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Mike Vrabel News / Pats Pulpit / August 16

Mike Vrabel proclaims Patriots’ left guard competition wide open after Vikings week

Out in Minnesota for a week of work, the New England Patriots saw a change up front along the offensive line. After repping as the top left guard for

NFL News / Pats Pulpit / August 16

Instant analysis from Patriots’ 20-12 preseason win over Vikings

The joint practices at the TCO Performance Center stood in the rearview. More stood ahead at U.S. Bank Stadium. The New England Patriots outlasted the Minnesota Vikings there by a score of 20-12 on Saturday, improving to 2-0 in preseason play under head coach Mike Vrabel.

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Patriots Defeat Vikings: Five Instant Takeaways

The New England Patriots entered their second preseason tilt hoping to gain additional clarity on some of their most hotly-contested position battles. Yet, it was the efforts of a second-round draftee at running back, as well as an undrafted rookie receiver which stood above the rest as the Patriots defeated the Minnesota Vikings 20-12 at U.S.

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New England Patriots News / Total Apex Sports / August 16

New England Patriots Have Another Strong Preseason Performance

The New England Patriots put forth another solid performance this afternoon in Week 2 of the preseason on the road against the Minnesota Vikings. The Patriots prevailed 20-12.

Kyle Williams News / Pats Pulpit / August 16

Kyle Williams leaves Patriots-Vikings preseason game with apparent head injury

Two preseason games, two wide receiver injuries for the New England Patriots. One week after seeing Ja’Lynn Polk go down with an apparent arm or shoulder injury, the team lost another wideout on Saturday versus the Minnesota Vikings.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / August 16

Patriots’ Eliot Wolf Clarifies Stefon Diggs Status

While New England Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs did not play in the team’s second preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, he was still a hot topic at halftime.

TreVeyon Henderson News / Athlon Sports / August 16

Ohio State Reacts to TreVeyon Henderson's NFL News on Saturday

The New England Patriots bolstered their running back room in the 2025 NFL draft, selecting Ohio State standout TreVeyon Henderson with the No. 38 overall pick.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 16

Patriots’ Drake Maye draws honest Josh McDaniels admission

As some within the New England Patriots have been happy with Drake Maye in how he’s been leading the team, such as head coach Mike Vrabel, more have joined in praising the second-year quarterback.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / August 16

Patriots Rookie RB, UDFA WR Steal Show vs. Vikings

Following two days of competitive joint practices, the New England Patriots and Minnesota Vikings are facing off for their second preseason game at U.S.

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NFL News / Pro Football Talk / August 16

Patriots' starting offense handles two drives at Minnesota

After a couple of joint-practice days in which the Vikings seemed to get the better of the Patriots, the Patriots sent their starting offense out for the first two drives of Saturday's preseason game in Minnesota.

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New England Patriots News / Last Word On Sports / August 16

Patriots Snap Counts: Antonio Gibson Plays Over TreVeyon Henderson

The New England Patriots played their first-team offense against the Minnesota Vikings, but they hardly used rookie TreVeyon Henderson. With presumed starter Rhamondre Stevenson battling a minor injury, overlooked veteran Antonio Gibson saw the majority of the snaps and recorded a few carries.

New England Patriots News / LWOSports.com / August 16

New England Patriots’ Next Chapter: What to Expect in 2025

When Tom Brady left the New England Patriots after a 20-year tenure, it marked a sharp turning point in the franchise’s history. Its downfall had started years prior, with Bill Belichick unable to restock the talent shelves from the draft and free agency for nearly a half-decade.

Mike Vrabel News / Larry Brown Sports / August 16

Mike Vrabel has confrontation with Patriots reporter

New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel lost his patience with a reporter this week over a question about the status of wide receiver Stefon Diggs. Phil Perry, a reporter for NBC Sports Boston, asked Vrabel on Wednesday about comments Diggs made about not being sure about his own Week 1 status.

New England Patriots News / The Lead / August 16

Patriots Post-Preseason Week 1 Roster Projection

The New England Patriots roster is beginning to take shape after their first preseason game of the 2025 season. With second-year quarterback Drake Maye taking the reins as the undisputed starter and several new additions vying for roster spots, competition across the depth chart is beginning to crystallize.

Stefon Diggs News / New England Patriots on SI / August 16

Patriots’ Stefon Diggs Draws Growing Concerns

It looks like the New England Patriots' big offseason addition at receiver may be going through some growing pains adjusting to his new offense. Stefon Diggs, the Patriots' free agent acquisition from this summer, started camp on a high note.

Drake Maye News / Larry Brown Sports / August 16

Video: Drake Maye picked fans’ fantasy football draft order

Drake Maye can do it all. Maye was getting set to sign some autographs for fans after one of the New England Patriots’ practices this week. Rather than ask for an autograph, one fan had an even better request.

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / August 16

Reporter says Stefon Diggs is 'becoming a bit of a pain' for Patriots

The New England Patriots are hoping Stefon Diggs will be a huge difference-maker for their offense, but it sounds like there could be some skepticism growing around the star wide receiver with the regular season quickly approaching.

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