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New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / August 28

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel responds to question about what addition of QB Tommy DeVito means for former Tennessee Vols QB Josh Dobbs

The New England Patriots added a third quarterback to the roster this week after landing former New York Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito via waivers. The

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / August 28

Patriots Introduce NFL Nike Rivalries Uniform

Thursday morning saw Nike and the NFL reveal eight new uniforms for the inaugural NFL "Rivalries" group. According to ESPN, teams from the AFC East and NFC West will wear special uniforms during a single home game against a division rival.

New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / August 28

New England Patriots find a defensive difference maker that HC Mike Vrabel is going to love in latest 2026 NFL mock draft

The Mike Vrabel return to the New England Patriots this offseason has created as much buzz with the program as we have seen since Bill Belichick left. With franchise quarterback Drake Maye now in place, and the new energy around Foxborough, it appears that the expectations for the Patriots are trending upward.

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New England Patriots News / Pats Pulpit / August 28

Patriots reveal new alternate ‘Rivalries’ uniform for 2025 NFL season

The New England Patriots will debut some new alternate uniforms this season. As part of the NFL’s “Rivalries” campaign, they will don don a special Nor’Easter-themed look for a Week 11 matchup with their AFC East rivals, the New York Jets.

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Which NFL teams have the longest Super Bowl droughts?

No sporting event can match the Super Bowl. It’s the biggest annual event in sports, and frankly, in culture. Television ratings don’t lie on that front.

New England Patriots News / Last Word On Sports / August 28

The Shocking Stat About the Horrible Patriots 2022 NFL Draft Class

Former Patriots head coach Bill Belichick often had a unique way of evaluating collegiate prospects, but this process led to poor results in the 2022 NFL Draft.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 28

2 Patriots first-stringers in danger of losing starting jobs ahead of 2025 NFL season

There is legitimate optimism as the New England Patriots are set to open their season at home in Week 1 against the Las Vegas Raiders. Much of that is due to the presence of head coach Mike Vrabel, who has brought a no-nonsense attitude to the team and has put past administrations behind him.

Kyle Dugger News / Pro Football Talk / August 28

Kyle Dugger focused on helping Patriots "as much as I can" after trade chatter

Safety Kyle Dugger was the subject of trade chatter leading up to Tuesday's deadline to set 53-man rosters around the league, but cutdown day came and went with Dugger's status unchanged.

Tommy Devito News / Larry Brown Sports / August 28

Tommy DeVito shares fitting farewell message after leaving Giants

Tommy DeVito shared a very appropriate farewell message after he was cut by his hometown team and landed with a rival. DeVito was waived by the New York Giants on Tuesday and then claimed by the New England Patriots.

Mike Vrabel News / New England Patriots on SI / August 28

Mike Vrabel Responds to Patriots WR After Requesting Release

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel met with the media on Wednesday and was asked how he and the front office handle requests to be released. The question came after ESPN's Adam Schefter noted that veteran Kendrick Bourne had requested to be released following original reports that listed the Patriots as releasing the wide receiver.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 28

Why Giants will miss 'Italian Stallion' after Pats claim DeVito

Why Giants will miss 'Italian Stallion' after Patriots claim Tommy DeVito

Any hope that the Giants could re-sign Tommy DeVito to their practice squad ended when the Patriots claimed the QB off waivers on Wednesday.

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As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

Efton Chism III News / Pats Pulpit / August 28

Cutdown day a ‘pretty surreal, pretty sweet’ experience for undrafted Patriots rookie Efton Chism III

From the outside looking in, undrafted wide receiver Efton Chism III did everything he needed to do to make the New England Patriots 53-man roster this offseason.

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Mike Vrabel News / New England Patriots on SI / August 28

Mike Vrabel Reacts to Patriots' New QB

The New England Patriots — armed with the fourth-overall waiver claim on Wednesday — claimed two players to their 53-man roster: Los Angeles Rams cornerback Charles Woods and New York Giants Tommy DeVito.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / August 28

Patriots Practice Squad: Six Players Primed to Impress

FOXBOROUGH, Mass.. — With the New England Patriots having crafted their initial 53-man roster for the upcoming season, Wednesday’s workload consisted of

New England Patriots News / Pats Pulpit / August 28

Cole Strange, Marcus Epps find new homes after Patriots cuts

Cole Strange and Marcus Epps, who were among the 21 players cut by the New England Patriots on Tuesday, will not be back with the organization in 2025.

Kendrick Bourne News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 28

3 best Kendrick Bourne destinations after Patriots release

Veteran wide receiver Kendrick Bourne has been on the chopping block for a few years with the Patriots, and he is finally getting a change of scenery. On Wednesday, shortly after the Patriots finalized their official 53-man roster for the 2025 season, Bourne was released by New England and is a free agent.

Marcus Epps News / Pro Football Rumors / August 28

Eagles reuniting with veteran safety

The Eagles are set for another reunion in the days leading up to the regular season.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 27

3 Patriots bold predictions for 2025 NFL season

The New England Patriots enter the 2025 NFL season with relatively high expectations. Part of that is because of how poorly the team played last season, finishing dead last in the AFC East at 4-13.

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27

Mike Vrabel calls out two ex-Patriots after releasing them

New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel continues to lay down the law in his first season as the team’s head coach. The Patriots released veteran wide receiver Kendrick Bourne and safety Marcus Epps as part of their final round of cuts on Tuesday, but reports emerged that both Bourne and Epps had requested their release.

New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 27

Patriots Signed 16 To Practice Squad Including OLB Bradyn Swinson

The New England Patriots announced they have signed 16 players to the practice squad. New England’s practice squad now includes: CB Miles Battle G Mehki Butler G Jack Conley CB Brandon Crossley TE C.J.

Tommy Devito News / Last Word On Sports / August 27

Fan Favorite Signs Contract With New England Patriots

Veteran quarterback Tommy DeVito has been claimed off waivers by the New England Patriots. DeVito, a former undrafted free agent, has spent his entire career to date with the New York Giants.

Kendrick Bourne News / Yardbarker / August 27

49ers and Vikings linked to veteran wide receiver

The San Francisco 49ers and Minnesota Vikings have been named teams to watch in the race to sign a veteran wide receiver who was recently released.

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New England Patriots News / Gridiron Heroics / August 27

‘The Patriots Could Also Use a Consistent Weapon’: New England Named as Potential Landing Spot for Former WR

The New England Patriots are emerging as a potential landing spot for wide receiver Jakobi Meyers following his trade request from the Las Vegas Raiders.

Mike Vrabel News / Gridiron Heroics / August 27

‘Expecting a True Revival of the Pats’ Dynasty Is a Bit Premature’: Mike Vrabel’s Patriots Situation Gets Reality Check

As Mike Vrabel steps into the role of head coach for the New England Patriots, the expectations surrounding his leadership are substantial. After a tumultuous period for the franchise, many fans and analysts are eager to see if he can reignite the team’s success.

Cole Strange News / Field Level Media / August 27

Patriots cut 2022 first-round pick Cole Strange

If Mike Vrabel was looking to make a statement move in his first season as head coach of the New England Patriots, he certainly did so on Tuesday. With rosters required to be trimmed to 53 players, the Patriots cut guard Cole Strange, a first-round pick in 2022.