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Cam Newton Shares Brutally Honest Take on Life Under Bill Belichick

After spending just one season with the New England Patriots, former NFL MVP Cam Newton is still reflecting on what it was like to play under legendary coach Bill Belichick.

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Patriots game-by-game predictions after 2026 NFL Schedule release

After years of searching for stability in the post-Tom Brady era, the New England Patriots suddenly look like a legitimate AFC heavyweight again. Of course, this is fueled by the rapid rise of Drake Maye and an upgraded supporting cast.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 15

Tom Brady set for return to New England in Patriots' Week 9 clash with Packers

The NFL officially revealed its 2026 schedule on Thursday, and there are several games that immediately stood out and have fans itching for the season to start already.

Saints to begin 2026 NFL season with major test in Week 1

Packers do not get any favors with brutal 2026 schedule

Chicago Bears 2026 schedule officially revealed

The 'Replacements for notable NFL QBs' quiz

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The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz

The 'Active NFL rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'NFL franchise rushing-TD leaders' quiz

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / May 14

Ranking Most Important Games on Patriots Schedule

The time has finally arrived — the 2026 New England Patriots schedule has been fully unveiled in its entirety. Key elements of the regular season schedule include opening the season in a Super Bowl LX rematch against the Seattle Seahawks on Sept.

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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

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / May 14

Patriots Officially Reveal 2026 NFL Schedule

The New England Patriots 2026 NFL season has officially been set. After more than a week of rampant speculation, as well as several informational leaks, the NFL has revealed the schedules of its 32 teams during a multiple-hour, primetime event on May 14.

New England Patriots News / Total Apex Sports / May 14

NFL Will Not Intervene In Schedule Release Videos Regarding New England Patriots Head Coach Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini

The NFL loves spectacle and chaos. Schedule release day has quietly become the league’s annual comedy roast, where social media teams fire digital flamethrowers at rivals while pretending it’s all in good fun.

Romeo Doubs News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 14

AFC Notes: Kadyn Proctor, Kenyon Sadiq, Romeo Doubs, Dolphins, Jets, Patriots

Dolphins OC Bobby Slowik talked about first-round OL Kadyn Proctor‘s impressive physique and how the team plans to utilize him initially. “Absolutely massive,” Slowik said, via Dolphins Wire.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / May 14

Newly-Signed Patriots DB Remembers Drake Maye's Rookie Heroics

FOXBORO --- Mike Brown remembers it well. With four seconds left in regulation, the then-Tennessee Titans defensive back was on the field for the final play of the fourth quarter.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 14

Expect Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini jokes in NFL schedule release videos

In about five hours, NFL teams will release their schedule videos for all kinds of funny content on social media. Every single fan who is waiting for the release of the videos will be looking for the memes surrounding Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini.

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

The early-round picks get most of the headlines, but the later rounds are where championships are often built. These 25 late-round picks from the 2026 draft have a chance to make impacts as rookies and beyond.

Jared Wilson News / New England Patriots on SI / May 14

Patriots OL Jared Wilson 'Excited' About Position, Number Change

FOXBORO --- Take the Jared Wilson you knew from last season and throw it out the window. The New England Patriots offensive lineman will look a tad different from his rookie season last year.

A.J. Brown News / HITC / May 14

AJ Brown’s potential trade to New England Patriots receives a date from NFL analyst

Mike Florio has put a clear date on the AJ Brown-to-New England Patriots trade watch, and it comes down to the Eagles’ salary-cap math. The rumor has been around for months, but the timing is what now gives it structure.

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz

The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz

The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 14

Commanders Believed To Still Be Open To Adding At Wide Receiver

Washington has had trouble finding a consistent playmaker opposite Terry McLaurin in the passing game over the last few years. Per ESPN’s John Keim, league sources acknowledged the Commanders could use another receiving playmaker.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 14

Vrabel may not be only reason Eagles' Brown wants to join Pats

Mike Vrabel may not be the only reason Eagles' A.J. Brown wants to join Patriots

Brown didn't hide over the past couple of seasons that he was frustrated with his role in the Philadelphia offense and/or with the play of Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts.

Stefon Diggs linked with four teams amid Patriots, A.J. Brown rumors

A.J. Brown linked with three teams other than the Patriots amid trade rumors

Why Eagles could make franchise-changing Jalen Hurts decision after 2026 season

The 'Super Bowl losing coaches' quiz

New England Patriots News / Field Level Media / May 13