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Kyle Dugger’s long hold on a starting role in the New England Patriots’ secondary is suddenly in jeopardy. The veteran safety, a starter since midway through his rookie year in 2020, has been taking second-team reps during recent training camp practices. Jaylinn Hawkins and rookie Craig Woodson have joined Jabrill Peppers in the top safety […]

The New England Patriots made a big move this offseason, signing receiver Stefon Diggs to a $69 million contract. Diggs projects to be the team’s top receiver during the 2025 NFL season. But questions still remain about his Week 1 status after last year’s season-ending knee injury. The Athletic’s Dianna Russini asked Diggs whether or […]

The New England Patriots’ training camp spotlight has shifted to rookie offensive tackle Will Campbell, and for good reason. Ahead of Preseason Week 2, quarterback Drake Maye made it clear just how much he values the protection from his newest teammate. During Wednesday’s media availability, Maye was asked about his early impressions of Campbell, the […]

Veteran wide receiver Mack Hollins is with the New England Patriots as he continues his career on a new team. On Wednesday, the famed shoeless wideout turned heads after punting the ball after scoring a 50-yard touchdown. Hollins revealed why he decided to do that shortly after the team’s joint practice with the Minnesota Vikings. […]

After New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel clarified his recent Drake Maye comments over leadership, he roasted Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell with the same Tom Brady line as Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury. Amidst joint practice leading up to New England’s preseason opener against the Commanders, a reporter asked what Vrabel […]

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel recently commented on Drake Maye’s leadership expectations for the 2025 NFL season before clarifying what he meant exactly as the second-year QB will look to build off of his rookie campaign. Ahead of his first season as head coach, Vrabel made it clear that his expectations for Maye don’t differ […]

It didn’t take long for New England Patriots rookie TreVeyon Henderson to make an impact. And his speed has caught the eye of his quarterback. Furthermore, Patriots’ offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels dropped an eye-opening take on Henderson’s speed, according to a post on X by Mark Daniels. “Josh McDaniels has coached some talented running backs, […]

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye’s offense had a less-than-stellar practice with one bright spot on Monday, which wide receiver coach Todd Downing addressed with the media. While poor blocking and poor execution by Maye was the talk around Gillette Stadium for the day, Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte shined, according to Downing. Boutte is […]

The New England Patriots recently kicked off their 2025 preseason with a home game against the Washington Commanders, which they won in blowout fashion. It was a decent game from second year quarterback Drake Maye, who is looking to break out in his first season as the full-time starter for New England. Recent reports from […]

New England Patriots rookie receiver Kyle Williams is eager to prove himself ahead of his first season in the NFL. Throughout training camp, Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs has given Williams invaluable advice. As one of the team’s veteran receivers, Diggs said one line that stuck with New England’s rookie. Williams shared a seven-word motto […]

On Friday, the New England Patriots had a blowout preseason win over the Washington Commanders, 48-18. That early success should have naturally translated into Monday morning’s practice. However, that wasn’t the case. According to Ben Volin of the Boston Globe, the Patriots’ offense had a less-than-productive practice. Volin’s reflection on how practice went was as […]

After yet another disappointing season with a glimmer of hope in the form of quarterback Drake Maye, the New England Patriots fired head coach Jerod Mayo and hired Mike Vrabel. And Vrabel has certain standards for Maye. Although Maye dazzled at times a year ago, giving Patriots fans some optimism amid a woeful 4-13 season, […]

The New England Patriots have plenty to be excited for coming into 2025. Quarterback Drake Maye showed plenty of signs and flashes of potential greatness, and now the Pats have had a full offseason to start to build around him. With new head coach Mike Vrabel at the helm, the Patriots added a ton of […]

The New England Patriots made a shocking change to their defense during their latest practice. Two days after their first preseason game, a 48-18 win over the Washington Commanders, the Patriots shifted safety Kyle Dugger out of the starting lineup. Dugger was not injured, but took the field with the second team, according to Mark […]

The New England Patriots wrapped up their final practice before heading to Minnesota, with head coach Mike Vrabel offering injury updates on key players. Cornerback Christian Gonzalez remains sidelined with a hamstring injury. Vrabel confirmed Gonzalez will travel with the team for two joint practices and a preseason game against the Vikings. However, he will […]

Recently, the New England Patriots opened up their preseason slate with a dominant 48-18 home win over the Washington Commanders. It was a solid showing in limited minutes from quarterback Drake Maye, the player the Patriots are hoping will take another step forward after a mixed bag of a rookie season. One key question for […]

It’s only the preseason, but the New England Patriots gave their fans a good number of things to be excited about in their 48-18 win over the Washington Commanders in their exhibition season opener. Most of the Patriots’ starters also got some run in Friday’s game, while over two dozen Commanders players sat. Still, New […]

The New England Patriots kicked off their preseason with a dominant 48-18 victory over the Washington Commanders, but head coach Mike Vrabel chose to spotlight a performance that didn’t show up on the stat sheet. Second-year wide receiver Javon Baker drew praise for his physical, disciplined work on the Patriots’ special teams unit Friday night. […]

The New England Patriots are looking to turn things around after three straight losing seasons. The Patriots enter 2025 with a new coach and a strong rookie class. And one of those rookies got off to an incredible start in New England’s preseason opener. Running back TreVeyon Henderson scored on his first NFL touch, returning […]

Drake Maye and the New England Patriots lit up the Washington Commanders in a 48-18 rout on Friday night. However, head coach Mike Vrabel is making sure Maye keeps his eye on the ball in the midst of a solid performance. Maye played in the first quarter of the matchup, completing three passes after five […]

The New England Patriots’ preseason is underway as the team is taking on the Washington Commanders on Friday. Expectations are high for rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson, as he has the opportunity to play a major role for the offense. He proved just how good he can be in Friday’s contest after taking the opening […]

On Friday, the New England Patriots rewarded future Hall of Fame quarterback Tom Brady with his own statue. It’s a special moment that cements him in the team’s history as one of the best players to ever play the game. However, during the ceremony, Brady managed to savagely roast the New York Jets out of […]

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel is earning his players’ trust amid his first training camp as head coach. Vrabel didn’t hesitate to jump in a fight during the team’s joint practice with the Washington Commanders. Ahead of Thursday’s preseason opening matchup against the Commanders, the former New England linebacker sent a message when […]

Tom Brady may go down as one of the best players to ever put on a New England Patriots jersey, and the team is showing signs that it may be true. Before their preseason game against the Washington Commanders, the Patriots will be unveiling a 12-foot bronze statue of Brady, which would make him the […]

Mike Vrabel’s responsibility on the New England Patriots go beyond just being their head coach. He was brought in to change the culture in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Sometimes, such a job requires one to get their hands a little dirty, or their face a little bloody. The soon-to-be 50-year-old sent a thunderous message to his team […]

ESPN’s historic deal with the NFL will change sports media for the long term. New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft made his stance clear on the groundbreaking move. ESPN will have league’s official network fantasy platform and ever-popular RedZone channel transfer over to the ESPN offices. In exchange, the NFL will have a 10% stake […]

Two familiar faces returned to Gillette Stadium this week — only this time, they were wearing burgundy and gold. Former Patriots Deatrich Wise Jr. and Jonathan Jones made their return to New England, not as fan favorites, but as members of the Washington Commanders for a joint practice and upcoming preseason showdown. “Exciting, different, a […]

The Boston Celtics have made multiple frantic moves to keep themselves financially healthy in the absence of Jayson Tatum, who is recovering from an Achilles injury. The offseason overhaul has seen the departure of Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis alongside multiple cap-conscious acquisitions. However, can Tatum be back before the expected timeline, which is currently […]

The New England Patriots and Washington Commanders had an eventful joint practice today, which not only resulted in a fight, but it also brought two old friends back together: Mike Vrabel and Kliff Kingsbury. While each of the men has long established themselves as coaches, Vrabel, the current Patriots head coach, and Kingsbury, the Commanders’ […]

2025 will be an important year for the New England Patriots due to a number of factors. First off, it’s new head coach Mike Vrabel’s first year in charge of the team, returning to the place where he made his name as a player. Vrabel brought back offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels. The longtime Patriots assistant […]

Amid a joint practice with the Washington Commanders, New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye reacted to seeing head coach Mike Vrabel bleeding from trying to prevent a fight. In a joint practice where Boston Celtics All-Star Jayson Tatum in attendance at Gillette Stadium, the scrimmage between the two NFL teams nearly turned physical before Vrabel […]

The New England Patriots had their joint practice with the Washington Commanders ahead of their first preseason game, and things have already gotten intense on the field. Players have been practicing against their teammates for the past two weeks, and now that they’re facing someone new, it could get more physical than usual. That’s what […]

The New England Patriots are currently taking part in training camp as they gear up for the upcoming 2025 NFL season. New England will look to get itself back in the playoff mix for the first time since the 2021 season under the direction of new head coach Mike Vrabel, who was brought in to […]

New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is dating famous rapper Cardi B in what is one of the most talked-about celebrity relationships. Leading up to the NFL season, head coach Mike Vrabel admits he has yet to meet Cardi B. However, he seems excited about the opportunity after cracking a joke about going out […]

The New England Patriots have suffered a significant blow in training camp as second-year cornerback and core special teamer Marcellas Dial Jr. has officially been diagnosed with a torn ACL in his left knee, per ESPN’s Mike Reiss. The injury occurred during 11-on-11 drills on Monday, August 4, and Dial was carted off the field […]

The New England Patriots have potentially found another hidden gem in training camp. As good as Drake Maye has been ahead of his second season, many believe rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson has been their best player thus far. As the team’s 2025 second-round pick, Henderson was one of the Patriots’ 11-man draft class. He […]

The NFL landscape was rocked this preseason by the stunning trade request of Dallas Cowboys All-Pro pass rusher Micah Parsons. A contract standoff descended into a public rift, with Parsons making it clear that years of private frustration had finally boiled over,  and he wanted out. For the New England Patriots, who are in the […]

You know it’s training camp season in the NFL when almost everything is a story. That includes the outrageous shirt of New England Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins. The Patriots signed Hollins to a two-year, $8.4 million contract this offseason, and they’re now witnessing what he can bring to the table: Energy, leadership, and goofiness—a […]

There can be dreams of a big trade for the New England Patriots. And they can enjoy the offseason work put in by Rhamondre Stevenson. But here is the Patriots’ biggest reason to panic after the start of the 2025 training camp. The Patriots have high hopes for second-year quarterback Drake Maye. And they think […]