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Patriots 2026 LB Preview: Slim Pickings In The Middle
The New England Patriots went through plenty of roster moves this offseason, but there might not have been one with as many changes as the linebacker position.
NFL News / Yardbarker / July 3
Stefon Diggs still tied to an NFC contender
His time without a team may not last much longer.
Elijah Ponder News / Athlon Sports / July 3
Patriots Unlocked K'Lavon Chaisson and Now Elijah Ponder Is Next in Line for a Breakout
After 10 sacks total in five National Football League seasons, Mike Vrabel and the New England Patriots unlocked K’Lavon Chaisson. Taken 20th overall in 2020 by Jacksonville, Chaisson was plucked off the scrap heap by the Patriots and went from “bust” to integral piece of an AFC championship defense.
The '100-rushing-yard NFL QBs' quiz
In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?
Christian Elliss News / New England Patriots on SI / July 3
Top 25 Patriots of 2026: Hard-Hitting Christian Elliss Continues To Improve
As it stands right now, one of the weakest positions on the New England Patriots is the linebackers. After plenty of changes to that room this offseason, which included the departures of Jack Gibbens, Jahlani Tavai and Marte Mapu, that group of players is entering 2026 on the other side of the 8-ball.
25 first-round NFL picks that left fans confused
The NFL Draft always delivers many twists and turns that leave fans and analysts scratching their heads. This list isn't looking at hindsight and finding the biggest busts in history.
Josh McDaniels News / Athlon Sports / July 2
Will Josh McDaniels Bring Back the Fullback and What Does It Mean for New England's Offense?
One of the quieter situations developing during the offseason with the New England Patriots has to do with the makeup of the offensive roster as the team prepares for training camp.
Cory Durden News / Pro Football Rumors / July 2
Pats’ Cory Durden In Lead For NT Job?
After he was unable to earn a roster spot with the Giants last August, Cory Durden settled for a spot on the Patriots’ practice squad. A year later, Durden is vying to become the Patriots’ starting nose tackle, per Avery Hill of the Boston Globe.
Robert Spillane News / Athlon Sports / July 2
Spillane Was a Shadow of Himself in the Super Bowl and the Patriots Need Him Fully Healthy Now
When New England Patriots linebacker Robert Spillane spoke about what he did with his offseason down time, fans breathed a collective sigh of relief. “Kept it really basic.” “Spent a lot of time with the family.” “Worked my crafts.” “Got healthy.” Boom!
Ranking Patriots Under-25 Stars: Where Do Drake Maye, TreVeyon Henderson Land?
If you had say that the New England Patriots' future would be as bright as it was maybe four years ago, you'd be laughed at. Now, coming off their first division title since 2019 and their first Super Bowl appearance from a year before that, the Patriots have turned the tides.
Kevin Byard News / New England Patriots on SI / July 2
Patriots Should Already Be Overjoyed With Kevin Byard Signing, And Here's Why
Craig Woodson shined for the New England Patriots last season. The rookie safety from Cal was an instant starter in the secondary, grabbed his first career interception in the team's AFC Divisional win over the Houston Texans and then played unbelievable in the Super Bowl a few weeks later.
New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / July 1
Patriots Weigh Pros and Cons of Taking a Flyer on Jonnu Smith
For New England Patriots fans, he has the splashy name, one that casual fans recognize and diehards dissect under the microscope. The Patriots hunger for tight end depth right now, and veteran Jonnu Smith is a free agent.
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.
NFL News / Yardbarker / July 1
Top remaining NFL free agents: Where will Tyreek Hill, others land?
Here are five free agents worth monitoring over the next month.
The 'Season-receiving leaders by NFL team' quiz
How many of the players responsible for the best receiving season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
NFL News / Yardbarker / June 29
Updates on NFL holding future games in Scotland, Argentina emerge
Have two countries emerged as front-runners for an expanded NFL international schedule?
Christian Gonzalez News / Pro Football Rumors / June 27
Patriots Expected To Extend CB Christian Gonzalez By Week 1
As the Patriots were in the midst of their second straight 4-13 season in 2024, trade interest from around the league came in with a focus on some of the team’s young, promising talent.
New England Patriots News / Total Pro Sports / June 27
Beloved New England Patriots Great Has Died
Former New England Patriots linebacker Steve Zabel, one of football’s last successful two-way players, has died at the age of 78. The NFLPA Former Players announced his death on social media.
Mike Vrabel News / Yardbarker / June 25
New report on Dianna Russini emerges amid Mike Vrabel scandal
A New York Times report has new information about former Athletic reporter Dianna Russini.
NFL News / Yardbarker / June 23
Sam Darnold gets brutally honest about performance in Seahawks' Super Bowl win over Patriots
Darnold didn't need to be elite during his club's 29-13 Super Bowl LX win over the New England Patriots this past February to get his hands on the Vince Lombardi Trophy. That doesn't mean he's thrilled with how he played on the sport's biggest stage.
NFL News / Yardbarker / June 22
Tom Brady calls Aaron Rodgers the NFL's greatest passer
Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers have spent the better part of two decades defining an era of NFL football.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / June 22
A.J. Brown weighs in on Patriots teammate Christian Gonzalez before training camp
Brown was asked about the teammate he is most excited to compete against in practice, and his answer offered an interesting glimpse into how highly he views one of New England's rising defensive stars.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / June 22
Patriots want Drake Maye to learn one thing from Tom Brady
Inevitably, Drake Maye will always have to deal with Tom Brady's shadow. While expecting Maye to be Brady is silly, that doesn't mean he can't learn something from the all-time great.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / June 22
Mike Vrabel's Patriots still have two issues to address before training camp
The Patriots are in a pretty good spot after reaching the Super Bowl last season, but there are a couple things they need to address ahead of training camp.
A.J. Brown News / Yardbarker / June 22
A.J. Brown trade created one problem for Patriots
The Patriots reunited Brown with head coach Mike Vrabel and saved him from his discontent in the City of Brotherly Love.
Christian Gonzalez News / Yardbarker / June 20
Patriots' Christian Gonzalez gets bad news about his contract extension
The Patriots are likely to play the waiting game with their young defensive back.
Will Campbell News / Yardbarker / June 17
Patriots might still have a big Will Campbell problem to solve
Campbell's rookie season was a bit of a mixed bag, and he ultimately seemed to prove the doubters wrong.
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