in place, but a swap happening after June 1 would increase the possibility of an in-house New England wideout being dealt.

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Patriots Probably Willing To Take 5th Or 6th For WR Kayshon Boutte

Earlier this offseason, it was reported the Patriots were looking for a day three pick for WR Kayshon Boutte in a trade. SI.com’s Albert Breer believes the price has remained the same and thinks Boutte could be had for a fifth or sixth-round pick. New England is heavily connected to a potential trade for Eagles WR A.J.

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

5 Things That Could Make or Break the Patriots Season

Coming off a Super Bowl LX loss to the Seattle Seahawks, it's going to be important for the New England Patriots to continue climbing upwards. Keeping that trajectory on a path to success will help sustain the long-term growth that head coach Mike Vrabel has preached about in the past.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / May 18

Patriots' Will Campbell finally gets good news after Super Bowl collapse

Campbell found himself under fire for his performance in the Super Bowl.

Five quarterbacks facing massive pressure heading into 2026 NFL season

Tom Brady takes a hilarious jab at Bill Belichick

Do Eagles already have trade in place for A.J. Brown?

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The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz

The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'NFL franchise rushing-TD leaders' quiz

A.J. Brown News / New England Patriots on SI / May 18

Patriots Should Pounce On Floated A.J. Brown Compensation

I'm sure you're all sick and tired of hearing about that seems-like-forever June 1 date, but it remains a major part of how the New England Patriots are going to be operating for the forseeable future.

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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.

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

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

Ranking Every Game on the Patriots Schedule From Easiest to Hardest

Just looking at how last year's schedule turned out, this year's slate of games for the New England Patriots has to be harder, right? They'll be playing

New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / May 17

AFC East Staff Updates: Patriots, Clark, Jets

The Patriots brought former Giants defensive coordinator Shane Bowen onto their staff just over a month ago, placing him in a minor role under new defensive coordinator Zak Kuhr who used to have a minor role on Bowen’s defensive staffs in Tennessee and New York.

Drake Maye News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 17

Patriots’ free-agent addition gushes about Drake Maye before third season

The New England Patriots have had a busy offseason, signing wide receiver Romeo Doubs in free agency and rumored to be trading for fellow wideout AJ Brown next month.

Will Campbell News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 17

Is Will Campbell’s job threatened by Caleb Lomu? ESPN analyst dives deep

The New England Patriots have their work cut out for them after the NFL’s schedule release. New England will be under a lot of pressure this fall after losing Super Bowl 60.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / May 17

Tom Brady takes a hilarious jab at Bill Belichick

Brady took a dig at his former head coach.

'Fernando Mendoza will be a bust': Analyst blasts Raiders, Tom Brady over rookie QB

Do Eagles already have trade in place for A.J. Brown?

The 'Other QBs from Tom Brady's first start' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 17

Do Eagles already have trade in place for A.J. Brown?

Is the structure of an A.J. Brown already agreed upon?

Eagles reporter gives Patriots fans massive Brown update

Brown linked with three teams other than Patriots amid trade rumors

NFL executive thinks Eagles could make shocking Jalen Hurts decision

Stefon Diggs has been linked to two teams

Tom Brady takes a hilarious jab at Bill Belichick

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25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 17

Breer: Expect Stefon Diggs To Sign For Around One Year, $10M, Four Teams Mentioned

In a mailbag column last week, Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer said he thinks WR Stefon Diggs will end up catching on with a team on a one-year deal

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

Patriots' Terrell Williams to Attend Coaching Accelerator Program

New England Patriots assistant head coach Terrell Williams is about to take another significant step along the path toward good health and professional

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New England Patriots News / The Spun / May 17

Report: Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini Controversy Influenced 2026 NFL Schedule

The NFL's 2026 schedule is out. The league will be opening the 2026 regular season with a Super Bowl rematch. The Seattle Seahawks are set to take on the New England Patriots in the first game of the season.

Stefon Diggs News / Larry Brown Sports / May 17

Stefon Diggs has been linked to 2 teams

Stefon Diggs remains unsigned fairly deep into the NFL offseason, but a new report is linking him to two teams in particular. Albert Breer of The MMQB suggested the Kansas City Chiefs and Washington Commanders could be good fits for the veteran wide receiver.

Harold Landry News / New England Patriots on SI / May 17

Patriots Free Agent Has Prior Connection With Harold Landry

FOXBORO --- Julian Hill hadn't met Harold Landry before signing with the New England Patriots, despite going to the same high school. So when the tight end was able to finally truly meet Landry this offseason, it was a special moment for the Pine Forest (North Carolina) alums.