New England Patriots: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

New England Patriots News / Pats Pulpit / September 17

The stats we are using at Pats Pulpit, explained

In order to help you get a better understanding of the New England Patriots and their opponents, we use plenty of statistics. However, without proper explanation, those are merely numbers on a screen and nothing that has any real meaning.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / September 17

Former Patriots FB Nominated For Massachusetts Pirates Hall of Fame

After winning three Super Bowl titles during his playing career, a former New England Patriots draft pick has been handed another honor following it. Fullback Patrick Pass -- who spent seven seasons with the Patriots -- was nominated to the Massachusetts Pirates Hall of Fame.

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Ja'Whaun Bentley News / Pro Football Rumors / September 16

Steelers stay busy, sign Super Bowl-winning defender

The Steelers have added some depth.

Steelers fan base gets an alarming update about T.J. Watt: 'It's even worse'

Tom Brady's dual role could be major loss for fans, headache for NFL

Rams HC Sean McVay suffered notable injury in Week 2

Another NFL team is considering using the tush push

Chiefs' Travis Kelce under fire for wearing Rashee Rice shirt

Carson Wentz set to make NFL history

NFL News / Yardbarker

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2025 season.

Stefon Diggs News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 16

Cardi B gushes over Stefon Diggs, teases attending Patriots games

Cardi B is head over heels for Stefon Diggs. The rapper shared her first impression of the New England Patriots wide receiver on her appearance on the TODAY With Jenna & Friends on Tuesday (Sept.

Drake Maye News / New England Patriots on SI / September 16

Patriots' Drake Maye Showing Major Improvement

The New England Patriots should be excited about what their second-year quarterback did against the Miami Dolphins. In the Week 2 33-27 win over the Dolphins, Drake Maye led three consecutive scoring drives that got them 15 points and a lead very early on in the game.

Christian Gonzalez News / New England Patriots on SI / September 16

Patriots Give Christian Gonzalez Status Update

FOXBOROUGH, MA. — Are the New England Patriots close to welcoming second-team All-Pro cornerback Christian Gonzalez back to the playing field? As the Pats turn their attention to their Week 3 matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Gonzalez’s health and practice status remain perhaps the most pressing question surrounding the team.

Mike Vrabel News / New England Patriots on SI / September 16

Patriots OC Commends Mike Vrabel's Leadership

The New England Patriots brought in an overhauled coaching staff for the 2025 NFL season, one that included both the hire of Mike Vrabel, as well as the return of former longtime offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels to the same position from his time on the Belichick-era staff.

Drake Maye News / New England Patriots on SI / September 16

Patriots HC Praises Drake Maye's Efficiency

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye made waves throughout Week 2 of the 2025-26 NFL season. Sunday saw the Patriots capture their first win of the year, which also happened to be the first franchise win under new head coach Mike Vrabel.

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New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 15

Patriots’ Mike Vrabel gives Terrell Williams update after health scare

The New England Patriots (1-1) were forced to face a talented Miami Dolphins offense without defensive coordinator Terrell Williams, who has been away from the team due to an undisclosed personal reason, but they did enough to earn a win in Hard Rock Stadium for the first time since 2019.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 15

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel has ‘full confidence’ in Andy Borregales despite 2 missed PATs

In the second week of the NFL season, the New England Patriots found a way to win against the Miami Dolphins, 33-27. Drake Maye had three total touchdowns for the Patriots and they scored 10 points in the final eight minutes, including a 90-yard kickoff return touchdown by Antonio Gibson to get the victory.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 15

Fantasy football takeaways from NFL Week 2: Is Ja'Marr Chase in trouble?

Now that the dust has settled from a wild, high-scoring NFL Sunday, let's sift through the madness and break down our four biggest fantasy football takeaways from Week 2.

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Mike Vrabel News / Athlon Sports / September 14

Patriots' Vrabel Expresses 'Confidence' in Embattled Rookie After Week 2 Win

It was a win and that's what matters for the Patriots at this point. A team that has only eight wins in two years is in no position to scoff at the ninth, even if the Week 2 33-27 tally over the Dolphins was sloppy, penalty-marred and as much as result of Miami's mental lapses as it was of the Patriots strong play.

Antonio Gibson News / Field Level Media / September 14

Antonio Gibson TD helps Patriots top Dolphins

Antonio Gibson's 90-yard kickoff return for a touchdown helped the New England Patriots post a 33-27 win over the Miami Dolphins in a Sunday afternoon shootout in Miami Gardens, Fla.

New England Patriots News / Last Word On Sports / September 14

Fire Sale? Patriots Could Trade Veteran Weapon With Week 2 Loss

The New England Patriots desperately need to win Week 2’s matchup against the Miami Dolphins, or they could decide to trade veterans like Austin Hooper for whatever they could get.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / September 13

Patriots Trade Away Former 2nd-Round Pick as Draft Woes Worsen

The Patriots were the most expensive and active team in NFL free agency this offseason, committing more than $350 million in contracts to incoming players.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 13

Patriots suddenly part ways with another member of disastrous draft class

This more or less is a wrap on New England’s disastrous 2024 draft class.

Browns demote Shedeur Sanders in stunning twist: 'Why is he on the team?'

Chiefs have surprising stance on Tyreek Hill trade

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New England Patriots News / PatsFans.com / September 13

Patriots Trade Polk To Saints, Ending His Disappointing Tenure in New England

It appears the New England Patriots aren’t finishing revamping their wide receiver room, with the club making a move on Saturday to thin things out a bit ahead of next offseason.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13

Saints' unusual trade for injured WR a bet on HC Kellen Moore

Saints' unusual trade for injured wide receiver a bet on head coach Kellen Moore

The New Orleans Saints must like what they've seen out of head coach Kellen Moore.

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New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / September 12

Patriots will be without important coach in Week 2

The Patriots will be without a key staffer this weekend as defensive coordinator Terrell Williams will be away from the team for a few days, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

Patriots OC Josh McDaniels hints to offensive game plan change in Week 2 against Dolphins

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New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 11

Patriots Make Two Practice Squad Moves For Week 2

The New England Patriots have released G Mehki Butler from their practice squad and signed G/T Jack Conley to the unit, according to Mike Reiss. Here’s the updated practice squad for the Patriots: CB Miles Battle TE C.J.