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Patriots NFL Draft Rumors: What’s Real, What’s Smoke, and What to Watch

A little more than 24 hours until the first round of the NFL Draft kicks off, and the New England Patriots are in a position they haven't found themselves in for quite some time.

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Why Chad Reuter's Latest Projected Patriots Pick Could Be Risky Mistake

The New England Patriots' tight end room has combined for 47 career touchdowns in the NFL. Hunter Henry has all 47 of them, while backups Julian Hill, CJ Dippre and Marshall Lang have yet to find the end zone.

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The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz

Since the year 2000, a total of 77 quarterbacks have been selected in the first round of the annual NFL Draft. How many of the 77 can you name in six minutes?

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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

Panthers may be hoping this offensive weapon falls to them in first round of NFL Draft

Jermod McCoy hit with massive injury red flag days before NFL Draft

Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns NFL Draft trade

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / April 22

What Vrabel reportedly said to Pats players amid ongoing Russini controversy

What Mike Vrabel reportedly said to Patriots players amid ongoing Dianna Russini controversy

On Tuesday, Vrabel spoke publicly with reporters for the first time since photos surfaced showing the Patriots HC and longtime NFL reporter Dianna Russini spending time together at an Arizona resort in late March.

Mike Vrabel breaks silence as Dianna Russini controversy continues to hover over Patriots

What Patriots HC Mike Vrabel said about huge update on potential trade for Eagles' A.J. Brown

Patriots could trade WR to make room for A.J. Brown

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Super Bowl losing coaches' quiz

Eliot Wolf News / New England Patriots on SI / April 22

Biggest Draft Steals of the Eliot Wolf Era — Where The Patriots Went Right

Since becoming the New England Patriots' executive vice president of player personnel in 2024, Eliot Wolf hasn't had a long plethora of draft classes to show off.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 22

What Pats' Vrabel said about huge update on potential trade for Eagles' Brown

What Patriots HC Mike Vrabel said about huge update on potential trade for Eagles' A.J. Brown

A report from this past Monday morning indicated that the Patriots acquiring Brown from the Eagles "is still the likely outcome" for a saga that has hovered over the two clubs since this past winter.

Why Eagles are willing to wait to complete expected A.J. Brown trade to Patriots

A.J. Brown makes major Eagles decision as Patriots trade rumors heat up

Mike Vrabel breaks silence as Dianna Russini controversy continues to hover over Patriots

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Super Bowl losing coaches' quiz

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 21

Mike Vrabel snubs ‘laughable’ Dianna Russini photo question following statement

Mike Vrabel seemingly no longer finds the photos of him and Dianna Russini “laughable,” as he referred to his initial statement about the leaked pictures.

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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.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

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

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / April 21

Mike Vrabel Praises Patriots' Position Of Need Ahead of NFL Draft

It's no surprise that the New England Patriots need an edge rusher this year's draft. After releasing Anfernee Jennings and seeing K'Lavon Chaisson sign a one-year deal with the Washington Commanders in free agency, there's a need for speed off the edge.

New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 21

Patriots Made Two Moves Per Today’s Wire

The New England Patriots officially re-signed exclusive rights free agent TE Jack Westover today, per the NFL transaction wire. They also received an international exemption for OT Lorenz Metz. The International Player Pathway program was instituted by the NFL in 2017 as a way to grow the game of football.

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Mike Vrabel News / Trade Talk Sports / April 21

Mike Vrabel Speaks for First Time Since Recent Off-Field Scandal

For the first time since photos of Mike Vrabel and former NFL reporter for The Athletic, Dianna Russini, emerged online, the New England Patriots head coach spoke to the media on Tuesday.

A.J. Brown News / Trade Talk Sports / April 21

A.J. Brown Tracking to Be Traded to the New England Patriots

The A.J. Brown saga in Philadelphia is likely going to come to an end this summer, and according to a recent report from ESPN insider Adam Schefter, the team that’s been connected to the star wide receiver the most through it all — the New England Patriots — remains the likely landing spot.

New England Patriots News / Field Level Media / April 21

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel chides own decisions in addressing Russini fallout

Mike Vrabel admitted "difficult conversations with people I care about" were necessary to address photos published of the Patriots head coach and a former Athletic reporter.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / April 22

Mike Vrabel breaks silence on Dianna Russini controversy

Mike Vrabel breaks silence as Dianna Russini controversy continues to hover over Patriots

Vrabel finally addressed the Russini situation.

NFL's decision on Vrabel regarding Russini controversy could backfire

Why Mike Tomlin will ace new role following career pivot

Steelers owner singing different tune on Aaron Rodgers after concerning update

49ers GM shares encouraging news on Brandon Aiyuk

Browns GM gives big Myles Garrett update amid rumors, workout absences

Justin Jefferson has warning for J.J. McCarthy after Kyler Murray signing

Kayshon Boutte News / Pro Football Rumors / April 20

Pats’ Kayshon Boutte Available In Trade?

Kayshon Boutte has been a productive Patriots pass catcher for two seasons, eclipsing 500 receiving yards in each. He played a key role for New England’s 2025 AFC champion edition.

New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / April 20

Three under-the-radar 2026 prospects who fit the New England Patriots perfectly who can help the team return to the Super bowl

The New England Patriots have 11 draft picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, and there are plenty of intriguing sleeper options who could boost the roster. The 2026 NFL Draft is finally upon us, and the New England Patriots are aiming for another strong rookie class like they enjoyed in 2025.

Kayshon Boutte News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 20

Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte Has Come Up In Trade Talks

Per Jordan Schultz, Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte is a name that has come up in trade talks this offseason. Schultz mentions Boutte is entering the final year of his rookie deal, and the additions of Romeo Doubs and potentially A.J.