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New England Patriots owner makes promise for 2025, after ‘two worst seasons’ of his tenure

Robert Kraft is one of the most decorated owners in NFL history, having owned the Patriots through their domination of the 2000s, but the last few years haven’t quite been as kind to him.

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'We have to change that' — Robert Kraft is tired of narrative around the Patriots and makes intriguing promise to the fans

Robert Kraft bought the New England Patriots back in 1994. Two years later, they were in the Super Bowl. Over the next decade, the team would start building one of the greatest dynasties in NFL history.

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The 'Most rushing yards in an NFL season' quiz

How many of the players who rushed for the most yards in an NFL season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 1,000-receiving yard season by NFL team' quiz

The 'Receiving-yard leaders by NFL franchise' quiz

The 'AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year award winners' quiz

Christian Elliss News / New England Patriots on SI / June 25

Patriots Defender Could be Surprise Starter

The New England Patriots have definitely transformed their defense this offseason, but they still have a few holdovers from last year that could make noise in 2025.

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NFL quarterbacks who were replaced by future Hall of Famers

We covered how difficult it can be to replace a franchise quarterback . Conversely, here are the players displaced by the arrivals of Hall of Fame passers throughout NFL history.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 25

Patriots Urged to Make Blockbuster Trade for All-Pro WR

While most of the dust has settled around the New England Patriots' offseason and their major changes to come with it, perhaps this team could still have one move up their sleeve in an effort to upgrade this roster in one major way in the weeks leading up to training camp.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Patriots Predicted to Cut Ties With Veteran Wide Receiver

The New England Patriots are facing a difficult challenge of finding enough roster spots for their crowded wide receiver group. According to Bleacher Report’s Alex Kay, veteran wide receiver Kendrick Bourne is one player at risk of being cut.

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

Patriots Have Unsurprising DPOY Candidate

The New England Patriots' defense should certainly be better this year than it was last season thanks to a multitude of additions via free agency and the NFL Draft, but that doe s not necessarily mean the Patriots were loaded with bums on that side of the ball in 2024.

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

Patriots Tabbed for Awkward Reunion With Former Defender

The New England Patriots desperately needed to address their pass rush this offseason, as they finished last in the NFL with just 28 sacks in 2024. It's also important to remember that Christian Barmore is slated to be back on the field for New England in Week 1, and hopefully, he is able to stay healthy.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Patriots Reportedly Sign UFL Offensive Lineman

The New England Patriots' offensive line was atrocious in 2024. It was a need the team addressed this offseason by signing center Garrett Bradbury and offensive tackle Morgan Moses, and then drafting offensive tackle Will Campbell in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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

Patriots Weapon Gets Honest on Offense's New Direction

The New England Patriots have completely overhauled their offense heading into 2025, adding a bunch of new players and also bringing in a new offensive coordinator in Josh McDaniels (even though this will mark his third stint with the franchise).

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Former Patriots' Linebacker Gives Reality Check in 10-Word Message

There has been a lot of hype around the New England Patriots this offseason. With quarterback Drake Maye entering his second year in the league, after finishing a promising rookie season in 2024, and a new regime in New England, the offseason has had a lot of positivity.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 24

1 perfect New England Patriots move to fill out roster before 2025 training camp

Few NFL franchises have undergone as dramatic a transformation this offseason as the New England Patriots. With Mike Vrabel taking the reins, a league-high cap space, and an influx of young talent led by second-year quarterback Drake Maye, the Patriots are clearly charting a new course.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Two Patriots WRs Drafted in 2024 Could Be Cut

The New England Patriots have made an effort to overhaul their wide receiver room in recent years, but that could leave some recent draft picks without a roster spot.