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Patriots ink former Cardinals LB to one-year contract

The New England Patriots have made an addition to the defensive unit, landing linebacker Jesse Luketa. Luketa signed a one-year contract with the Patriots on Thursday, per reporter Aaron Wilson.

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Mike Vrabel adds ex-Titans assistant to Patriots coaching staff

The New England Patriots have a lot on their plate this offseason as they look to build off last year’s trip to the Super Bowl. Earlier this week, the team released wide receiver Stefon Diggs, bringing to an end a one-year partnership that was mostly a successful one.

New England Patriots News / The Spun / March 5

Report: Patriots Expected To Make 'Big' Free Agency Push

The Patriots may have lost Super Bowl LX, but their championship window is far from closed and might be opening wider in the weeks to come. According to NFL writer Tony Pauline, the Patriots are expected to make "a big push" for Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce.

Alex Austin News / New England Patriots on SI / March 5

Patriots Can Leverage Depth After Not Tendering Alex Austin

The New England Patriots entered the offseason with eight free agent tender decisions to make ahead of next week's free agency period opening up, and now they've reportedly made two of them.

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The 'NFL year-by-year sack leaders' quiz

The NFL began officially tracking sacks in 1982. How many of the year-by-year leaders in sacks can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / March 5

Patriots Host Former Browns OL on Free Agent Visit

As the New England Patriots prepare for the start of the 2026 NFL season, they are already looking for a much-needed upgrade to their offensive line. The Pats, per a report from NFL insider Jordan Schultz, have met with former Cleveland Browns offensive tackle Jedrick Wills.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

New England Patriots News / Total Pro Sports / March 5

Boston Bar Is Fighting For Its Life After New England Patriots Players Brought Strippers & Drugs To Private, Illegal Party

A Boston bar owner is fighting to keep his license after hosting New England Patriots players back in January. The Patriots were in a rowdy mood after

NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / March 5

Patriots Sign Former Cardinals Linebacker

With the start of the 2026 NFL year fast approaching, the New England Patriots are getting a jump start in fortifying their depth within their defensive front.

Stefon Diggs News / New England Patriots on SI / March 5

Patriots Free to Take Big Swings After Stefon Diggs Release

The New England Patriots released wide receiver Stefon Diggs ahead of next week's new league year. So what does that mean for the team on the field? Well, they got out of a hefty contract that would have guaranteed Diggs $6 million at the start of the league year, while also carrying a $26.5 million cap hit.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / March 5

Patriots Not Tendering Veteran Free Agent OT

Offseason has begun for the New England Patriots, and they're continuing to retool their roster ahead of next week's new league year. According to MassLive, the Patriots will not be giving veteran offensive tackle Yasir Durant a contract tender for 2026.

Yasir Durant News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 5

Patriots Not Tendering RFA OT Yasir Durant

Mark Daniels reports the Patriots are not tendering restricted free agent OT Yasir Durant. Durant will become an unrestricted free agent when the new league year starts next week.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / March 5

The Patriots' Best (And Worst) Free Agent Signings in the Last Decade

The legal tampering period to start talking with upcoming free agents is ever near, and while the New England Patriots don't need to add much to their roster, they should be fairly active in elevating positions and acquiring depth.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / March 5

Ranking the Patriots Most Realistic Free Agent Options

While their improbable run to the NFL’s grandest stage put them back in the NFL spotlight, the New England Patriots are determined to ensure that a strong offseason of roster-building keeps them among the league’s elite teams.

Alex Austin News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 4

Patriots Decline To Tender CB Alex Austin

The New England Patriots are not placing the restricted free-agent tender on CB Alex Austin, according to Jordan Schultz. Austin is a core special-teamer and could provide depth on the perimeter of a team’s defense.

Stefon Diggs News / Yardbarker / March 4

Broncos, Ravens and other teams that should target Stefon Diggs after release from Patriots

Four-time Pro Bowler Diggs should find a new home soon. With that in mind, here are five teams that should be interested in signing the veteran wideout.

Stefon Diggs sends message to Patriots fans ahead of his release

Five paths Patriots can take to find WR1 after Stefon Diggs' release

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Drake Maye News / Athlon Sports / March 4

Patriots QB Drake Maye Dealt Bad News on Wednesday

Drake Maye and the New England Patriots had a strong 2025 NFL season under first-year head coach Mike Vrabel. Finishing 14-3 and in first in the AFC East, the Patriots earned the No.