Just one week removed from the start of the 2026 NFL year, the state of the New England Patriots union appears to be strong — at least in a financial sense.
More than two years after announcing his NFL retirement, former New England Patriots team captain Matthew Slater continues to be an inspiration. Having spent his entirety of his gridiron tenure with New England, Slater became one of the NFL’s most respected players, both on and off the field.
Entering free agency, the New England Patriots had a growing need at the tight end position. Starter Hunter Henry is one year away from reaching the end of his contract, while backup Austin Hooper was slated to hit the open market.
Legendary New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady has become a vocal supporter of the growth of flag football, even participating in the upcoming Fanatics Flag Football Classic on March 21.
Wide receiver Stefon Diggs was a big piece of the New England Patriots' success during the 2025 NFL season. Despite a Super Bowl loss to the Seattle Seahawks, New England went 14-3 during the regular season and won the AFC East for the first time since 2019.
Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.
New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson had a storybook season in 2025, bouncing back from off-the-field heartbreak and early season miscues to become a true star for the team at the end of the year.
The New England Patriots made several moves during the 2026 free agency period as they continue to reshape their roster. Among those additions, one analyst has identified fullback Reggie Gilliam as the team’s most underrated signing.
The reigning AFC champion Patriots briefly opened a hole at center when they traded 2025 starter Garrett Bradbury to the Bears on March 5. They already had a homegrown replacement in mind in Jared Wilson, who will shift from left guard to the pivot, executive vice president Eliot Wolf told reporters (via Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald).
A New England Patriots defensive tackle had an interesting reaction to the thought of the team adding another player at the position early in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The New England Patriots continue to prioritize bolstering their wide receiver group this offseason, demonstrating a clear commitment to surrounding young quarterback Drake Maye with reliable talent.
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
The draft season is upon us, and the New England Patriots are continuing to work through their big board. With 11 draft picks at their disposal, the defending AFC champions have plenty of room to add potential Patriots in April's draft.
Free agency has slowed quite considerably since the initial onslaught of moves made during the legal tampering period and kickoff of the new league year.
The New England Patriots announced they have signed LS Niko Lalos. The Patriots also officially announced the signing of LB K.J. Britt. Lalos, 28, signed with the Giants as an undrafted free agent out of Dartmouth following the 2020 NFL Draft.
Craig Woodson is getting a nice reward after an impressive rookie campaign with the New England Patriots. The young safety reportedly earned a $1.1 million
The New England Patriots fell one game short of a Super Bowl victory this past season, but they are a team with a bright future while being led by head coach Mike Vrabel.
FOXBOROUGH — The New England Patriots didn’t just spend money in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season; they hedged their bets. Just weeks after a 29-13 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX, Mike Vrabel and the front office signaled a roster overhaul that prioritizes grit over explosiveness.
FOXBOROUGH, MA — The New England Patriots didn’t just land a ballhawk; they secured a veteran who believes the Lombardi trophy is coming back to Massachusetts.
All the Patriots additions so far Signed WR Romeo Doubs: Four-year, $68 million deal Signed G Alijah Vera-Tucker: Three-year, $42 million deal Signed EDGE
The New England Patriots have had an eventful start to free agency, taking steps to help keep the team in title contention, but they are searching for a handful of missing pieces to truly elevate their roster heading into next season.
For the new season in 2026, the Patriots did make some moves to enhance their receiving corps, but they are still involved in conversations about acquiring A.J.
FOXBOROUGH — The New England Patriots didn’t wait long to find a new primary target for Drake Maye. Just days after releasing veteran Stefon Diggs, the Patriots officially signed former Packers wideout Romeo Doubs to a four-year, $68 million contract.