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Another Patriots affair in the making? Christian Gonzalez misses OTAs amid heated talks

Christian Gonzalez hasn’t shown up for New England’s voluntary OTAs this year, and while there are football implications, it’s really a contract issue first.

A.J. Brown News / A to Z Sports / June 5

The Patriots already have an A.J. Brown problem on their hands just days after he joined the team and it’s something to worry about

A.J. Brown has been known to stir things up both on and off the football field. His latest admission should be a cause of concern for the Patriots. The New England Patriots already have an A.J.

Kayshon Boutte News / New England Patriots on SI / June 5

Patriots Trade Rumors: What Happens To Kayshon Boutte This Summer?

The New England Patriots may not be done adjusting their wide receiver room this offseason. After bringing in AJ Brown in a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles this week, the Patriots could potentially move on from Kayshon Boutte in similar fashion.

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The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

Some of the greatest players in NFL history have graced the cover of "Madden." How many of these players can you name in five minutes?

The 'Offensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most career passing touchdowns' quiz

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

Former Patriots DB/KR Vic Purvis Dies at 82

Vic Purvis, the quarterback-turned-defensive back who played two seasons with the Boston Patriots in the AFL, died on May 31 following a prolonged battle with Alzheimers, his alma mater Southern Miss announced.

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 5

Jason Kelce breaks silence about Eagles trading A.J. Brown to Patriots

During the latest edition of the "New Heights" podcast, Kelce addressed his former team trading Brown to the New England Patriots earlier this week.

Why DeVonta Smith rejects idea of being Eagles' A.J. Brown replacement

Theories emerge for why Patriots were quick to trade with Eagles for A.J. Brown

Patriots' Eliot Wolf makes big admission about A.J. Brown concern after trade with Eagles

The 'Most 1,400-yard NFL seasons' quiz

Stefon Diggs News / Larry Brown Sports / June 4

Notable update emerges on Stefon Diggs’ future

AJ Brown’s arrival in New England might not necessarily prevent them from bringing back Stefon Diggs. The veteran wide receiver Diggs could end up back on the Patriots before long, New England sports personality Paul Fitzgerald reported on Thursday.

NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / June 4

Patriots’ Josh McDaniels Has Historically High Hopes for A.J. Brown

New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels is certainly well-versed in the art of coaching prolific pass-catchers. For much of the team’s

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 4

Patriots Cheerleaders Have 'Invincible' Mindset Heading Into 2026

New England Patriots Cheerleaders manager Driss Dallahi had a quick and easy word come to mind when he was asked about the mindset of this year's team -- "invincible." The makeup of this year's squad is unique, in that eight rookies are part of the group, an unusually high number.

New England Patriots News / NFL Analysis Network / June 4

A.J. Brown’s first Patriots practice was a quiet four-snap acclimation day, and that was the plan

A.J. Brown’s first practice as a Patriot was deliberately low-key. He passed his physical, worked through positional drills, played a handful of team snaps and caught his first pass from Drake Maye, giving New England its first live checkpoint before mandatory minicamp.

Mike Vrabel News / Total Pro Sports / June 4

Mike Vrabel Left 'Devastated' As New England Patriots Lose $15-Million Superstar Player To 'Awful' Season-Ending Injury At OTAs

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel suffered a big loss ahead of the 2026 NFL season. The Patriots just acquired star wide receiver AJ Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday.

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

Christian Gonzalez News / NFL Analysis Network / June 4

Christian Gonzalez is skipping Patriots OTAs for the first time in his career, with a looming extension the holdup

Christian Gonzalez’s absence from New England’s voluntary OTAs is a contract story before it is a football one: the first time he has skipped the voluntary program in his career, with a top-of-market extension the clear sticking point.

Stefon Diggs News / Yardbarker / June 4

Could Stefon Diggs still end up with Patriots?

The New England Patriots addressed one of their primary needs this offseason. They signed former Packers WR Romeo Doubs and completed a blockbuster trade for Eagles star A.J. Brown. Could Diggs still return to the team?

Patriots' Mike Vrabel addresses Christian Gonzalez's potential holdout

Patriots' A.J. Brown opens up about reunion with Mike Vrabel

Report: Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte interested in trade

The 'NFL playoff receptions leaders' quiz