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The dust has settled following the 2021 NFL Draft, with all 32 teams attempting to make substantive additions to their rosters. Most general managers will now move on to the remaining free agents on the open market. First, though, we should take a look at some of the biggest winners and losers from this NFL […]

The New England Patriots entered the draft in unchartered territory, as their selections were higher than usual. This is what happens when you make the best sixth-round pick in the history of the sport. The front office was incredibly busy in the free-agent market and they did a good job further rounding out the roster in […]

The New England Patriots selected eight players during the 2021 NFL Draft. Alabama quarterback Mac Jones headlines New England’s ’21 draft class, which included four offensive players and four defensive players. Let’s take a pick-by-pick look at each of the Patriots’ selections. Round 1, No. 15 overall: Mac Jones, QB, Alabama The Patriots did not […]

The NFL Draft is an incredibly busy time for front offices. It is difficult enough to keep track of the board and see, which prospects are remaining, but teams also make trades to better their position. In general, trading down provides more value to a franchise, since they are acquiring more assets. The risk of […]

The New England Patriots’ need for a quarterback was never more pressing than it was in the 2020 season. After Tom Brady departed Foxborough after an incredible run to head to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Patriots got Cam Newton. Unfortunately, that experiment didn’t work out well. Thankfully, the Patriots were able to sit back […]

Over two years ago, Mac Jones tweeted a side-by-side picture of his shirtless self next to the infamous shirtless combine photo of Tom Brady. Jones apparently had a premonition given that two years later, the New England Patriots selected him with the No. 15 overall pick on Thursday. This is the particular tweet from the […]

As the adage goes, “good things come to those who wait.” These words are very applicable to the New England Patriots in the first round of this year’s NFL Draft. Standing pat at the 15th pick, Alabama’s Mac Jones fell to New England’s lap. Patriots head coach Bill Belichick gave an update on who the […]

Despite the fact that the heralded Alabama Crimson Tide continue to be by far the best program in all of college football, it is rare that the SEC powerhouse has a highly-touted quarterback leading up to the NFL Draft. However, this year was certainly different as the New England Patriots have officially selected former Alabama […]

A reunion looks unlikely now. There have been rumors all off-season about quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo going back to the New England Patriots but it seems unlikely now. With the San Francisco 49ers drafting a quarterback with the third pick they have been rumored to be shopping Jimmy Garoppolo. He was hurt during most of the […]

The 2021 NFL Draft is drawing near and the rumors keep flying off the shelf. Now, the New England Patriots are the latest of the rumored teams interested in trading up into the top 10 of the draft, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.  From our NFL Draft Preview Show: Trade calls are being […]

If you’re Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots, you’re stuck in a bit of an awkward position in the first round, especially given your needs. By the time you’re on the clock with the 15th overall pick, at least three or four of the top five quarterback prospects will be gone, and goodness gracious […]

The Green Bay Packers are a mess right now and their star quarterback is done with it. The disgruntled Aaron Rodgers wants out and the last few seasons have been pushing him in this direction. This likely started when the Packers took Jordan Love in the first round of the 2020 draft instead of a […]

2021 NFL Draft Bold Trade Predictions, Including Justin Fields To The Patriots Rate, review, and subscribe to Establish the Pass on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. Apple Podcasts link: Episode 153 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Spotify Podcasts link: Episode 153 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Establish the Pass Podcast Episode 153 – […]

If you’re a New England Patriots fan, don’t worry about your team’s rough 2020 season. If recent rumors are to be believed, Bill Belichick and the Patriots could be on their way back real quick. Here’s the cherry on top: their potential resurgence might be coming back on one of the most heartwarming reunions of […]

The New England Patriots had an uncharacteristically busy offseason and seemed like they were going to sign everybody. The front office spent some serious cash on wide receiver Nelson Agholor, pass rusher Matthew Judon, tight ends Hunter Henry, and Jonnu Smith. New England still has some glaring needs to address in the draft and can […]

The New England Patriots might be dangling 2019 Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore in trade talks in an effort to move up the 2021 NFL Draft board. Dianna Russini of ESPN reported Tuesday she spoke to a team in the top 10 that revealed it had talks with New England. Russini suggested it is […]

The New England Patriots had a disappointing season in their first year without Tom Brady. Meanwhile, Brady went on to win the Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It was clear they didn’t have enough talent on the offensive side of the ball as they finished 27th in the league in both yards and […]

The New England Patriots have already made a splash in free agency but they are also eyeing to do the same in the upcoming 2021 NFL Draft. According to the NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, the Patriots are reportedly planning to move up into the top 10 in order to have a greater chance of landing their […]

The New England Patriots may not have one of the top picks in the 2021 NFL Draft but they are still looking to steal a promising talent to add to their roster next season. A few days leading up to the proceedings, rumors have been swirling that the Patriots are reportedly keeping an eye on […]

Tom Brady and Bill Belichick may have had their differences in the years leading up to the eventual separation of the famous quarterback-coach duo. But they are still part of the old guard; the “get off my lawn” mentality, if you will. Brady went after the NFL for expanding jersey eligibility, saying the new rule […]

The New England Patriots missed the playoffs last season after years of being accustomed to competing for the Super Bowl. Cam Newton replaced Tom Brady as the starting quarterback and while he had his moments of stardom, he left a lot to be desired. Now, the team has been spending big money in free agency […]

Just a few short years ago, Todd Gurley was one of the top superstars in the NFL for the Los Angeles Rams. He was widely considered the best running back in football and was nearly unstoppable for defenses. His ability as a dual-threat running back made him a matchup nightmare. Unfortunately, a knee injury has […]

With the most notable free agents already signed, and the NFL Draft next week, breaking news of the offseason will soon dwindle. Taking that into account, let’s focus our attention on the regular season by looking at the projected win totals for all NFL teams. Here is a list of every team’s projected win totals […]

Alabama quarterback Mac Jones has been one of the biggest risers in this year’s lead up to the NFL Draft. At the start, he was disregarded precisely because he was on an Alabama squad loaded with talent. Now, some have him going as high as third overall to the San Francisco 49ers.  Mac Jones is […]

With the upcoming 2021 NFL Draft sporting quite the talented quarterback class, former North Dakota State Bison quarterback Trey Lance has become somewhat of an afterthought in NFL news despite the fact that the collegiate standout could very well come off the board inside the top 10 come late April. Thanks to the presence of […]

The New England Patriots decided to tag former wide receiver Julian Edelman with a failed physical designation before they released him from the team’s lineup. After the move, the veteran then formally announced his retirement from professional football after playing 12 seasons in the league. By doing it, Edelman will be able to collect money […]

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman announced his retirement last week after playing 12 seasons in the league. The story of how Edelman landed with the Patriots in the seventh round of the 2009 NFL Draft out of Kent State is certainly an interesting one, as told by Mike Reiss of ESPN. Edelman was […]

The New England Patriots have reportedly re-signed cornerback J.C. Jackson, who agreed to sign the one-year $3.38 million second-round tender the Pats offered him this offseason, per Sky Sports. New England signaled the deal was done after posting a GIF of Mr. INT, having led the squad in interceptions last year with nine, just one […]

Sports nutrition guru and occasional NFL quarterback Tom Brady may not drink a lot of beer these days, as he TB12s-his way through a Father Time-defying career. (Plus, he’s more of an avocado tequila guy anyway.) When it’s all said and done, though, the football GOAT can sit back, crack open a cold one, and […]

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick heaped praise on Julian Edelman after the longtime Pats receiver announced his retirement from the NFL earlier this week. Belichick, who is as reputable as any coach in terms of player development, said Edelman came ”further than most any other player that I’ve coached,” per Kevin Patra of […]

The New England Patriots built one of the greatest dynasties in sports history that started back in 2001 and carried all the way through 2019. Spearheaded by Tom Brady and Bill Belichick, the Patriots created a model of consistency that resulted in plenty of Super Bowl victories. During the Brady – Belichick era, the Patriots […]

Julian Edelman announced his retirement from the NFL on Monday after failing his physical. The New England Patriots felt it was for the best he’s no longer on the roster, as Edelman has been dealing with a serious knee injury for quite some time. After Edelman announced his retirement, social media went into a frenzy […]

2021 NFL Mock Draft Live: Picks #1-8 Rate, review, and subscribe to Establish the Pass on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. Apple Podcasts link: Episode 149 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Spotify Podcasts link: Episode 149 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Establish the Pass Podcast Episode 149 – Blake Lovell and Dillon Reagan […]

Three-time Super Bowl champion Julian Edelman announced his retirement on Monday following his release from the New England Patriots. The wide receiver played all 12 seasons of his NFL career with the Patriots. https://twitter.com/Edelman11/status/1381722282570170373 A seventh-round draft pick in 2009 out of Kent State, Julian Edelman spent his collegiate days playing quarterback. However, he ultimately […]

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman announced his retirement on social media after spending all 12 seasons of his NFL career with the Patriots. In New England, Edelman helped bring home three NFL championships and had a tremendous impact on his former quarterback Tom Brady, who knows a thing or two about what it […]

Lasting just one season following the departure of current Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady, longtime New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman announced on Monday that he would be hanging up his cleats for good. With Edelman, who won multiple Super Bowl titles as a member of the heralded Patriots, electing to retire ahead […]

Former New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman has officially retired from the NFL and the game of football. In a video posted on social media, an emotional-looking Edelman announced his retirement, noting that the wheels have come off after his injury last year. “Nothing in my career has ever come easy, and no surprise, […]

The New England Patriots are cutting ties with longtime wide receiver Julian Edelman, who might be bound for retirement. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network first reported Edelman had been listed as a “failed physical” on the transaction wire. The #Patriots have terminated the contract of WR Julian Edelman, per the wire. He’s listed as a […]

There have been whispers in the last couple of seasons suggesting the New England Patriots could look to trade star cornerback and 2019 Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore. The 30-year-old is in the last year of his contract and surrounded by uncertainty regarding his future with the Patriots. But Gilmore told Ben Volin […]