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Some Patriots news and notes on this Monday: 1) There was a lot of frustration aired following the trade of Matthew Judon trade to Atlanta last season, with the Patriots taking heat for dealing him, especially given how bad their pass rush was in 2024.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / June 9

Patriots' Cole Strange Excited for Healthy Start to 2025

A lot has changed for New England Patriots fourth-year offensive lineman Cole Strange in the span of 365 days. Around this time in 2024, Strange was beginning his recovery from a severe injury he suffered during the previous regular season.

New England Patriots News / Last Word On Sports / June 8

'Admit the Mistake' – Patriots First-Round Bust Could Find New Life With Trade

Things are not looking good for former first-round pick Cole Strange, and one analyst believes the New England Patriots could trade him in the coming weeks.

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

Patriots Urged to Trade Former First-Round Pick

The New England Patriots have been busy overhauling their roster this offseason, and in the process of revamping pretty much everything, some players may find themselves out of a job.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / June 1

Concerning Reports Come Out of OTAs on Patriots First-Round Pick

The New England Patriots are taking a serious approach to the 2025 season with competitions lining up on both sides of the ball. The offensive line is an area that the Patriots needed to address after last season’s latest disastrous performance.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 30

Patriots rumors: Controversial 1st-Round pick on chopping block to be cut

Cole Strange has yet to live up to his first-round billing during his New England Patriots tenure, and it could wind up costing him his job soon. The Patriots’ interior offensive lineman has been listed as a potential cut candidate for New England by NBC Sports Boston’s Phil Perry and others.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / May 4

Patriots' Cole Strange Facing Make-or-Break Season

New England Patriots left guard Cole Strange has often described playing for thesix-time Super Bowl champions as a “dream come true.” However, with the Pats declining to pick up the fifth-year option on his rookie contract by the NFL’s April 30 deadline, Strange’s “dream” may be nearing a premature end.

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 30

Patriots make expected $16.7M decision on former 1st-round pick

The New England Patriots are not picking up the fifth-year option for offensive lineman Cole Strange, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. The fifth-year option for Strange would have paid him around $16.7 million in the 2026 season.

New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / April 30

Patriots make expected decision on former first-round bust

The young guard has yet to justify his first-round selection.

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New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / April 11

Patriots still figuring out what to do with left tackle position

After uninspiring performances in 2024 from Vederian Lowe and Caedan Wallace, the team still has questions at the left tackle position.

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

Former Patriots First-Rounder In Danger of Losing Job

The New England Patriots had high hopes for Cole Strange when they selected the offensive lineman in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, but things have certainly changed.

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New England Patriots News / Pats Pulpit / January 3

Cole Strange named Patriots’ 2025 Ed Block Courage Award winner

Strange recently returned to the lineup after a one-year injury absence. Speaking to reporters on Friday for his final pre-game press conference of the season, New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo made an announcement: offensive lineman Cole Strange had been named the team’s 2025 Ed Block Courage Award recipient.

New England Patriots News / Pats Pulpit / December 19

Cole Strange outlines timeline for long-awaited return to Patriots O-line

The third-year man missed the first 14 games of the season while recovering from a knee injury. The New England Patriots offensive line has been arguably the weakest unit on the team this season, but it could soon get a boost in the form of Cole Strange.

New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / December 10

Patriots activate former first-round pick from PUP list

He suffered a torn patellar tendon in his left knee last December, sidelining him for almost a year.

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New England Patriots News / Field Level Media / December 10

Patriots release WR K.J. Osborn, activate OG Cole Strange

The New England Patriots released wide receiver K.J. Osborn on Tuesday and activated guard Cole Strange to the 53-man roster. Osborn, 27, has played in seven games (four starts) and has seven receptions on 18 targets for 57 yards and one touchdown.

New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 10

Patriots Activating G Cole Strange From PUP List, Among Other Moves

Adam Schefter reports that the Patriots are activating G Cole Strange from the PUP list on Tuesday. He’s been out since suffering a knee injury last year that has taken an extended recovery time. New England also released WR K.J.

New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / November 20

Patriots' 2022 first-round pick designated for return

It looks like the Patriots will work Cole Strange back into action during Drake Maye‘s rookie season.

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New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 20

Patriots G Cole Strange Returning To Practice

Patriots HC Jerod Mayo announced that G Cole Strange will return to practice today and be designated to return off the PUP list, per Mark Daniels. This

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

Patriots’ Cole Strange Updates Injury Timeline

The New England Patriots' offensive line has been an absolute mess this season. It's been so bad, actually, that many felt that the Patriots should keep Drake Maye seated for his rookie campaign in order to protect him.