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A.J. Brown News / Stadium Rant / October 15
A.J. Brown Returning To Practice After Four Weeks
With the 2026 season of the NFL entering week six, this means that there is a particular time limit that is running out. A.J. Brown’s medical leave is
Drake Maye News / Athlon Sports / October 15
'Backyard Boogie': New England's Offensive Chemistry Unlocking Drake Maye and New England's Attack
After an abysmal 1-2 start to the 2026 season, the New England Patriots have found their groove offensively. Over three weeks, New England’s offense was among the NFL’s worst, averaging just 12.0 points per game, ranking 31st in the league and dead last in rushing success rate at 28.4%.
Christian Gonzalez News / Athlon Sports / October 15
How Christian Gonzalez Used His Injury Absence to Grow as New England's Secondary Leader
New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez has not played in the last two games against the Buffalo Bills and Las Vegas Raiders as he was recovering from a shoulder injury.
The '35-TD, 10-INT NFL seasons' quiz
How many of the NFL quarterbacks to toss 35 touchdowns and 10 interceptions in the same season can you name in five minutes?
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.
A.J. Brown News / Athlon Sports / October 15
When A.J. Brown Returns to Patriots Lineup, Who is the Odd Man Out?
Whether it is Sunday at home against the New York Jets or Thursday night in Chicago, A.J. Brown is coming back. Brown practiced on Wednesday as a limited participant and tracks for an immediate return to the lineup from injured reserve.
Tom Brady News / Athlon Sports / October 15
Tom Brady Makes New England Patriots Decision
The New England Patriots got off to a rough start this season, losing to the Seattle Seahawks 13-10 in Week 1 and getting blown out 35-6 by the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 3.
NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / October 15
Patriots Face Trap Game vs. Solid Jets Defense
The New England Patriots have rarely had trouble with the New York Jets over the years. Especially during the Bill Belichick era, there was never trepidation about heading to MetLife Stadium (or hosting the Jets at Gillette Stadium).
Drake Maye News / Athlon Sports / October 15
After Two Pressure-Free Weeks, Drake Maye and the Patriots Prep for Attacking New York Jets
The one number that stands out in Week 6 with the Jets coming to town is 38 percent, the blitz percentage for New York this season. Aaron Glenn’s defense has been on the attack all year, blitzing over 50 percent of the time a week ago in the win vs.
A.J. Brown News / New England Patriots on SI / October 15
3 Winners, 4 Losers of A.J. Brown's Potential Return to Patriots Roster
On Wednesday, New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel officially activated A.J. Brown's return to play period, meaning that he can be elevated off of the injured reserve anytime in the next 21 days.
New England Patriots News / Field Level Media / October 14
Patriots hope to get A.J. Brown back ahead of clash with stingy Jets
Wide receiver A.J. Brown could be on the field Sunday when the New England Patriots host the New York Jets in an AFC East matchup in Foxborough, Mass. Brown practiced on Wednesday for the first time since sustaining a high ankle sprain in New England's 13-10 Week 1 loss to Seattle.
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.
New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / October 14
He's Back (At Practice): Mike Vrabel Offers Promising Injury Update on A.J. Brown, Christian Gonzalez, and Marcus Bryant
The New England Patriots have been decimated by injuries this season, with 13 players on Injured Reserve. On Wednesday, however, head coach Mike Vrabel gave some great news on the return of two players: superstar receiver A.J.
New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / October 14
Patriots' Christian Gonzalez, Will Campbell Provide Encouraging Week 6 Outlook
After a shaky start to the season, the New England Patriots have gotten back on track with two big AFC wins in a row. The one big concern that threatens their newfound groove is injuries.
A.J. Brown News / Field Level Media / October 14
Patriots open 21-day practice window for WR A.J. Brown
The New England Patriots have opened the 21-day practice window for wide receiver A.J. Brown, head coach Mike Vrabel told reporters on Wednesday. Brown has been sidelined since sustaining a high-ankle sprain during the second half of the Patriots' 13-10 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in the teams' season opener on Sept.
Christian Gonzalez News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 14
Patriots’ Christian Gonzalez receives injury update after missing Week 5
The New England Patriots have been playing some solid football in recent weeks, improving to 3-2 over the weekend with a home win over the Las Vegas Raiders.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / October 14
Patriots' A.J. Brown takes a big step toward return to the field
Brown has been on injured reserve since suffering a high ankle sprain during the team's Week 1 game.
New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / October 14
Pats Designate A.J. Brown For Return
Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown has been on IR with a high ankle sprain for almost the whole season, but he is nearing a return. The Patriots are opening Brown’s 21-day practice window on Wednesday, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald reports.
New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 14
3 players Patriots must target at 2026 NFL trade deadline
The New England Patriots acted swiftly after TreVeyon Henderson suffered a high ankle sprain during Sunday’s 45-17 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, and they added former Chargers running back Hassan Haskins to their practice squad.
New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / October 14
The New England Patriots are guaranteed a win no matter how things play out in the wake of one unfortunate injury
The New England Patriots spent a first-round pick on a tackle with all the traits. The question was always how quickly he’d be ready. We now get to find out.
New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / October 14
Could Elijah Ponder, Gabe Jacas be the Patriots Defensive Ends of the Future?
One of the offseason needs identified most commonly by analysts for the New England Patriots was their lack of talent and development at edge rusher. However, through five games this season, the personnel the Patriots are putting out on Sundays have shown that defensive ends may not be as big of a need as people thought.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / October 14
Patriots reporter shares A.J. Brown update after Mike Vrabel comments
Brown's potential return continues to hover over the Patriots.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / October 13
Patriots' Drake Maye opens up about how he handled criticism amid early season struggles
Maye may or may not have been dealing with confidence issues as he produced lackluster performances over the season's first three weeks.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / October 13
Patriots get concerning injury update on TreVeyon Henderson
Henderson was injured during Sunday's win over the Las Vegas Raiders.
New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / October 12
Mike Vrabel addresses Drake Maye's decision-making after Patriots' win over Raiders
Vrabel touched upon Maye's decision-making over the past two weeks of the campaign.
Will Campbell News / Pro Football Rumors / October 11
Patriots LT Will Campbell Could Miss Time With Possible Knee Sprain
When the Patriots drafted Utah’s Caleb Lomu near the end of the first round this year, it seemed clear that the plan was for him to eventually take over for 35-year-old veteran right tackle Morgan Moses.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7
Patriots' Kevin Byard III expands on Mike Vrabel's use of Allen Iverson clip before Bills game
The Patriots were coming off a 35-6 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sept. 27.
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