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Patriots rumors: Fantasy football managers will take note of ESPN insider’s Rhamondre Stevenson-TreVeyon Henderson prediction

With Rhamondre Stevenson battling a toe injury, rookie TreVeyon Henderson has taken on an advanced role for the New England Patriots. But when Stevenson does return, he will still have a large role in New England’s running back plans.

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Mike Vrabel goes for eighth straight win, in first season with Patriots

Four years after being named the AP coach of the year with the Titans, Patriots coach Mike Vrabel could be in line to win the award again. He has a chance to bolster his case on Thursday night, when New England hosts the Jets.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 13

Drake Maye earns Josh Allen comp from opposing coach as MVP campaign ramps up

The New England Patriots have been one of the best stories in the NFL this season. New England is on top of the AFC East at 8-2 and immediately look like contenders during Mike Vrabel’s inaugural season as head coach.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / November 13

Rob Gronkowski compares 2025 Patriots to Tom Brady-led dynasty teams

On Wednesday, Gronkowski signed a ceremonial contract to retire as a member of the Patriots. He later spoke with reporters about how this year's New England squad compares to the dynastic Patriots led by legendary quarterback Tom Brady.

Rob Gronkowski shares what makes Patriots' Drake Maye a special QB

All-time great Rob Gronkowski earns 'full-circle' moment with Patriots

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The 'Most TD catches by NFL tight ends' quiz

How many of the 37 tight ends in NFL history to catch at least 40 touchdown passes can you name in five minutes?

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The 'Last 4,000-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

Mike Vrabel News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 13

Jets rumors: How close was Patriots HC Mike Vrabel to taking the New York job?

The New York Jets will take the field Thursday night against a familiar face who nearly became their leader. New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel was closer than many realize to joining Gang Green before returning to New England.

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College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

NFL draft stock is fluid from the start of the college football season until it concludes. These 20 players have risen up draft boards in 2025 as a result of their strong start to the season.

New England Patriots News / Pats Pulpit / November 13

Patriots injury update: Running back group gets good news for Jets game

The New England Patriots are banged up at running back, but they received some good news ahead of their Week 11 clash with the New York Jets. Terrell Jennings, who was listed as questionable entering the game, is expected to be ready to play on Thursday Night Football.

NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / November 13

Patriots Rookie RB Among Five Players to Watch vs. Jets

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — With their Week 11 matchup against the New York Jets set to kick off at Gillette Stadium, the New England Patriots are hoping to continue their winning ways heading into Week 12.

NFL News / Stadium Rant / November 13

NFL Thursday Night Football Preview & Pick ‘Em: New York Jets @ New England Patriots

Week 11 of the 2025 NFL season starts off with a Thursday night matchup between the New York Jets and the New England Patriots. Thursday night has produced plenty of tricky games, especially when they’re between division rivals.

Tom Brady News / Total Apex Sports / November 13

Tom Brady is Getting a Statue, But What About Gronk?

Let’s be real, when you think of the New England Patriots dynasty, two names immediately pop into your head: Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski. The iconic duo terrorized defenses for years, connecting for touchdowns that felt both inevitable and spectacular.

Drake Maye News / ESPN / November 13

Five things that have made Patriots QB Drake Maye an MVP favorite

The former No. 3 pick has impressed with accuracy, mobility and deep passes this season.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / November 13

Rob Gronkowski to Serve as Patriots’ Keeper of the Light

Rob Gronkowski has retired with the New England Patriots. It’s a headline that has warmed the hearts of every Pats fan from Providence, Rhode Island, to Bangor, Maine, and everywhere in between.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / November 13

Three Keys to Victory for Patriots vs. Jets

For the New England Patriots, what could be better than seven wins in a row? Eight wins in a row. The Patriots will be aiming for their eighth consecutive win when they host the New York Jets on Thursday Night Football at Gillette Stadium.

Robert Kraft News / FirstSportz / November 13

Rob Gronkowksi, Who’ll Sign a 1-Day Contract to Retire as a Patriot, Asks Robert Kraft for a Signing Bonus

Rob Gronkowski signed a one-day contract with the New England Patriots to retire with the team that drafted him. During the ceremony, Patriots owner Robert Kraft tried to woo Gronk into signing an extended contract.

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New England Patriots News / The SportsRush / November 13

Tom Brady Gives a 'Shoutout' to Stefon Diggs as Patriots Remain Unbeaten for 7 Weeks

The New England Patriots are enjoying a special season, for the first time since the departure of their crown jewel, Tom Brady. With their 28-23 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, the Patriots extended their unbeaten run to seven straight games, improving to a perfect 5-0 on the road.

NFL News / Total Apex Sports / November 12

New England Patriots Look For 8th Straight Win Against the New York Jets

The AFC East is a funny place. For fifteen straight years, the New England Patriots treated the New York Jets like their personal punching bag. It was a lock, a guarantee.

Rhamondre Stevenson News / Field Level Media / November 12

Patriots rule out RB Rhamondre Stevenson (toe) for clash vs. Jets

New England Patriots starting running back Rhamondre Stevenson will miss his third straight game after being ruled out with a toe injury for Thursday night's home game against the New York Jets.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / November 12

Patriots Rookie Getting Adjusted to NFL Schedule

“This is my first time doing this." New England Patriots first-round rookie Will Campbell has done a lot during his football journey so far, so it's hard to find something that he hasn't ever done.

New England Patriots News / Total Apex Sports / November 12

Rob Gronkowski Officially Retires As a Member Of the New England Patriots

Just when you thought the Rob Gronkowski saga couldn’t get any more, well, Gronk-like, he pulls another classic move. The man, the myth, the touchdown-spiking legend officially hung up his cleats as a member of the New England Patriots, signing a one-day contract that felt more like a family reunion than a press conference.

Mike Vrabel News / New England Patriots on SI / November 12

Former Patriots RB Gets Honest About Mike Vrabel's Success

Craig James never played with Mike Vrabel or was a player under the now-head coach, but the former New England Patriots running back is impressed with how the team's head man is operating in 2025.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / November 12

Gronkowski shares what makes Patriots' Maye a special QB

Rob Gronkowski shares what makes Patriots' Drake Maye a special QB

While speaking with reporters on Wednesday, Rob Gronkowski shared what impressed him during his chat with Drake Maye.

What Patriots' Drake Maye learned during win at rainy Buccaneers stadium

Drake Maye explains Patriots' practice-week decisions before Jets game

All-time great Rob Gronkowski earns 'full-circle' moment with Patriots

Who are the best first-round draft picks for every NFL team?

The 'No. 3 NFL Draft picks since 2000' quiz

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / November 12

Rob Gronkowski Had the Perfect Response to Patriots Owner's New Contract Offer

Robert Gronkowski signed a one-day contract to retire with the New England Patriots on Wednesday after revealing he would officially end his career with his old team, and fired the perfect response after he was offered an extra day.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / November 12