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For one electrifying play on Friday night, Dezmen Roebuck turned into Ja'Lynn Polk. He got open downfield, just like Polk did against Texas in the 2024 Sugar Bowl, and fireworks happened.

NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / September 14

Mike Vrabel Breaks Silence On Saints-Ja'Lynn Polk Trade

The New Orleans Saints acquired an intriguing, new wide receiver on Saturday, although fans are going to have to wait a while to see him on the field. New Orleans acquired 2024 second-round wide receiver Ja'Lynn Polk from the New England Patriots on Saturday in a somewhat surprising deal.

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New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / September 13

Patriots Trade Away Former 2nd-Round Pick as Draft Woes Worsen

The Patriots were the most expensive and active team in NFL free agency this offseason, committing more than $350 million in contracts to incoming players.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 13

Patriots suddenly part ways with another member of disastrous draft class

This more or less is a wrap on New England’s disastrous 2024 draft class.

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New England Patriots News / The Spun / September 13

Patriots' 2024 Draft Class Is Already Down To One Player

It didn't take long for the Patriots' new regime to wave the white flag on last year's draft class. On Saturday, New England dealt second-round receiver Ja'Lynn Polk and a future draft pick to the New Orleans Saints for some 2027 draft ammo as Mike Vrabel continues to shape the organization in his image.

NFL News / Field Level Media / September 13

Saints acquire injured WR Ja'Lynn Polk from Patriots

The New Orleans Saints acquired injured wide receiver Ja'Lynn Polk from the New England Patriots on Saturday. While the Saints noted that they acquired the wideout for "future considerations," multiple media outlets reported they are picking up a seventh-round pick in the 2028 NFL Draft in exchange for a sixth-round selection in the 2027 draft.

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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.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13

Saints' unusual trade for injured WR a bet on HC Kellen Moore

Saints' unusual trade for injured wide receiver a bet on head coach Kellen Moore

The New Orleans Saints must like what they've seen out of head coach Kellen Moore.

Browns demote Shedeur Sanders in stunning twist: 'Why is he on the team?'

Chiefs have surprising stance on Tyreek Hill trade

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / September 13

Patriots to trade injured WR to Saints

He suffered a shoulder injury during the preseason and was placed on season-ending injured reserve during final roster cuts.

Patriots OC Josh McDaniels makes strong Drake Maye declaration after loss to Raiders

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

Patriots WR Ja’Lynn Polk Posts Cryptic Photo After Loss

New England Patriots wide receiver Ja'Lynn Polk took to his Snapchat on Monday and posted a cryptic message for his fans. Polk posted a picture of himself in Patriots gear, heading to the locker room with the caption "Free1." The 23-year-old receiver currently wears the No.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 24

Mike Vrabel vows to find 'rats' who leaked major news

Angry Mike Vrabel vows to find 'rats' within Patriots organization who leaked major news

It's notable that Vrabel's time as head coach in New England is already off to a contentious start.

Bill Belichick takes another shot at Patriots owner Robert Kraft

Bengals have PR blunder over invite to former player for Ring of Honor ceremony

Steelers get promising injury news on key player after scare

Browns' plans for preseason finale seem to confirm rumors

Insider debunks wild theory about draft slide of Browns' Shedeur Sanders

Steelers part ways with 11 players

New England Patriots News / Field Level Media / August 21

Patriots WR Ja’Lynn Polk (shoulder) to miss 2025 season

New England Patriots receiver Ja'Lynn Polk is slated to undergo season-ending shoulder surgery, according to multiple reports on Thursday. Polk apparently was injured while attempting to block during a preseason game against the Washington Commanders on Aug.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Bolt Beat / August 21

Chargers' Ladd McConkey trade just got even better after latest Ja'Lynn Polk news

The Los Angeles Chargers have been rightly raked over the coals for their inability to add young wide receiver talent around star quarterback Justin Herbert, but the one exception to this streak of ineptitude has been emerging standout dynamo Ladd McConkey.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / August 21

Steelers Lose WR Option to Season-Ending Injury

The Pittsburgh Steelers will lose another wide receiver option as a player they were reportedly targeting is going to miss the entire 2025 NFL season due to a shoulder injury.

New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / August 21

Patriots’ Ja’Lynn Polk to miss 2025 season

Ja’Lynn Polk's season is over before it started.

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NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / August 20

Steelers Showing Interest in Patriots Second-Round WR

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a new potential wide receiver target in their ongoing search for help at the position. Per 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi, the Steelers have looked into acquiring Ja'Lynn Polk of the New England Patriots either by trading a late-round pick or signing him if/when he's released.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / July 31

How Ja’Lynn Polk is working to bounce back from disappointing season

How Patriots' Ja’Lynn Polk is working to bounce back from disappointing rookie season

Polk's rookie season didn't go the way he or the Patriots had hoped.

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New England Patriots 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.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / November 1

Patriots Receive Good News on Ja'Lynn Polk Injury

When the New England Patriots selected wide receiver Ja'Lynn Polk in the second round of the 2024 NFL draft at No. 37 overall, they felt that they were getting a potential star.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / October 20, 2024

Patriots WR Ja’Lynn Polk Post Cryptic Message After Loss

The New England Patriots were unable to come through with a win this morning in London. Facing off against the Jacksonville Jaguars, many thought that the Patriots had a prime opportunity to get a win against a team that has struggled badly to start the season.

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / July 12, 2024

Patriots rookie carving out big role for himself?

The New England Patriots have lacked a reliable option at wide receiver for several seasons now, and a member of their rookie class is hoping to immediately fill that void.

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New England Patriots News / NFL Analysis Network / July 10, 2024

Patriots Rookie Wide Receiver Earns Massive Prediction For 2024

New England Patriots rookie wide receiver Ja’Lynn Polk recently received some high praise from one analyst who believes in his abilities. In their first offseason without Bill Belichick, the Patriots were busy trying to rebuild a team that was one of the worst in the league last season, mainly because of the offense.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / May 27, 2024