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New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / September 30
Where is the Beef on Defense? If Patriots Hope to Slow Down Bills, Barmore and Williams Must Pick it up
They are well-paid, well-seasoned and expected to anchor the New England Patriots defense. Three weeks in to the 2026 season, the contributions from Christian Barmore and Milton Williams can only be considered, well, a bit disappointing.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / September 30
2 Patriots Will Need To Step Up This Week, And They Both Say They're Ready
For the entire summer, the New England Patriots' starting offensive line remained the same and intact. Now as we head into Week 4, those plans have been crumped up and tossed out the window.
The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
How many of the Week 1 starting quarterbacks from the 2009 NFL season can you name in five minutes?
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Marcus Jones News / Athlon Sports / September 30
The Patriots Need to Get Marcus Jones More Involved Against the Bills
Marcus Jones has excelled as the New England Patriots punt returner and slot cornerback. On Sunday against the Buffalo Bills, offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels would be smart to use him on offense as well, giving the defense an alternative look, similar to how the Jacksonville Jaguars sparingly use Travis Hunter.
New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / September 30
Mike Vrabel clears the air on reported issues with Drake Maye
There don’t seem to be any issues between New England patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and quarterback Drake Maye, at least according to both of the involved parties.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / September 30
Patriots' Drake Maye responds to report about rift with Mike Vrabel, makes firm shoulder injury statement
On Wednesday afternoon, New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel basically scoffed after being asked about a report that claimed quarterback Drake Maye
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 30
The Patriots Just Got a Major Break Against the Bills
The New England Patriots wide receivers have underperformed to start this season. While the position group was expected to be arguably the team’s strongest and deepest unit, thanks to underwhelming quarterback play from Drake Maye, the receivers have yet to find a rhythm after three games.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / September 30
Patriots' Mike Vrabel offers strong response to report about supposed issues with Drake Maye
Maye has played poorly enough over the season's first three weeks to spark questions about what may or may not be going on behind the scenes.
Rhamondre Stevenson News / The Lead / September 30
Rhamondre Stevenson Has a Case for Greatest Patriots RB
When thinking of the all-time great Patriots running backs, some of the strong runners from the dynasty years like Kevin Faulk, Corey Dillon and LeGarrette Blount may come to mind.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / September 30
Bombshell rumor surfaces about alleged rift between Patriots' Drake Maye, Mike Vrabel
Is there an issue between Vrabel and Maye?
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 30
Adam Schefter’s Drake Maye rant delivers brutal stray to ex-Broncos QB
Things aren’t looking as planned for the New England Patriots heading into Week 4 of the 2026 NFL season. Despite going 1-2 in the initial stretch so far, there isn’t much help coming from Drake Maye either.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / September 30
Report addresses how NFL people view struggles of Patriots' Drake Maye
Maye's latest run of form began when he tossed three costly interceptions in the fourth quarter of New England's season-opening loss at the Seattle Seahawks on Sept. 9.
Greg Van Roten News / Pro Football Rumors / September 29
Patriots Place G Greg Van Roten On IR
Veteran offensive guard Greg Van Roten’s experience in New England has already been a rollercoaster despite him signing with the team only six weeks ago.
Eli Raridon News / EssentiallySports / September 29
'We’re Absolutely Devastated': Patriots Rookie Eli Raridon Mourns Tragic Loss as Tributes Pour In
Eli Raridon and his wife, Anna Raridon, are mourning the loss of their newborn son, Peter James, after the couple learned during pregnancy that their baby had been diagnosed with a fatal condition.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 28
Hall of Fame QB fires back at Aaron Rodgers' critics
Aaron Rodgers heard plenty of criticism after the Pittsburgh Steelers' offense fell flat in Week 2. Hall of Fame quarterback Kurt Warner believes much of it was directed at the wrong person.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 28
Three NFL preseason narratives that can be put to rest after Week 3
Three football games in a 17-game season aren't enough to decide a season, but they are enough to declare certain preseason narratives dead.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / September 24
Adam Schefter shares harsh A.J. Brown injury update for Patriots fans
Brown suffered a high ankle sprain with no fracture during the club's 13-10 campaign-opening loss at the Seattle Seahawks on Sept. 9.
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