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Patriots HC Mike Vrabel drops ‘funny’ take after beating Falcons thanks to missed extra point

Mike Vrabel had a funny take to share after the New England Patriots beat the Atlanta Falcons 24-23 in Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season on Sunday afternoon.

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Falcons accuse Patriots of nefarious tactics on key play in Week 9 game

The New England Patriots truly are back. Not only are they competing for the top seed in the AFC again, their quarterback is (usually) playing at a high level, and their defense is keeping opponents in check on a weekly basis, they are also at the center of controversy again.

New England Patriots News / Pats Pulpit / November 3

6 winners and losers from the Patriots’ win over the Falcons

The New England Patriots stayed in the win column on Sunday, celebrating a sixth straight W to improve to 7-2 on the year. Here is who caught our eye for better or worse upon live viewing the 24-23 victory.

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The 'NFL Passing YPG leaders' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history to average at least 230 passing yards-per-game for their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL quarterback rushing yard leaders' quiz

The 'Most 1,000-receiving yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL yearly completion % leaders' quiz

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / November 2

Patriots Get Good News on Star CB’s Injury

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — As the New England Patriots continue to savor their 24-23 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 9 at Gillette Stadium, they are also counting their blessings when it comes to the health of arguably their top defensive player.

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Which NFL players are the most interesting trade candidates?

The NFL trade deadline looms in early November, and several teams with seller profiles have emerged. Here are the top candidates to be traded before that point.

Drake Maye News / Pats Pulpit / November 2

Even in victory, Drake Maye knows he must play better moving forward

A 17-yard completion from Drake Maye to Hunter Henry sealed the New England Patriots’ sixth straight victory on Sunday. But despite icing the game with the ball in his hands, Maye left the field knowing things needed to be better.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / November 2

Patriots Officially Tied for NFL's Best Record

After a sixth-straight win, the New England Patriots now have their longest win streak since a seven-game win streak in 2021. The Patriots have extended their record of the most win streaks of at least six games in NFL history with 16.

NFL News / Pats Pulpit / November 2

Instant analysis from Patriots’ 24-23 win over Falcons

The clocks fell. The New England Patriots did not. A 24-23 win over the Atlanta Falcons followed Sunday at Gillette Stadium, where the closing minutes saw the streak extend to six games.

NFL News / Field Level Media / November 2

Patriots hold off Falcons for 6th straight win

Drake Maye threw for 259 yards and two touchdowns on Sunday as the New England Patriots held on for a 24-23 victory over the visiting Atlanta Falcons in Foxborough, Mass.

Kayshon Boutte News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 2

Patriots’ Kayshon Boutte ruled out with hamstring injury vs. Falcons

On Sunday afternoon, the New England Patriots hit the field at home to take on the Atlanta Falcons, looking to pick up their sixth straight win on the 2025 NFL season.

Stefon Diggs News / New England Patriots on SI / November 2

Patriots' Stefon Diggs Shines in Front of Girlfriend Cardi B

The New England Patriots have a VIP in the owner's box at their Week 9 game against the Atlanta Falcons. Cardi B, the girlfriend of Patriots star wide receiver Stefon Diggs, is watching the game in style next to Robert Kraft.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

Drake Maye News / Gridiron Heroics / November 2

'Cost Less and Also Fits Nicer': ESPN Insider Reveals Ideal Trade Target for Drake Maye’s Patriots

An ESPN trade‑deadline preview singled out the New England Patriots as a team to watch, and analysts have since identified New Orleans Saints’ Rashid Shaheed as a realistic wide‑receiver target who could pair well with quarterback Drake Maye.

Rhamondre Stevenson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 1

Patriots elevate ex-Browns running back after Rhamondre Stevenson injury

The New England Patriots are on a roll after winning five consecutive games. Led by quarterback Drake Maye, the offense is averaging over 30 points per game and boasts a 6-2 record, good enough to lead the AFC East.

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The 'TDs from Josh Allen or Patrick Mahomes' quiz

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

Mike Vrabel News / Total Apex Sports / November 1

Mike Vrabel Takes Subtle Jab At Bill Belichick In Recent Press Conference

The New England Patriots are in the midst of a significant culture change under new head coach Mike Vrabel, and his recent comments have made it clear that he is not shying away from the shadow of his legendary predecessor, Bill Belichick.

New England Patriots News / Stadium Rant / November 1

3 Patriots Trade Targets For The 2025 Deadline

Despite being a wildcard entering the 2025-2026 NFL season, the New England Patriots are expected to be buyers and sellers ahead of the 2025 NFL Trade Deadline.

TreVeyon Henderson News / Athlon Sports / October 31

Will TreVeyon Henderson Finally Break Out in Week 9?

New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson was the 45th pick, on average, in 2025 fantasy football drafts, going RB18 overall, and he has been nothing short of a bust thus far.

Rhamondre Stevenson News / Field Level Media / October 31

Pats RB Rhamondre Stevenson (toe) won't play vs. Falcons

New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson will miss Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons due to a toe injury. Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed the news on Friday after Stevenson missed practice for the third consecutive day.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / October 31

Patriots' Josh McDaniels addresses mindset amid head-coaching chatter

Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels addressed his mindset amid ongoing head-coaching speculation.

Red-hot Patriots attack proving they don't need to add WR at trade deadline

Patriots veteran Christian Barmore speaks out after mysterious benching

Steelers' Jabrill Peppers drops bold statement about reuniting with Kyle Dugger

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The 'One-and-done NFL head coaches' quiz

New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 29

Patriots Officially Make Two Roster Moves

The New England Patriots officially promoted RB Terrell Jennings from the practice squad and signed RB D’Ernest Johnson to the practice squad in a corresponding move, per the NFL Transactions wire. Johnson, 29, wound up going undrafted out of South Florida back in 2019.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / October 29