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Jared Wilson News / New England Patriots on SI / June 16

Patriots Rookie OL on Injury Watch?

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — While the New England Patriots are still weeks away from reconvening on the practice fields, the team’s “powers that be” already have a sharp eye focused on the health of a key offensive lineman.

New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / June 16

New England Patriots make decision that will give them a head start on the 2026 NFL Draft without changing their current roster

The New England Patriots are making a unique addition to their team. It won't change their roster for the upcoming season necessarily, but they could reap the benefits down the road via the NFL Draft. The Patriots have hired the long-time college football tight end as a scouting assistant, per Ari Meirov.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 15

Patriots Remain Towards Bottom of Recent Power Rankings

The New England Patriots have been one of the most-discussed teams of the offseason, and have been one of the popular picks to go from worst in their division to a playoff team in a loaded AFC.

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Mike Vrabel News / New England Patriots on SI / June 15

From Father to Son: Patriots HC Still Learning from His Dad

As Father’s Day is celebrated throughout the nation this weekend, New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel is grateful to still be learning lessons from his dad.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 15

Patriots Must Take Advantage of Early Schedule

The New England Patriots have already generated considerable hype heading into the 2025 NFL season, as many view the Patriots as playoff candidates thanks to their new and improved roster and coaching staff.

Christian Elliss News / ESPN / June 15

Patriots LB Christian Elliss continues push for starting role

The undrafted linebacker has been released six times in his five-year career.

Milton Williams News / Pro Football Talk / June 15

Milton Williams fully participated in his first offseason with Patriots

During the offseason program, the players who don't show up get most of the attention. The players who fully participate get overlooked. For the Patriots, where newcomers like receiver Stefon Diggs and cornerback Carlton Davis generated headlines for not showing up for voluntary workouts, newly-signed defensive tackle Milton Williams did.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 15

Patriots Rookie WR Lands Striking Pro Bowl Comparison

The New England Patriots knew they had to supply quarterback Drake Maye with more weapons this offseason, as they had the worst receiving corps in football last season.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 15

Patriots RB Has A Lot To Prove In 2025

The New England Patriots were very proactive in making several upgrades on the offensive side of the ball this offseason. The Patriots used their first

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 14

Patriots Early Pre-Training Camp 53-Man Roster Projection

With the image of mandatory minicamp rapidly shrinking in the New England Patriots’ proverbial rearview mirror, the speculation regarding which players will comprise their opening-day roster has begun.

Matthew Slater News / New England Patriots on SI / June 14

Patriots Legend Drops Massive Claim on Unheralded All-Pro

If there is anyone who knows about elite special teams play, it's New England Patriots legend Matthew Slater. In 16 seasons with the Patriots between 2008 and 2023, Slater made 10 Pro Bowl appearances while also earning a pair of First-Team All-Pro selections.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 14

Former First-Round Pick is Patriots' Biggest Defensive Sleeper

The New England Patriots have overhauled their defense this offseason, clearly taking note of the significant slippage the unit displayed in 2024. The Patriots paid special attention to addressing their pass rush, which makes perfect sense considering New England ranked last in the NFL with just 28 sacks last season.

New England Patriots News / NFL Analysis Network / June 14

New England Patriots may cut out-of-favor second-round WR who is ‘deep on the depth chart’, ESPN reports

The New England Patriots have 12 wide receivers on the roster right now, and the competition for snaps so far in the offseason has been extremely intense.

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Patriots Land Curious WR Prediction

The New England Patriots have quite the battle going on at wide receiver right now. They have 12 receivers competing for a limited amount of roster spots, and typically, NFL teams only carry six wide outs heading into the regular season.

NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / June 14

Patriots Add Former Dolphins Director to Staff

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots have made yet another addition to their promising analytics department. The Pats, per a report from ESPN’s Seth Walder, have hired Max Mulitz as Personnel Analytics Coordinator.

Drake Maye News / New England Patriots on SI / June 14

Patriots' Drake Maye Delivers Blunt Statement on Key Rookie

The New England Patriots put together one heck of a haul in the NFL Draft, rectifying numerous needs that simply were not addressed last offseason. The Patriots' top pick was offensive tackle Will Campbell, which should not come as much of a surprise to anyone who watched New England's offensive line play last year.

Jabrill Peppers News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Patriots' Jabrill Peppers Has Bold Message Ahead of 2025

New England Patriots' safety Jabrill Peppers will be entering his ninth year in the NFL in 2025, and possibly coming off his most difficult season in 2024.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Patriots Are 'Light Years Better' Heading Into 2025 NFL Season

The New England Patriots are filled with optimism and new faces across the organization. The Patriots just wrapped up their mandatory minicamp, and the optimism surrounding the team is as high as it has been in years.

Demario Douglas News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Patriots' DeMario Douglas Emulates Former Super Bowl-Champion Wide Receiver

When Tom Brady's New England Patriots teams were in their heyday, some of the best wide receivers in the NFL made their home in Foxborough. Randy Moss, Deion Branch and Wes Welker are among the many wideouts who caught passes from, arguably, the greatest quarterback in professional football history.

Ja'Lynn Polk News / Pro Football Rumors / June 12

Is this Patriots WR on the roster bubble?

The Patriots are facing a roster crunch at wide receiver, and there’s a chance they may move on from a recent second-round pick as they resolve their depth.

Tom Brady News / Larry Brown Sports / June 12

Patriots announce new plan to honor Tom Brady

The New England Patriots have planned another ceremony to honor Tom Brady, and the latest will unveil a permanent shrine to the legendary quarterback. On Thursday, the Patriots announced that they are building a bronze statue of Brady outside of Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass.

Stefon Diggs News / Larry Brown Sports / June 10

Stefon Diggs gets testy with media over questions about pink substance

Stefon Diggs spoke with the media on Tuesday for the first time since a video of him partying on a boat received attention, and the New England Patriots star became a bit annoyed after being asked several questions about it.

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New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / June 10