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Can Raiders Take Advantage of Patriots Injured Secondary?

The Patriots cornerback room is one of the most beat up position groups in the NFL. On Sunday, when the Raiders travel to New England, the Patriots will be without four corners. Las Vegas will need to take advantage and put up some points and yards through the air. New England’s two biggest losses are Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis.

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Predicting How Patriots Perform vs. Raiders in Week 5: Can They Overcome Injuries?

The New England Patriots will be celebrating their 2001 Super Bowl team, as well as Hall of Fame kicker Adam Vinatieri, this week at Gillette Stadium. They'll also play host to the 3-1 Las Vegas Raiders as they look to win back-to-back games for the first time since last year's postseason.

Gabe Jacas News / Athlon Sports / October 9

How Gabe Jacas Is Building His Way Into Zak Kuhr's Defensive Rotation

The New England Patriots packaged picks 63, 131, and 202 to trade up for former Illinois edge rusher Gabe Jacas with the 55th pick. Through four games, Jacas has rewarded the Patriots’ decision with exceptional play.

Robert Spillane News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Zak Kuhr Delivers High Praise for Robert Spillane Ahead of Raiders Matchup

New England Patriots linebacker Robert Spillane is now in his second season with the team and has been a force in the second level of defensive coordinator Zak Kuhr’s defense.

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How many of the active NFL wide receivers to rush for a touchdown can you name in seven minutes?

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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.

Rhamondre Stevenson News / Athlon Sports / October 9

All Systems Go for Rhamondre Stevenson, and Patriots are Certainly Going to Need Him

He’s fresh. He’s healthy. And yes, Rhamondre Stevenson will be absolutely needed on Sunday at Gillette Stadium against the surprising 3-1 Las Vegas Raiders.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Next Man Up: Mike Vrabel Announces Alarming List of Inactives for the Patriots on Sunday

After both Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis III were listed on the New England Patriots‘ laundry list of players with injury designations, head coach Mike Vrabel announced both cornerbacks, among others, would not suit up on Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Mike Brown News / New England Patriots on SI / October 9

Patriots Promote Veteran Safety Who 'Loves' Special Teams Role

The New England Patriots entered this week with a pair of open roster spots. One of those was filled up when the team promoted safety Mike Brown from the practice squad to the 53-man roster.

Christian Gonzalez News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 9

Christian Gonzalez 1 of 4 players ruled out vs. Raiders in Patriots latest injury update

The New England Patriots will be facing the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 5, and they’re going to be without a few of their key players on both sides of the ball, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / October 9

Patriots Suffer Major Blow Ahead of Tough Raiders Matchup

For the second-straight week, it doesn't appear that the New England Patriots will have their best defensive player on the field. Christian Gonzalez was absent from the team's third and final practice this week as they prepare to host the 3-1 Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday.

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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 9

Patriots Told Efton Chism to Study This Former New England Wideout

It’s easy to get flashbacks when watching Efton Chism III play in a New England Patriots uniform. The 2025 undrafted free agent, who delivered a signature moment last Sunday with his game-winning one-handed grab, has already begun to draw the obvious comparisons.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 9

Patriots icon Rodney Harrison shares Tom Brady warning for Mike Vrabel ahead of Raiders game

An interesting storyline related to this coming Sunday's game between the 3-1 Las Vegas Raiders and the 2-2 New England Patriots at New England's Gillette Stadium involves the relationship between Brady and Vrabel.

Patriots' Kevin Byard III expands on Mike Vrabel's use of Allen Iverson clip before Bills game

Raiders, tight ends pose challenge for injured Patriots at home

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Report hints Patriots had this big concern about Drake Maye before Bills game

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New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / October 8

Patriots Coaches Remember 2001 Super Bowl Team Ahead of 25th Anniversary Celebration

Ahead of the New England Patriots' Week 5 home game against the Las Vegas Raiders, a ceremony for the team's first Super Bowl championship will take place.

Josh McDaniels News / Athlon Sports / October 8

Will the Complex Josh McDaniels Offense Prevent the Patriots From Bringing in Another Receiver?

Looking over the history of Josh McDaniels‘ tenure with the New England Patriots, the team’s front office has seen plenty of accomplished and highly skilled receivers fail to produce.

New England Patriots News / Viral Sports News / October 8

Patriots Add Intriguing 5-Year NFL Veteran Before Raiders Game

The New England Patriots closed one of their two open roster spots on Thursday by promoting safety Mike Brown from the practice squad to the 53-man roster, locking in a veteran who had already been elevated for each of the team’s last two games, via the NFL transaction wire.

Drake Maye News / Total Pro Sports / October 8

NASA Administrator Absolutely Destroys Drake Maye Over Wild Moon Landing Claims

Drake Maye spent the week getting tons of love after leading the New England Patriots to a 29-26 win over the Buffalo Bills. But the young quarterback also ended up right in the middle of an unexpected conversation.

A.J. Brown News / Athlon Sports / October 8

One Patriots Insider Says He Wouldn’t Be Surprised if A.J. Brown Is Back Next Week

After A.J. Brown went down and landed on Injured Reserve with a right high-ankle sprain, the life was seemingly taken out of New England‘s offense. The

Christian Gonzalez News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 8

Patriots get concerning Christian Gonzalez injury update before Week 5

The New England Patriots have not started the 2026 season the way they planned. New England is now 2-2 after a thrilling road win against Buffalo in Week 4.

NFL News / EssentiallySports / October 8

'That Ain’t No Julian Edelman': Rob Gronkowski Shuts Down Patriots WR Comparisons After Breakout Game Against Bills

One catch can change a game. Whether it can change a career is another question. After the New England Patriots‘ dramatic win over the Buffalo Bills, a little-known receiver delivered the kind of play that gets people talking.

New England Patriots News / HITC / October 8

Rob Gronkowski names the New England Patriots player that’s pleasantly surprised him

Drake Maye finally looked more like himself again on Sunday as his New England Patriots pulled off a surprising victory against the Buffalo Bills at the new Highmark Stadium.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7