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On YouTubeMike Vrabel News / PatsFans.com / January 13
Vrabel Forges Patriots Selfless Identity, Shames ‘Standing Around’ into Relentless Effort
One of the things that was notable on Sunday night was the fact that we saw guys flying around on the defensive side of the football, along with a solid job on the offensive side, with players making several critical blocks and helping the skill players pick up tough yards.
Ja'Whaun Bentley News / New England Patriots on SI / January 13
Former Patriots LB Ja'Whaun Bentley Clarifies Retirement Status
Former New England Patriots linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley wants you to know that his playing career is far from over. The former team captain, who spent seven seasons with New England, took to social media this week to announce that he is in fact not retired from the NFL -- "NOT Retired," he wrote on X.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / January 13
Two Former Patriots QBs Drafted In UFL
The United Football League is prepping for the 2026 season, and the first stage of their upcoming draft process was completed. Each of the eight teams
The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz
How many of the NFL quarterbacks to throw and rush for at least one touchdown in multiple playoff games can you name in five minutes?
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / January 13
Patriots Met With Three Prospects At Hula Bowl
Although the New England Patriots are beginning to prep for their upcoming AFC Divisional Round matchup against the Houston Texans, that doesn't mean that they also haven't begun scouting for next year.
The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run
Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.
The 'Winning NFL playoff debuts' quiz
How many of the NFL quarterbacks to emerge victorious from their first start in the postseason in the Super Bowl Era (since 1966) can you name eight minutes?
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / January 13
Patriots Rookie Kicker Proves Stability in Win
FOXBOROUGH, MA. — When the New England Patriots offense looked to by stymied by a potent Los Angeles Chargers pass with during the teams’ Wild Card Round showdown at Gillette Stadium, they turned to rookie kicker Andy Borregales for stability — as well as points.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / January 13
Mike Vrabel, Patriots players praise fans after curious Stefon Diggs comment
New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs raised some eyebrows when he curiously said he felt the crowd "could have been a little louder" during the team's playoff win over the Chargers. It appears not everybody associated with the Patriots agrees with Diggs' assessment.
Mike Vrabel News / New England Patriots on SI / January 13
Patriots Defense Forced Chargers Into Embarrassing Confession
When Mike Vrabel took the reins in New England, he wasted no time stacking his coaching staff, highlighted by the hire of Terrell Williams as defensive coordinator.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / January 13
Eight Unsung Heroes in Patriots' Playoff Win Over Chargers
For the first time since the days of Tom Brady and Bill Belichick, the New England Patriots have won a playoff game. Amidst an electric wildcard weekend, the New England Patriots' matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers promised fireworks but fell far short.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
Christian Gonzalez News / Athlon Sports / January 13
Patriots Announce Christian Gonzalez Update Amid NFL Playoffs
The New England Patriots are preparing for their upcoming home matchup against the Houston Texans in the AFC Divisional Round after the latter beat the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday night.
New England Patriots News / The SportsRush / January 12
'Nobody Else Understood': Devin McCourty Revisits Tom Brady’s ‘Special Bond’ With Bill Belichick
Thanks to the efforts of Drake Maye and the New England Patriots, a lot of people are fighting bouts of déjà vu right now. For the first time since 2016, the Patriots have finally managed to claim a 14-win regular season record and a top-two seed in the AFC playoff race.
NFL News / Stadium Rant / January 12
The Patriots Defense Dominates The Chargers In Their First Playoff Win Since 2019
The New England Patriots‘ defense wreaked havoc against Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers, defeating them 16-3 and generating an impressive 30 pressures, according to PFF, on Sunday.
New England Patriots News / The Lead / January 12
The Patriots’ Defense Stepped Up When It Mattered Most
In a season that’s been defined by MVP chants for Drake Maye and an explosive Patriots offense, it was the other side of the ball that stepped up during Wild Card weekend.
Drake Maye News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 12
AFC Notes: Josh Allen, Drake Maye, Bills, Patriots
Bills Bills QB Josh Allen scored on first down, leaving the Jaguars time on the clock, yet S Cole Bishop was able to secure an interception on the following pass, so the debate on whether it was the correct call only lasted a short time.
Hunter Henry News / New England Patriots on SI / January 12
Patriots’ Hunter Henry Tells All About First Playoff Touchdown
In a Wild Card game filled with the New England Patriots and Los Angeles Chargers trading jabs via field goal, the final blow came from a former Charger.
Christian Gonzalez News / Field Level Media / January 12
Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez in concussion protocol
New England Patriots standout cornerback Christian Gonzalez will begin the week of the team's divisional round matchup in the concussion protocol, coach Mike Vrabel told reporters Monday.
Mike Vrabel News / Yardbarker / January 13
Mike Vrabel sends warning to Patriots after playoff win over Chargers
Vrabel had an honest assessment of his team's performance.
Milton Williams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 12
Milton Williams barks about ‘f***ing dogs’ who’ve changed everything for the Patriots
On Sunday, the New England Patriots came out on top against the LA Chargers 16-3 in the AFC Wild Card game. As a result, they are headed to the Divisional Round on Jan.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / January 13
Why Stefon Diggs wasn't happy with Patriots fans after win over Chargers
The New England Patriots won the first playoff game they hosted since January 2020 when they notched a 16-3 wild-card victory over the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday.
Drake Maye News / Athlon Sports / January 12
Patriots QB Drake Maye Makes Admission After NFL Playoff Win
The New England Patriots advanced to the AFC Divisional Round on Sunday after a 16–3 win over the Los Angeles Chargers, with Drake Maye joining Tom Brady as the only Patriots quarterback to win his playoff debut in the past 35 years.
New England Patriots News / The SportsRush / January 12
'I Stand By It': Patriots Rookie Will Campbell Claims He’d ‘Die’ for Drake Maye
It’s hard not to be excited when you hear your name called on night one of the NFL Draft. After all, it is a calling towards a potential future that would include trophies, fame, and millions of dollars.
New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 10
Patriots Elevate Two From Practice Squad
The Patriots announced the elevation of two players from the practice squad, DT Leonard Taylor and WR Jeremiah Webb. Taylor, 26, was a two-year starter at Miami and earned honorable mention All-ACC in 2022.
New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / January 9
Stefon Diggs’ arraignment postponed past end of playoffs
In the final days of the calendar year, New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs found himself facing legal trouble stemming from an alleged incident in early December.
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