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Patriots’ Josh McDaniels is all smiles after Drake Maye wins ‘deserved’ award for scorching October

Drake Maye and the New England Patriots had a slow start to their 2026 NFL season, losing two of their first three games. But Maye and the reigning AFC champions have seemingly turned it around since, thanks in large part to a solid October showing from the quarterback.

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Patriots Make Move for Veteran Defender on Thursday

The New England Patriots have brought cornerback Kindle Vildor back to the practice squad, via the NFL transaction wire. The move comes just two days after New England released the veteran defensive back as part of a series of roster adjustments that included activating tackle Marcus Bryant from injured reserve.

Hunter Henry News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 5

Hunter Henry’s practice absence will concern Patriots fans ahead of Packers clash

Hunter Henry hasn’t made progress in his injury recovery, presenting question marks for the New England Patriots ahead of their Week 9 matchup this weekend.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / November 5

Rob Gronkowski Tells Hysterical Patriots Practice Story Involving TD Prop

Nobody can spin a tale like Rob Gronkowski. The legendary New England Patriots tight end, speaking to reporters Thursday, is set to be inducted into the team's Hall of Fame this weekend.

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New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / November 5

Rhamondre Stevenson Explains How Mack Hollins’ Return Will Boost the Patriots' Offense

On Wednesday, Patriots receiver Mack Hollins made his return to practice after suffering a non-contact calf injury during Week 4 against the Buffalo Bills.

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25 NFL players who could get traded at the deadline

The NFL trade deadline is November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, and several teams have already signaled their intent to sell off. Several prominent players have already been moved, and these 25 could follow.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 5

Patriots’ AJ Brown, TreVeyon Henderson among players to not practice Thursday

The New England Patriots will be facing the Green Bay Packers this week, and there is a chance that they won’t have two of their key offensive players.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / November 5

Making A Case for Rob Gronkowski as the Greatest Tight End in Patriots, NFL History

On Saturday, the "Gronk Spike" will officially be immortalized as star tight end Rob Gronkowski is inducted into the New England Patriots Hall of Fame.

Christian Gonzalez News / Athlon Sports / November 5

Christian Gonzalez Bracing for Tough Test Against High-Powered Packers Offense

On Sunday, the New England Patriots secondary will face their toughest test of the season against the Green Bay Packers‘ lethal passing attack. During his press conference on Wednesday, New England cornerback Christian Gonzalez discussed the challenge of facing Green Bay’s two top-ten wide receivers, Matthew Golden and Christian Watson.

Drake Maye News / Athlon Sports / November 5

Drake Maye Wins AFC Offensive Player of the Month After Explosive October

The New England Patriots enter their Week 9 matchup with the Green Bay Packers with a 5-3 record, and quarterback Drake Maye is a big reason for that.

Robert Kraft News / Field Level Media / November 5

Robert Kraft to miss Rob Gronkowski's Patriots HOF ceremony

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft will be absent Saturday when one of the key cogs of the team's Super Bowl dynasty -- retired tight end Rob Gronkowski -- is inducted into the team's Hall of Fame.

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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.

TreVeyon Henderson News / Total Pro Sports / November 5

Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson’s Mysterious Illness Takes Concerning Turn As New Details Emerge

New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson is going through a really tough time in his second NFL season. People have been wondering what’s going on with him after he missed several practices and sat out last week’s game against the Miami Dolphins with a mysterious illness.

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New England Patriots News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / November 5

Rob Gronkowski, Julian Edelman profess love for football through song in new show promo

Former New England Patriots teammates Rob Gronkowski and Julian Edelmen are hosting a new show, and they professed their love for football through song.

Mike Vrabel News / New England Patriots on SI / November 5

Mike Vrabel Says Former Patriots Captain is 'Working Really Hard' to Return

The New England Patriots got really good snaps out of Harold Landry to begin last season. This year? Different story. The veteran edge rusher hasn't made his season (or practice) debut yet as he continues to work his way back from the Physically Unable to Perform list.

Robert Kraft News / The Spun / November 5

Patriots Owner Robert Kraft On 'Injured Reserve' Following Surgery

Unfortunately for New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, he’s been dealt a serious setback at the age of 85. Kraft revealed this week that he won’t be able to attend Rob Gronkowski’s induction into the Patriots Hall of Fame this Saturday since he’s still recovering from back surgery.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 5

The 1 trade Patriots must make in final week before 2026 NFL trade deadline

The Patriots have built a season around toughness and the belief that they can hang with the AFC’s best. That said, belief only carries an offense so far when its receiving options keep disappearing.

Demario Douglas News / TWSN / November 5

DeMario Douglas Is a Risky Week 9 Fantasy Start

DeMario Douglas is coming off a strong game against the Miami Dolphins in which he caught all three of his targets for 76 yards and a touchdown. This added to his season total, which is now 332 yards and four touchdowns.

Jordan Love News / New England Patriots on SI / November 5

Patriots Know They'll Need to Slow Down Packers QB Jordan Love

It's a premier deep-ball matchup this week between the New England Patriots and Green Bay Packers. Drake Maye and Jordan Love are some of the best at launching it down the field this year and have combined for 4,229 passing yards through seven weeks.

Drake Maye News / HITC / November 5

Rob Gronkowski shares the one piece of advice he’d now give to Drake Maye

Former New England Patriots star Rob Gronkowski has been asked what advice he would give to their current quarterback, Drake Maye. The Patriots have had a solid 2026/27 season so far and currently have a 5-3 record after beating the struggling Miami Dolphins last time out.

Mack Hollins News / Pro Football Rumors / November 4

Patriots To Designate WR Mack Hollins For Return

Wide receiver Mack Hollins has been on injured reserve for the Patriots’ past four games, but he could return as early as this Sunday against the Packers.

Tom Brady News / Yardbarker / November 4

Brady opens up about 'emotional' return to Foxborough to call Pats vs. Packers

Tom Brady opens up about 'emotional' return to Foxborough to call Patriots vs. Packers game

Brady collected six Super Bowl rings during the Patriots' dynastic run of the opening two decades of the 2000s.

Patriots' Mike Vrabel takes shot at previous Drake Maye critics while answering 'ridiculous' question

Two-minute drill: Bengals-Falcons face off in Madrid, Tom Brady returns to Foxborough, another injury setback for Lamar Jackson and more

Packers 'hopeful' Micah Parsons will practice this week, but in-game return date remains 'pretty fluid'

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Christian Barmore News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 2

Patriots Looking For Fourth-Round Pick For DT Christian Barmore?

SI.com’s Albert Breer reported before the weekend that Patriots DT Christian Barmore could be had in a trade, as he’s fallen behind Milton Williams and Cory Durden in the rotation.

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 2

Patriots' Mike Vrabel takes shot at previous Drake Maye critics while answering 'ridiculous' question

It seems like Vrabel kept some receipts regarding what was said and written about Maye earlier this fall.

Malik Willis has strong words for Dolphins teammate after costly penalty in Patriots game

Drake Maye's second-half surge leads Patriots to comeback win over Dophins

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A.J. Brown News / Yardbarker / October 31

Patriots' A.J. Brown to miss his 5th game of the season due to knee injury

Big offseason acquisition A.J. Brown is not traveling with the New England Patriots this weekend to Miami to play the Dolphins.

AJ Brown makes concerning admission about his health

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A.J. Brown News / Yardbarker / October 30

Pats' Brown questionable for game at Dolphins due to knee issue

A.J. Brown questionable for Patriots' game at Dolphins due to worrisome knee issue

A familiar issue popped up on the Patriots' injury report when it was learned earlier in the week that wide receiver A.J. Brown wasn't practicing due to a knee injury.

Brown admits he's still 'pushing through' to reclaim top form after ankle injury

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