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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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'He’s Not Really Worried': Patriots Safety Drops Strong Take on QB Drake Maye

The New England Patriots continue building around quarterback Drake Maye as the young signal caller enters a crucial stage of his professional development.

Mike Vrabel News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 5

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.

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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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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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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.

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.

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.