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Eliot Wolf provides a peek behind the curtain into New England Patriots’ thought process in first round of 2026 NFL Draft

The New England Patriots will have to wait awhile for their first-round pick, but their approach to their pick is a smart one. The New England Patriots won’t make their pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft until No.

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Skip Bayless fuels AJ Brown to Patriots rumors amid calling out Dianna Russini’s reporting style

Skip Bayless has reignited debate around Dianna Russini’s reporting while also linking the discussion to ongoing AJ Brown to New England speculation. The situation has already drawn attention following the controversy involving Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel.

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The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most INT's in a first NFL start' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL interceptions leaders' quiz

The 'Longest NFL receptions of 2025' quiz

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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, pass-rusher debate, more

Steelers eyeing small-school standout who could be a hidden gem

Steelers' potential 2026 NFL Draft plans contradict claims about QB Will Howard

Concerns surrounding Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys' favor

Jeremiyah Love hypes fellow Notre Dame RB Jadarian Price ahead of draft

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / April 14

Former Pats player has strong reaction to potential Vrabel-Russini controversy

Former Patriots player has strong reaction to potential Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini controversy

Photos recently surfaced showing Vrabel and Russini holding hands, hugging and lounging near a pool at a resort in Sedona, Ariz., earlier this spring.

The Athletic staffers reportedly took issue with publication's 'unnecessarily messy' response to Dianna Russini-Mike Vrabel hotel photos

It's not 'business as usual' for Patriots amid Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini storyline

Patriots may draft a true A.J. Brown alternative

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Super Bowl losing coaches' quiz

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

Patriots Draft Profile: Dametrious Crownover Provides Tackle Depth

While the New England Patriots’ offensive line had its share of struggles throughout the 2025 NFL season, they were unfortunately at their worst under the bright glare of the global spotlight.

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

How One Play In 2022 Led Army WR To Patriots' Local Pro Day

Back in 2022, New England Patriots assistant special teams coordinator Tom Quinn was on the Army coaching staff. The longtime NFL coach was working with the West Point football program on game management and analytics, when Noah Short -- then a freshman nickel cornerback -- blocked a punt in the Army-Navy Game for a touchdown.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

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.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

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Would Patriots make this draft decision instead of trading for Brown?

Would Patriots make this draft decision instead of trading for Eagles' A.J. Brown?

Since this past winter, multiple reporters and analysts have made it seem as if the Patriots are waiting until after June 1 to acquire Brown for reasons related to the salary cap.

Eagles could select different type of A.J. Brown replacement during 2026 NFL Draft

It's not 'business as usual' for Patriots amid Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini storyline

Reporter shares if NFL could discipline Patriots HC Mike Vrabel over viral hotel photos with Dianna Russini

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Most 100-yard, 1-TD catch NFL games leaders' quiz

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The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz

The 'Masters runners-up since 2000' quiz

The 'NBA top-seed top-scorers' quiz

Mike Vrabel News / New England Patriots on SI / April 13

How Mike Vrabel Is Helping Patriots Prepare For NFL Draft

It's business as usual for the New England Patriots ahead of the NFL Draft, and nothing appears to be changing that mindset. As for head coach Mike Vrabel, he continues to help with the Patriots' pre-draft plans before the eventual start of the draft on April 23.

New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / April 13