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Patriots' Jared Wilson, Drake Maye Experiencing 'Full-Circle Moment' Together

FOXBORO --- Jared Wilson is now going to be the New England Patriots' center in 2026, snapping the ball to quarterback Drake Maye. He's never done it before, and yet, it's a full circle moment for both young players.

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Fox Sports Makes Tom Brady Announcement for Patriots Game

Tom Brady spent 20 seasons with the New England Patriots building the most decorated career in NFL history. He won six of his seven Super Bowls as a Patriot,

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / May 15

Patriots could bring Stefon Diggs back under one condition

Diggs had a decent campaign in Foxborough last season, but that wasn't enough to keep him around.

Stefon Diggs linked with four teams amid Patriots, A.J. Brown rumors

More Patriots players break silence about Mike Vrabel amid Dianna Russini controversy

How Patriots QB Drake Maye is already impressing new teammates this spring

The 'NFL playoff receptions leaders' quiz

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / May 15

Most Important Patriots Revenge Games on the 2026 Schedule

Do the New England Patriots have a revenge tour in them? After an impressive 2025 season that saw them make it all the way to the Super Bowl, the Patriots now know their schedule and have a shot to bounce back.

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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

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / May 15

Ryan Clark Predicts New England Patriots Will Miss the Playoffs in 2026

The New England Patriots had one of the better stories in the NFL last season. Drake Maye looked like the real deal, Mike Vrabel steadied the ship in year one and a team that had back-to-back 4-13 finishes somehow won 14 games, took the AFC East and made it all the way to Super Bowl LX.

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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 / Yardbarker / May 15

How Patriots QB Drake Maye is already impressing new teammates this spring

While speaking with reporters on Thursday, Julian Hill revealed how he received help from Drake Maye during their first interaction together at the start of the Patriots' offseason program.

Mike Vrabel may not be the only reason Eagles' A.J. Brown wants to join Patriots

More Patriots players break silence about Mike Vrabel amid Dianna Russini controversy

Chargers troll Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini in schedule release video

The 'Super Bowl losing QBs' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 15

Eagles reporter gives Patriots fans massive A.J. Brown update

Recent stories have hinted that a different team could swoop in and steal A.J. Brown from New England before NFL clubs begin their summer breaks.

Mike Vrabel may not be the only reason Eagles' A.J. Brown wants to join Patriots

More Patriots players break silence about Mike Vrabel amid Dianna Russini controversy

A.J. Brown linked with three teams other than the Patriots amid trade rumors

The 'Super Bowl losing coaches' quiz

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / May 15

Patriots Sign Undrafted Rookie Duo to Record-Setting Contracts

The New England Patriots signed 12 undrafted free agents to their roster following this year's NFL Draft, and two of them are already setting franchise records.

New England Patriots News / Total Pro Sports / May 15

Cam Newton Shares Brutally Honest Take on Life Under Bill Belichick

After spending just one season with the New England Patriots, former NFL MVP Cam Newton is still reflecting on what it was like to play under legendary coach Bill Belichick.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 14

Patriots game-by-game predictions after 2026 NFL Schedule release

After years of searching for stability in the post-Tom Brady era, the New England Patriots suddenly look like a legitimate AFC heavyweight again. Of course, this is fueled by the rapid rise of Drake Maye and an upgraded supporting cast.

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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.

Tom Brady News / Yardbarker / May 15

Tom Brady set for return to New England in Patriots' Week 9 clash with Packers

The NFL officially revealed its 2026 schedule on Thursday, and there are several games that immediately stood out and have fans itching for the season to start already.

Saints to begin 2026 NFL season with major test in Week 1

Packers do not get any favors with brutal 2026 schedule

Chicago Bears 2026 schedule officially revealed

The 'Replacements for notable NFL QBs' quiz

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / May 14

Ranking Most Important Games on Patriots Schedule

The time has finally arrived — the 2026 New England Patriots schedule has been fully unveiled in its entirety. Key elements of the regular season schedule include opening the season in a Super Bowl LX rematch against the Seattle Seahawks on Sept.

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The 'Most 40-point games in a season' quiz

The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

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

The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / May 14

Patriots Officially Reveal 2026 NFL Schedule

The New England Patriots 2026 NFL season has officially been set. After more than a week of rampant speculation, as well as several informational leaks, the NFL has revealed the schedules of its 32 teams during a multiple-hour, primetime event on May 14.

New England Patriots News / Total Apex Sports / May 14

NFL Will Not Intervene In Schedule Release Videos Regarding New England Patriots Head Coach Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini

The NFL loves spectacle and chaos. Schedule release day has quietly become the league’s annual comedy roast, where social media teams fire digital flamethrowers at rivals while pretending it’s all in good fun.