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Mike Vrabel did not mince words about Patriots’ defense

New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel was not happy with what he saw from his defense on Saturday, and he was not shy about saying it. Vrabel took the unusual step of calling a timeout with 1:53 to go in the first quarter of Saturday’s preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass.

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Patriots Reveal New Christian Gonzalez Contract Update

New England Patriots executive vice president of player personnel Eliot Wolf offered the team’s latest public comments on the ongoing contract talks with star cornerback Christian Gonzalez during a preseason contest this past weekend.

Kyle Williams News / New England Patriots on SI / August 23

Speed Alone Might Earn Patriots WR Kyle Williams a Roster Spot

Kyle Williams spent parts of training camp repping as the New England Patriots' seventh wide receiver. The speedster, taken in the third round last year, didn't have a strong start to his summer.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Four Patriots Whose Stock Rose in Saturday Night Win over Eagles

Figuring that New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel sticks to the script and gives the starters a true game experience in next Thursday night’s exhibition finale at Cleveland, Saturday night was a giant moment for a handful of guys attempting to make the team.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / August 23

3 Risers, 3 Fallers From Patriots' Preseason Win Over Eagles: Young RB, WR Step Up

FOXBORO --- The first New England Patriots victory of the 2026 NFL (pre)season has hit the history books. The Patriots took down the Philadelphia Eagles 24-21 on Saturday night, in about as "thrilling" of a fashion a preseason game can be.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Mike Vrabel Lays Down the Challenge to Rookie Gabe Jacas After Tough Saturday Night

For the second straight week when New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel was asked about rookie edge Gabe Jacas, the boss quickly pivoted to special teams talk.

Nick DeGennaro News / New England Patriots on SI / August 23

Nick DeGennaro, Patriots Undrafted WRs Shine Bright in Comeback Win

FOXBORO --- Nick DeGennaro ran untouched to the end zone and fell to his knees. The New England Patriots rookie wide receiver just scored his first NFL touchdown, and it was to complete a game-winning drive to beat the Philadelphia Eagles, 24-21.

Mike Vrabel News / EssentiallySports / August 23

'I Wanted to Get This off My Chest': Mike Vrabel Calls Out Patriots Players Mid-game After Narrow Win Over Eagles

It’s only preseason, but the New England Patriots struggled and already left Mike Vrabel sweating. Definitely, they defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 24-21 on August 22; however, the Patriots’ defensive struggles left a sour taste.

Behren Morton News / New England Patriots on SI / August 23

Patriots Rookie QB Punts, Leads 'Awesome' Game-Winning Drive vs. Eagles

FOXBORO --- When the New England Patriots drafted Behren Morton in the seventh round of April's NFL Draft, the team may not have anticipated him getting work as a punter in the preseason.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Christian Gonzalez News / Pro Football Rumors / August 22

Patriots Still Aiming For Christian Gonzalez Extension

In the immediate aftermath of Devon Witherspoon‘s market-resetting Seahawks extension, it became clear no deal was imminent between the Patriots and fellow 2023 draftee Christian Gonzalez.

Marcus Bryant News / New England Patriots on SI / August 22

Patriots OT Marcus Bryant Leaves Game With Ankle Injury: What We Know Right Now

FOXBORO --- The New England Patriots will have to go the rest of their preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles without an offensive starter. Starting right tackle Marcus Bryant went down on the team's first drive of the game and was looked at by members of the Patriots' medical staff.

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A.J. Brown News / EssentiallySports / August 22

'He’s Not That Guy': A.J. Brown Can’t Live Up to Stefon Diggs in Patriots Offense, Says 3x Super Bowl Champ

After years of inconsistency on offense, the New England Patriots finally have a direction. Yet, as expectations begin to rise, one question continuously lingers: whether the Patriots can gain the reliability that once kept the offense going in crucial situations.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

Steelers and CB Joey Porter Jr. seem to be at contract stalemate

The Pittsburgh Steelers have spent the offseason locking in several of their young players to long-term contract extensions, but Joey Porter Jr. may have to wait.

Why Steelers' Mason Rudolph is jealous of Will Howard, Drew Allar

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

There might finally be a trade partner for Patriots' Kayshon Boutte

The New England Patriots went from having one of the most underwhelming wide receiver corps in the league to having more mouths than they can feed.

Drake Maye's Patriots teammate emerges as favorite to be traded

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Drake Maye News / Yardbarker / August 21

Was Drake Maye ranked too high or too low at No. 11 in NFL Top 100?

After a breakout 2025 campaign that saw Maye lead the Patriots to the Super Bowl and finish as the league's runner-up, does his No. 11 ranking warrant a higher or lower spot?

Drake Maye's Patriots teammate emerges as favorite to be traded

Eagles' Jalen Hurts discusses feelings about Patriots' A.J. Brown, advice for Drake Maye

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New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 21

3 surprise Patriots 2026 preseason roster cuts to watch out for before Week 1

There are changes on the New England Patriots roster that are not usually associated with a Super Bowl team. The Pats certainly gained respect around the NFL last year for their rise from worst to first in the AFC East and their continued run to the AFC Championship.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / August 21

2026 Patriots Draft Class: Who's Locked up a Spot? Who is Still Battling for One?

The key, two-day, joint practices are in the books for the New England Patriots, whose top half of the roster is now pointed to the regular season while the bottom half continues the fight for jobs.

New England Patriots News / EssentiallySports / August 21

'You Don’t Have to Succumb': 2x Patriots Super Bowl Champ Embraces Freedom After ESPN Firing

Damien Woody’s 15-year run at ESPN came to an end last week when the network chose not to renew his contract, joining a host of former figures laid off by the network this year.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 20

Drake Maye's Patriots teammate emerges as favorite to be traded

Quarterback Drake Maye and the New England Patriots are hoping to make it back to the big game.

A.J. Brown, Patriots win battle vs. Eagles in joint practice

Jalen Hurts struggles during Eagles-Patriots joint practice

Eagles' Jalen Hurts discusses feelings about Patriots' A.J. Brown, advice for Drake Maye

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 20

Eagles' Hurts discusses feelings about Pats' Brown, advice for Maye

Eagles' Jalen Hurts discusses feelings about Patriots' A.J. Brown, advice for Drake Maye

Questions about the working relationship between Hurts and Brown hovered over the Eagles for years before the Eagles officially traded Brown to the Patriots this past June.

A.J. Brown, Patriots win battle vs. Eagles in joint practice

Patriots' A.J. Brown addresses potential closure after facing Eagles in joint practice

Rams' A.J. Brown decision changes how Eagles trade should be viewed

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New England Patriots News / Lindy's Sports / August 20

239 New England Patriots Fantasy Football Names Worth Drafting

For years, New England Patriots fans could reach for a fantasy team name built around Tom Brady, Rob Gronkowski or Randy Moss. Plenty of good options there, and most of them got used.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

Three NFL quarterbacks who need a massive comeback in 2026

Some NFL quarterbacks enter a new season chasing awards or postseason glory. But three starting quarterbacks need to prove that one difficult year did not permanently change their careers.

Three NFL quarterbacks primed to deliver their best seasons yet

Why Commanders feel David Blough can help Jayden Daniels make leap

Bears' Ben Johnson gives update on major Caleb Williams concern

Steelers want to see this from Will Howard with roster spot in jeopardy

Drew Brees reveals if he thinks Eli Manning should be in Hall of Fame

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 19

Jalen Hurts struggles during Eagles-Patriots joint practice

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been one of the most criticized players at his position since he took over as the full-time starter in 2021. With good reason.

A.J. Brown, Patriots win battle vs. Eagles in joint practice

Rams' A.J. Brown decision changes how Eagles trade should be viewed

Tom Brady calls out NFL players for skipping preseason games

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