New England Patriots: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

AFC Notes: Joe Brady, A.J. Brown, Bills, Jets, Patriots

The Bills have an open competition at middle linebacker this offseason, with fourth-round LB Kaleb Elarms-Orr in the mix for the job. Buffalo HC Joe Brady believes Elarms-Orr has done the most with the extra opportunities created by injury and has loved the fire he brings every day.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Mike Vrabel Needs Christian Barmore to Finish More for Patriots Defense

Drafted by the Bill Belichick administration and handed a four-year, potential $84 million extension by the abbreviated Jerod Mayo regime, Christian Barmore found himself in need to prove his NFL worth to a third coach in 2025, Mike Vrabel.

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / June 24

Dianna Russini’s salary at The Athletic has been revealed in light of Mike Vrabel scandal

Former NFL reporter Dianna Russini has been in plenty of headlines since the photos with New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel came to light. Since then, Vrabel has remained as the coach, but Russini resigned from The Athletic and has not been seen publicly.

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How many of the QB's with the most game-winning drives in one season for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 24

AFC East Roster Rankings Have Patriots In Driver's Seat, For Now

The New England Patriots were the cream of the AFC East crop last season, finally re-claiming their first division title since 2019. All it took was a new head coach, an old offensive coordinator and a quarterback in the MVP conversation to jump the Buffalo Bills for the first time in years.

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Romeo Doubs News / Total Apex Sports / June 24

Romeo Doubs 2026 Fantasy Impact: New England Patriots

Although the addition of A.J. Brown was the bigger headline for the New England Patriots this season, newcomer Romeo Doubs will still make a strong impact in the 2026 NFL season.

Christian Gonzalez News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 24

When Patriots’ Christian Gonzalez can face punishment for potential contract holdout

The New England Patriots are actively using their mandatory minicamp to prepare for the upcoming 2026 NFL season, aiming to recover from a painful Super Bowl loss to the Seattle Seahawks.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / June 24

A.J. Brown's Early Chemistry With Drake Maye Is Raising Patriots Expectations

It has not taken long for New England to welcome, crown and demand greatness from receiver A.J. Brown. He arrived in New England with huge expectations, but his early connection with Drake Maye is already pushing them even higher.

Stefon Diggs News / Yardbarker / June 24

Analyst links Stefon Diggs to three teams

Is Diggs destined to land with one of these three teams?

Rams' Ty Simpson has one concern about relationship with 'big brother' Matthew Stafford

Browns legend makes feelings on Myles Garrett trade clear

The '6+ 1K-receiving-yard NFL seasons' quiz

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / June 24

New report on Dianna Russini emerges amid Mike Vrabel scandal

A New York Times report has new information about former Athletic reporter Dianna Russini.

Dianna Russini’s salary at The Athletic has been revealed in light of Mike Vrabel scandal

Robert Kraft swoons over Scotland, pushing for Patriots to repay visit

Tom Brady calls Aaron Rodgers the NFL's greatest passer

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New England Patriots News / The Spun / June 24

Dianna Russini Releases New Statement On Mike Vrabel Scandal

NFL insider Dianna Russini is no longer staying silent about her dynamic with New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel. Page Six sent the NFL world into a frenzy on April 7 by sharing photos of Russini and Vrabel hugging at a hotel in Arizona.

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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

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2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

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New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 24

Patriots Linebackers Share Unique Perspective On Learning Defense

The New England Patriots have plenty of knowledge when it comes to the linebacker position, and how to both play and coach it. Head coach Mike Vrabel played 14 seasons in the NFL at linebacker, winning three Super Bowls before eventually coaching the position for Ohio State and the Houston Texans.

TreVeyon Henderson News / New England Patriots on SI / June 24

Why TreVeyon Henderson Could Be Patriots' 2026 Breakout Star

One season into his NFL career, and New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson already has fans excited about he can continue to bring to the offense this year.

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New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / June 24

With Hill shelved, Patriots rookie Eli Raridon raring to go

In describing the knee injury suffered by free-agent signee Julian Hill during voluntary organized team activities, New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel used the word “devastating.” Yes, Hill, the tight end who signed a three-year, $7.5 million contract with the Patriots, was a key acquisition.

Corey Dillon News / Athlon Sports / June 23

Remember When Corey Dillon Had 305 Yards in One Quarter?

For any running back, finishing a game with more than 300 yards of total offense would be a legendary career accomplishment. For Corey Dillon, all it took was a quarter.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / June 23

Zak Kuhr's Full Season as Patriots DC Could Fix New England's Biggest Need

A near tragedy, Terrell Williams being forced to leave the New England Patriots due to his battle with prostate cancer, put Zak Kuhr on the hot seat in 2025.

New England Patriots News / Field Level Media / June 23

Robert Kraft swoons over Scotland, pushing for Patriots to repay visit

After Scotland national team fans won the hearts of New Englanders, NFL owner Robert Kraft wants to return the favor. Kraft, the owner of the New England Patriots, held preliminary discussions with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell about holding a regular-season game in Scotland, according to The Boston Globe.

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 23

Darnold gets brutally honest about performance in Super Bowl win

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.

49ers’ George Kittle opens up about Sam Darnold guiding Seahawks to Super Bowl title at Levi's Stadium

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New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / June 23

Patriots Interested In Scotland Game

Through the opening stages of the FIFA World Cup, Boston experienced an influx of Scottish fans. The highly-publicized takeover from the Tartan Army has drawn glowing reviews from all sides, and an NFL connection could soon emerge off the back of it.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / June 22

Brown weighs in on Patriots teammate Gonzalez before training camp

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.

A.J. Brown trade created one problem for Patriots

Patriots insider rips this aspect of trade with Eagles for A.J. Brown

NFL executive reveals three major concerns about Patriots trading with Eagles for A.J. Brown

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