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On YouTubeNew England Patriots News / EasySportz / April 28
NFL Draft Expert Grades New England Patriots 2026 Draft Class
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots emphasized depth and defensive versatility in the 2026 NFL draft, a strategy that earned a “B” grade from EasySportz’s in-house NFL analyst in its team-by-team evaluation.
New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / April 28
New England Patriots make big splash move to add high-upside playmaker the rest of the NFL completely overlooked
Undrafted free agent Kyle Dixon received a huge investment from the New England Patriots, and his upside is through the roof. Last year, the New England Patriots got a huge return on their investment from the addition of undrafted free agents Elijah Ponder and Efton Chism III.
The 'Passing TD leaders by NFL franchise' quiz
How many of the career leaders for passing touchdowns for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / April 28
Dianna Russini appeared to make Spotify playlist for Mike Vrabel
Another clue has emerged regarding the relationship between former Athletic reporter Dianna Russini and New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel. David Covucci of FOIAball discovered what appears to be a Spotify playlist Russini made for Vrabel in December of 2022.
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.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 28
One team still makes sense for Stefon Diggs
With the 2026 NFL Draft in the books, some of the most prominent names on the market are still up for grabs. That includes Stefon Diggs.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 28
Patriots Continue To Trim Roster, Release Veteran RB
One day after the team released wide receiver John Jiles and tight end Marshall Lang, the New England Patriots continue to retool their roster following the 2026 NFL Draft.
Elijah Mitchell News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 28
Patriots Releasing RB Elijah Mitchell
Doug Kyed reports the Patriots are releasing RB Elijah Mitchell. Mitchell, 27, was a sixth-round pick out of Louisiana by the 49ers in the 2021 draft. He signed a four-year rookie deal with the team in May of that year worth $3,663,568, including a $183,568 signing bonus.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 28
Projecting Patriots Week 1 Defensive Starters After the NFL Draft
The New England Patriots added to their defense in last weekend's NFL Draft, selecting four players that could carve out a role this season. Whether it was an edge rusher, a linebacker in the middle or a cornerback in the late rounds, New England did its best to try and replicate last year's suffocating unit.
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 / New England Patriots on SI / April 28
Biggest Winners, Losers Following Patriots' 2026 NFL Draft
Seven rounds of the NFL Draft have come and gone, and the New England Patriots are one step closer from finding out their 2026 roster in full. The team spent nine draft picks on rookies on both sides of the ball, and reportedly inked deals with 11 undrafted free agents.
New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 28
Patriots rookie from 2026 NFL Draft class who will make biggest impact in Year 1
The Patriots rookie from the 2026 NFL Draft class who will make the biggest impact in Year 1 isn’t a flashy playmaker or a highlight machine. It will be a blindside protector tasked with safeguarding the future of this franchise.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 27
Patriots Believe OT Dametrious Crownover Can Be Sixth-Round Steal
Could the draft day loss of 31 NFL teams be the New England Patriots gain? The Pats are certainly hoping that is the case when it comes to rookie offensive tackle Dametrious Crownover.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 27
Former Raider Tyree Wilson shares thoughts on trade to Saints
New Orleans Saints edge-rusher Tyree Wilson is ready for his second act. During Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Las Vegas Raiders dealt the former 2023 first-round pick (No.
New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / April 27
Mike Vrabel Back With Patriots Following Draft, Did Not Communicate With Team On Day 3 Picks
Last week injected a football element to the Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini saga, bringing it to the PFR pages. The second-year Patriots HC said he would miss Day 3 of the draft, spending time with his family as he confirmed he would begin counseling.
New England Patriots News / Field Level Media / April 27
Two days later, Mike Vrabel back with Patriots
Mike Vrabel was back with the New England Patriots on Monday, two days after he voluntarily left the team to seek counseling amid a controversy over his visit to an Arizona resort with then-Athletic reporter Dianna Russini.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 27
Patriots Release Third-Year WR Following NFL Draft
The New England Patriots have announced that they have officially released wide receiver John Jiles as part of roster cuts. Jiles — a 25-year-old North Carolina native — spent the last two seasons on the Patriots' practice squad.
New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 27
Patriots Cut Two Following Draft
The New England Patriots announced they have waived WR John Jiles and TE Marshall Lang. The move is to clear up roster spots after the draft for undrafted free agents. Jiles, 25, transferred to West Florida after stops at Fort Scott Community College and Virginia Union.
New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / April 27
New England Patriots Way-Too-Early 53-man predictions: Patriots’ draft reloads roster for a potential Super Bowl sequel
Now that the NFL Draft is over, it’s all about focusing on figuring out the 53-man roster for the New England Patriots. The New England Patriots are aiming to return to the Super Bowl and wash out the bad taste of last year’s bitter defeat.
Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Yardbarker / April 27
Patriots rookie Behren Morton makes hilarious promise to Drake Maye
New England took a flier on Morton when it made him a seventh-round selection during the 2026 NFL Draft.
New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / April 27
7 winners & losers for the New England Patriots following the 2026 NFL Draft include players in line for a bigger role in 2026
The New England Patriots had a robust draft haul from the 2026 NFL Draft. Whose stock was most affected by their incoming rookie class? The New England Patriots made a total of nine picks in their strong 2026 NFL Draft class.
Anfernee Jennings News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 26
Saints Signing LB Anfernee Jennings
Nick Underhill reports that the Saints are signing former Patriots LB Anfernee Jennings following the draft. Jennings, 28, was drafted by the Patriots out of Alabama in the third round with the No.
New England Patriots News / 5 GOATs / April 25
New England Patriots select Jam Miller in 7th round of 2026 NFL Draft
The New England Patriots have selected Alabama running back Jam Miller with the No. 245 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Miller was taken with a seventh round selection.
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