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New England Patriots News / EssentiallySports / September 17
'Guys Have to Step Up': Drake Maye Puts Patriots on Notice After Major Blow to AJ Brown
Week 1 was supposed to be the ultimate redemption arc for Drake Maye and the New England Patriots. It was a chance to avenge their Super Bowl LX heartbreak against the Seattle Seahawks from eight months ago.
Patriots vs. Steelers Could Have Pretty Nasty Weather Sunday
The forecast for this Sunday’s showdown between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots isn’t exactly ideal. As of this Thursday, the forecast for the Steelers-Patriots game shows potential showers in the area.
TreVeyon Henderson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 17
TreVeyon Henderson’s 4-word declaration after returning to Patriots practice will excite fans
The New England Patriots are currently gearing up for their Week 2 game at home against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Patriots are coming off an ugly choke job against the Seattle Seahawks to open up their season last week, but will have a major rest advantage heading into their Pittsburgh matchup.
The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rush for at least 150 yards in a game can you name in five minutes?
Stephon Gilmore News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 17
Former DPOY, Super Bowl champion set to retire as member of Patriots
One of the NFL’s best cornerbacks of his generation is officially calling it a career. Five-time Pro Bowler and former Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore will retire from the NFL on Friday as a member of the New England Patriots, according to Ari Meirov.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Xavier Newman-Johnson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 17
Patriots Signing G Xavier Newman-Johnson
Mike Reiss reports the Patriots are signing G Xavier Newman-Johnson to the practice squad following a visit on Wednesday. Andrew Callahan reported the Patriots are waiving OL Jacob Rizy from the practice squad, which created an open spot for Newman-Johnson.
New England Patriots News / The Spun / September 17
Patriots Owner Robert Kraft Announces $2 Million Donation
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has announced a $2 million donation in the wake of his controversy with rapper Macklemore. Kraft announced that Macklemore was not being allowed to perform as an opening act for Ed Sheeran in a concert at Gillette Stadium later this month.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / September 17
Confidence Meter: How I Feel About Patriots' Run Game Bouncing Back vs. Steelers
For most of the first three quarters of last week's season opener against the Seattle Seahawks, the New England Patriots were doing enough to win the football game.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / September 17
Source: Patriots Release Undrafted Rookie OL, Open Up Roster Spot
The New England Patriots are making some changes to the back-end of their roster. According to a source, the team is releasing undrafted center Jacob Rizy from the practice squad.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 17
Robert Spillane warns Patriots about Steelers' Aaron Rodgers after Week 1
It doesn't sound like Spillane and the Patriots will be taking Rodgers and the Steelers lightly in Week 2.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 17
What the Patriots are Saying About the Steelers Ahead of Week 2
The Pittsburgh Steelers may be entering a new era under Mike McCarthy, but the New England Patriots are preparing for a team that still looks familiar in several important ways.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 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 2026 season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 17
Three playoff contenders in danger of starting 0-2
While an 0-2 start might not be the end of the world, history has not been kind to such teams when it comes to making the playoffs. Three expected playoff teams find themselves in danger of such a start this week.
Mack Hollins News / Pro Football Rumors / September 17
Pats Considered Releasing Mack Hollins?
Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins agreed to amend his contract before the team assembled its initial 53-man roster in late August, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald reports.
Christian Gonzalez News / Athlon Sports / September 17
Patriots’ Christian Gonzalez Could Give Steelers Major Problems in Week 2
The Pittsburgh Steelers opened the 2026 season with a 20-13 win over the Atlanta Falcons, but Week 2 presents a much different challenge. The Steelers will travel to Foxborough to face a New England Patriots defense that features one of the NFL’s premier young cornerbacks in Christian Gonzalez.
New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / September 17
New England Patriots Have No Easy Fix for Their New WR Problem
The New England Patriots will spend at least the next four games trying to replace far more than production after wide receiver A.J. Brown (ankle) went on injured reserve.
New England Patriots News / Music Times / September 17
Ed Sheeran, Robert Kraft and Macklemore Donations Explained: Who Pledged What and Where the Money Goes
Three donation pledges have followed Macklemore's removal from Ed Sheeran's U.S. tour. Macklemore: The rapper says he will give the full $1 million he earned on the Loop Tour to six organizations supporting Palestinians, and he has named them.
Romeo Doubs News / A to Z Sports / September 17
Romeo Doubs embraces his role as a player safety model with his latest decision ahead of second game with the Patriots
Veteran wide receiver has been recognized as player-safety leader, and that won’t change anytime soon. Veteran wide receiver Romeo Doubs was named a Guardian Signature Athlete after signing a partnership with Guardian Sports, the Atlanta-based sports safety equipment company that creates and produces the Guardian Caps.
New England Patriots News / EssentiallySports / September 17
Robert Kraft Pledges $2 Million to Aid Gaza Amid Ed Sheeran-Macklemore Controversy
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft also shares the stage in the Ed Sheeran-Macklemore controversy. Following backlash after the latter artist was dropped as an opening act for Sheeran and subsequently banned from Gillette Stadium, Kraft issued a statement.
New England Patriots News / HITC / September 17
Colin Kaepernick claims Robert Kraft allegedly used the same Macklemore tactics against him in 2017
In light of Robert Kraft getting Macklemore banned from several NFL stadiums, Colin Kaepernick has suggested that the New England Patriots owner did the same to him.
Romeo Doubs News / HITC / September 17
Patriots legend Rob Gronkowski reacts to his iconic No. 87 being worn by new WR Romeo Doubs
The New England Patriots handed off the legendary No. 87 worn by four-time Super Bowl Champion TE Rob Gronkowski to new WR Romeo Doubs in the 2026 offseason.
Sam Darnold News / Yardbarker / September 16
Seahawks remain optimistic about Sam Darnold despite latest news
Although Darnold went down early in the Seattle Seahawks' season-opening game, his team still seems to be holding out hope for a quick return, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 16
Patriots linked to desperate move in A.J. Brown's absence
The New England Patriots lost their biggest offseason addition in the season opener. Should they make this move in response?
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / September 16
Drake Maye addresses moving on from mistakes against Seahawks, loss of A.J. Brown
Maye discussed a disappointing season opener as well as losing his top weapon.
New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 14
Patriots Made Four PS Moves, Cut RB Hassan Haskins
The New England Patriots announced they have signed WR Chandler Brayboy and OLB Xavier Holmes to the practice squad. To make room, they released RB Hassan
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14
Patriots' Mike Vrabel expands on Drake Maye's mental mistakes after loss to Seahawks
Maye tossed three costly interceptions in the fourth quarter of what became a 13-10 season-opening loss at the Seattle Seahawks on Sept. 9.
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