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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.

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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.

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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.

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

Patriots Projected to Target Explosive Pass Rusher

The New England Patriots' pass rush should be significantly better this coming season after all of the moves they have made the last several months. The Patriots signed Harold Landry, Milton Williams and K'Lavon Chaisson in free agency, and they also selected Bradyn Swinson in the NFL Draft.

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.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / June 30

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.

Report expands on how Falcons QBs are handling unique situation

Coaching legend reacts to Buccaneers' surprising Todd Bowles move

Tampa Bay GM compares Bowles replacing Bruce Arians to QB situation

Why Kevin Stefanski thinks this QB can 'thrive' in Browns' offense

Insider addresses if Deshaun Watson could be an option for Cleveland in 2025

What Mac Jones worked on fixing after signing with 49ers

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

Patriots Might Have Gem in UFL Addition

New England Patriots offensive lineman Yasir Durant started 10 games for the UFL’s DC Defenders last season while playing every position but center on the offensive line.

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.

An optimist's guide to the 2025 New England Patriots

Robert Kraft makes big admission about end of Patriots' Bill Belichick era, rough 2024 season

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The 'NFL Draft first round quarterback selections since 2000' quiz

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.

Robert Kraft News / The SportsRush / June 29

Bill Belichick Breaks Down What Makes a Good Team Owner

Thanks to Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft’s astounding success with the Patriots, owning a sports franchise might seem glamorous to the outside world. With skyrocketing valuations and championship parades, it can look like a luxurious title.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 29

Patriots Rookie Kicker Highly Praised by Former Coach

The New England Patriots are no strangers to the concept of rostering clutch kickers with legendary potential. From Dynasty-era founding father Adam Vinatieri, to the consistent championship leg of Stephen Gostkowski, New England has been the home of several top-level boots throughout its history.

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New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 29

Former NFL Player Unleashes Daring Claim on Patriots Defense

The New England Patriots' defense wasn't the team's biggest issue last season, but it certainly wasn't good, ranking 22nd in the NFL in both yards and points allowed.

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 / New England Patriots on SI / June 29

Pro Bowl WR Didn’t Even Consider Patriots

Before the New England Patriots added Stefon Diggs and Mack Hollins in free agency, there was a thought that they could potentially make a big splash with a major wide receiver trade.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 29

Patriots' Offense Slapped With Harsh Reality Check

The New England Patriots' offense should be improved heading into 2025, as the front office added significant pieces to bolster the unit throughout the offseason.

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