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In his first year with the New England Patriots, veteran cornerback Stephon Gilmore had his fair share of ups and downs throughout the campaign. He had struggled early on in the process of adjusting to his new team but truly found his way into being an effective option in the fold as the year wore on. […]

The New England Patriots with the 31st overall pick in this year’s draft the team elected to take former Georgia running back Sony Michel to be the latest addition to their backfield. It has put him in the position to potentially grasp ahold of a significant role in the offense. During a recent interview with […]

The New England Patriots lost several of their most important pieces on offense from last season. However, they managed to bounce back nicely just as they always have through free agency and the 2018 NFL Draft. Among their notable additions was former Cincinnati Bengals running back Jeremy Hill. According to Josh Alper of Pro Football Talk, Hill […]

Before the Cleveland Browns made Baker Mayfield the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft, the New England Patriots were apparently so high on the young quarterback that they thought about trading up to No. 2 to get him, according to the quarterback’s agent. According to Jeff Howe of The Athletic, Patriots offensive coordinator Josh […]

Despite constant speculation linking them with a splashy move to get their quarterback of the future, the New England Patriots didn’t end up drafting a QB until the seventh round with Danny Etling. However, they were apparently plotting a move to get one, according to Jack Mills, the agent of No. 1 overall pick and […]

After delivering five Super Bowls as well as unprecedented success over two decades for the New England Patriots, one would think that Tom Brady would be showered with adulation and appreciation at all times in Foxboro. However, that might not the case, at least when it comes to two people in particular. In an interview […]

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady confirmed his plans to play in the 2018 season and also reiterated his goal to prolong his career into his mid-40s during an appearance Monday at the Milken Institute Global Conference, per Mike Reiss of ESPN. Following speculation about Brady still not committing for the upcoming season and keeping […]

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady has made it known that he has a tolerant and permissive view on the controversial topic of NFL players protesting during the national anthem. When asked by reporter Jim Gray about his feelings on the demonstrations during a Q&A session at the Milken Institute Global Conference on Monday, Brady […]

It’s coming up to four months since Super Bowl LII, but the New England Patriots’ surprising decision to bench starting cornerback Malcolm Butler remains shrouded in mystery. Bill Belichick has predictably said nothing of note about that controversial decision, while Butler himself hasn’t shed much light on the subject as well. Patriots quarterback Tom Brady […]

The New England Patriots have seen some drastic changes to their roster following their loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl back in February. Although it seems that the storied franchise has been able to avoid the retirement of superstars Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski, there’s been quite a few notable veterans who […]

The New England Patriots finished 13-3 last season, one of four teams with a league-leading 13 wins. It was the eighth consecutive time they have had 12 or more regular-season wins. While oddsmakers aren’t quite as confident in them reaching that high a number of wins again, they do still have the Pats with an […]

After drafting one offensive lineman in the first round of the draft, the New England Patriots have just added another via trade. The Patriots have traded for San Francisco 49ers tackle Trent Brown, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. 49ers are trading OT Trent Brown and pick number 143 overall to the New England Patriots in exchange […]

Most years, there are at least a few trades towards the back end of the first round for great reason. With a first-round pick, a team can gain an extra year of team control. All first-round picks sign a four-year deal with a team option for the fifth season, something a team can’t get after […]

The 144th staging of The Run for the Roses will not feature the horse named after New England Patriots tight end, Rob Gronkowski. Unfortunately, Gronkowski, the three-year-old colt has been pulled out from the list of Kentucky Derby entries after it reportedly fell ill. Gronkowski’s withdrawal from the event saddened the Patriots tight end, who […]

Five-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady of the New England Patriots isn’t getting any younger. The perennial Pro Bowler may want to play until his 45, but the Patriots brass needs to start planning for the future of the quarterback position right now. With the team parting ways with Jimmy Garoppolo and Jacoby Brissett in […]

The 2018 NFL Draft list of applicants is stacked with quality quarterback talents, including Louisville Cardinals product Lamar Jackson. Jackson, however, appears to be the odd man out among top-tier signal-callers prospects, as he is expected by experts and fans alike to get his name called once Josh Allen, Baker Mayfield, Sam Darnold and Josh […]

Heading into the 2018 NFL Draft, there is a growing consensus that the New England Patriots are thinking about bringing in another quarterback that could be the eventual successor to reigning league MVP Tom Brady. There is a plethora of intriguing talent in this year’s class at the position that could possibly fit the bill that […]

The feud between Milwaukee Bucks point guard Eric Bledsoe and Boston Celtics point guard Terry Rozier escalated during the third quarter of Tuesday night’s Game 5 when the pair were involved in a shoving match. On Wednesday, Rozier poked fun at his beef with Bledsoe when he liked and commented on a picture of former […]

The New England Patriots finally know where they stand with All-Pro tight end Rob Gronkowski. Following months of uncertainty, Gronkowski recently met with head coach Bill Belichick to tell him he is returning for the 2018 NFL season. Although it appears Gronkowski may have been seriously considering walking away from the game, the perennial Pro […]

The New England Patriots took some major hits this offseason, especially on the offensive side of the ball. Things took a turn for the worst when tight end Rob Gronkowski was hesitant to confirm his status for the 2018 NFL season. He has still managed to capture headlines by living his best life off the field. […]

After much speculation about his future over the past few days, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady has finally committed to playing in 2018. At least that’s what his agent has done for him. Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Brady’s agent Don Yee has all but confirmed Brady’s plans to play, not only this year but […]

The New England Patriots have been linked with a handful of quarterback prospects during this whole pre-draft process as they explore potential options to be Tom Brady’s long-term successor. They brought in the likes of Luke Falk, Kyle Lauletta and Mason Rudolph for pre-draft visits. Although, they didn’t do the same with Louisville quarterback Lamar Jackson, whom […]

The speculation continues surrounding the immediate future of superstars Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski of the New England Patriots. Although neither player has publicly stated they’ll suit up next season for Bill Belichick and company, it seems as though it is a foregone conclusion both players will be back. According to Mike Florio of Pro […]

The New England Patriots have been surrounded by a little more drama than usual this NFL offseason. Much of it has been centered around superstar tight end Rob Gronkowski. The question of his potential retirement has yet to be answered. But we do know there is one thing he is up for committing to. Dirt […]

Tom Brady is entering his 19th season in the NFL, and he will turn 41 years old in August. In 2017, he led the New England Patriots to the Super Bowl, throwing for 4,577 yards, 32 touchdowns, and just eight interceptions on his way to the MVP award. He was named first-team All-Pro for the […]

Dez Bryant, the NFL free agent. It’s a designation that has to be tough for a man who spent eight superb seasons with the Dallas Cowboys. It’s now been over a week since the team parted ways with the three-time Pro Bowler. During that span of time, none of the other 31 NFL teams have taken […]

Over the last few months, there’s been a lot speculation about what the immediate future holds for the New England Patriots. The rumors have varied from Bill Belichick wanting out, Rob Gronkowski strongly considering retirement, and now if Tom Brady is committed to playing next season. Although it seems to be a stretch that Brady […]

Contrary to Adam Schefter’s report about Tom Brady still not committing to playing in the 2018 season, Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network have reported that the New England Patriots quarterback will indeed play in 2018. “Tom Brady is going to play in 2018,” Rapoport explained per NFL.com’s Chris Wesseling. “He said it. […]

As great as quarterback Tom Brady has been for nearly the last two decades, the New England Patriots are well aware that his days under center are numbered. As a result, it seems the Patriots are starting to look for his potential successor. Fortunately, the 2018 NFL Draft is projected to be one of the deepest […]

Since the New England Patriots fell short to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LII, the wide belief has been that star quarterback Tom Brady will return for the 2018 season. He is entering the first year of the two-year, $41 million deal he negotiated last offseason. However, there have been some recent questions about Brady’s NFL […]

During the New England Patriots organized workouts this week, star quarterback Tom Brady has been notably absent from the process. This has drawn up chatter about his commitment to playing in the 2018 season or even beyond that. There hasn’t been any significant about that being the case, but that has only persisted with him continuing […]

The New England Patriots have been widely tipped to be in the market for a quarterback in the upcoming draft. They have already been linked with a couple of the top options in this year’s class in Baker Mayfield and Lamar Jackson. And now, it’s time to include Josh Rosen on that list. According to […]

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady still hasn’t told anyone, either privately or publicly, that he’ll be playing in the 2018 season, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. But despite the lack of a commitment at this time, people close to Brady do expect him to play this year. “My money would be on him playing football for […]

With the 2018 NFL Draft just around the corner, teams are clamoring to position themselves in a spot where they can take one of the top quarterback prospects. With as many as four quarterbacks being projected to go in the top-5, there is a certain sense of urgency for teams looking for some future stability under […]

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady wasn’t expected to be present at the start of the team’s voluntary offseason workouts since he’d be traveling back from his charity work in Qatar. As it turns out, though, Brady may not be taking part in the Patriots’ offseason program at all even after he returns. At least […]

Veteran linebacker James Harrison has announced his retirement from the NFL for the second time. But he says this time, it’s for good. The soon-to-be 40-year-old announced his decision to retire on Instagram with a post that has a photo collage of his two children and includes the hashtag #2ndAndFinalRetirement. “I’ve missed way too much […]

Since the New England Patriots fell short in Super Bowl LII against the Philadelphia Eagles, there has been much uncertainty surrounding All-Pro tight end Rob Gronkowski’s future. There yet to be any clear indication of whether Gronkowski will return to action for the 2018 campaign. This has pushed the Patriots into a difficult situation where […]

The New England Patriots parted ways with two of their top wide receivers from the 2017 NFL season. As good as Brandin Cooks was for the team, it goes without saying that fans were saddened to see Danny Amendola sign with the Miami Dolphins this offseason. It is clear that the feeling is mutual with Amendola […]

In the weeks that have followed Super Bowl LII, there has yet to be any clarity concerning why New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick made the decision to bench former Pro Bowl cornerback Malcolm Butler for the contest. It is a move that still baffles many within the organization and around the league. This […]