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Sunday, July 19, 2026
Patriots' Super Bowl dreams would take a crushing hit if this prediction comes true

The Patriots have a few weaknesses they'll need to overcome during the 2026 season, and one of them could be due to who they hope is a future star player.

ESPN just admitted what Patriots fans have long known about A.J. Brown

In the NFL, if you have a really good or great quarterback, you can contend. The Patriots and Mike Vrabel have one in Drake Maye. Now, fortified by the addition of A.J. Brown, expect Maye to have...

Drake Maye just earned the label Patriots fans have dreamed about since Tom Brady

If there was any doubt about Drake Maye's bright future with the Patriots, this kind of praise surely puts that to rest.

Rare dual-threat weapon could turn Drake Maye into the quarterback rivals fear most

Despite being part of arguably the most disastrous draft class in franchise history, Marcus Jones has quietly developed into an elite returner and sensational s

Patriots may have uncovered the breakout star hiding in their riskiest free agent move

The Patriots' offensive line was massively upgraded this offseason, with a longtime former Jet leading the pack as the riskiest yet highest-reward addition.

Patriots Position Snapshot: Edge

In the lead-up to 2026 training camp, we’re inspecting the Patriots roster position by position. Today, an examination of the edge.

Patriots insider just said the quiet part out loud about Drake Maye's future

The immediate and long-term future for Drake Maye in New England might be the brightest it could possibly be.

Sunday Patriots Notes: How A.J. Brown shifts defense’s philosophy

The quiet portion of the NFL offseason is nearly complete as the New England Patriots will soon open training camp. But following the last true week without football, this week’s version of our...

Joejuan Williams, former second-round draft pick, returns to Patriots

Two months after announcing his retirement from pro football, former NFL cornerback Joejuan Williams has shared news about his post-playing career: as he posted on social media, the 28-year-old is...

Next predicted blockbuster trade has the Patriots' name written all over it

There are a few superstars that might demand a trade before the 2026 deadline, and the Patriots should be all over one of the best names of all.

Saturday, July 18, 2026
Tom Brady busy at Fanatics Fest, from a face slap to showing off his arm

Brady went viral after smacking Logan Paul’s face on Friday. The post Tom Brady busy at Fanatics Fest, from a face slap to showing off his arm appeared first on Boston.com.

Patriots' best-kept training camp secret is finally ready to shine

Namdi Obiazor isn't generating much buzz yet, but the Patriots rookie linebacker has all the traits to become New England's next training camp fan favorite.

3-Point Stance: Drake Maye’s potential 2026 leap goes beyond the stat sheet

What signals improvement for Drake Maye in 2026? Typically, statistics are fans’ primary driver in their assessment of a player’s individual impact. Although strong numbers are a byproduct of...

Poll: Will Pats Remain Elite In 2026?

Beginning life after Bill Belichick in 2024, the Patriots stumbled through their second straight 4-13 season under rookie head coach Jerod Mayo. Although Mayo put together a successful career as a...

Patriots' All Pro's recent snub just poured fuel on New England's fire

Kevin Byard IIl will join Pro-Bowler Christian Gonzalez, shutdown fellow cornerback, Carlton Davis III, 2025 rookie star, Craig Woodson, and Marcus Jones to form one of the NFL's best secondaries....

3-time Pro Bowler just said what no Patriots fan would ever utter about Drake Maye

The Patriots quarterback is coming off a season where he led the team to the Super Bowl, yet that isn't too impressive for some former players.

The Patriots may have committed highway robbery with this overlooked trade

The Patriots could have pulled off one of the best trades of the offseason.

Patriots are sitting on a breakout star and the NFL isn't ready for it

There are plenty of big names to watch closely during Patriots training camp, but then there are some potential breakouts who might steal the attention.

Patriots Position Snapshot: Running Backs

In the lead-up to 2026 training camp, we’re inspecting the Patriots roster position by position. Today, an examination of the running backs.

Stefon Diggs' new drama forces the Patriots to let go of any reunion interest

The wide receiver seems unable to avoid trouble this offseason, and that likely eliminates him from a potential Patriots return.

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Raiders send a can't miss message to the Patriots to trade for budding superstar

If ever there was a sign that the Patriots need to call a team about a trade, the Raiders just made it clear that they're the ones to talk to.

Friday, July 17, 2026
Robert Kraft backs Mike Vrabel after controversial offseason: ‘No one is infallible’

“We’re privileged to have Mike as our head coach. No one is infallible." The post Robert Kraft backs Mike Vrabel after controversial offseason: ‘No one is infallible’ appeared first on Boston.com.

Minor NFL Transactions: 7/17/26

Friday’s minor transactions from around the NFL: New England Patriots Waived: DT Travis Shaw San Francisco 49ers Waived: OL Zachary Thomas Thomas didn’t play in 2025, only spending two weeks on...

Patriots 2026 scouting report for G Mike Onwenu

The New England Patriots’ roster has undergone a massive transformation process over the last couple of years, and especially after Mike Vrabel was hired as head coach in January 2025. Vrabel and...

What waiving Travis Shaw means for the Patriots

The New England Patriots entered the final weekend before training camp by parting ways with one of their players. Defensive tackle Travis Shaw was waived by the team on Friday. Shaw, 22,...

Patriots waive rookie defender ahead of training camp

Five days before their rookie class is set to report to training camp, the New England Patriots parted ways with one of its members. Travis Shaw, who joined the club as an undrafted free agent in...

Patriots' dream of winning the AFC East would vanish if Bills make this trade

The future of the AFC East runs through the Patriots, or at least it would if the Bills don't pull off another blockbuster trade for Josh Allen's offense.

Patriots Release DT Travis Shaw

The Patriots announced that they have released rookie free agent defensive tackle Travis Shaw today.

New England Patriots' Drake Maye shares early impressions of A.J. Brown

Maye has been impressed with his newest weapon.

Patriots' new offensive duo just earned a label fans haven't seen in years

The Patriots' revamped receiving corps along with their running back duo of Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson, will provide Drake Maye with a ready arsenal of available weapons. The...

Patriots insider names surprising offseason move that's flying under every radar

ESPN' Mike Reiss had an interesting pick for the Patriots' most underrated offseason move.

Patriots links 7/17/26: Summer spotlight on LB, D-Line

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Drake Maye just said what Patriots fans have been waiting to hear about A.J. Brown

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is already meshing well with wide receiver A.J. Brown.

Patriots mailbag: How many roster spots are up for grabs?

The New England Patriots have ended their offseason program and now break until training camp later this month. While players are out of the facility, plenty remains to break down. So, let’s get...

Patriots Position Snapshot: Linebackers

In the lead-up to 2026 training camp, we’re inspecting the Patriots roster position by position. Today, an examination of the off-the-ball linebackers.

Numbers to Know: Can Eli Raridon buck Patriots' troubling TE trend?

Editor’s note: Patriots insider Phil Perry is sharing 26 numbers to know for 26 days leading up to Day 1 of training camp on July 25. Last week, we covered numbers 1 through 9. Next up, 10 through...

Jets' next quarterback mistake would be the latest gift to the Patriots

A new trade proposal for the Jets to solve their quarterback woes would become the gift that keeps on giving for the Patriots.

Patriots 2026 scouting report for OL Caedan Wallace

The New England Patriots’ first draft of the post-Bill Belichick era started off with a bang, but it quickly went sideways from there. After Drake Maye was selected third overall by Eliot Wolf and...

Brandon Aiyuk disaster gives Patriots a new trade partner for rising star

If the Patriots want to trade Kayshon Boutte ahead of the 2026 season, they were just given a new team to call about a deal.

Thursday, July 16, 2026
Christian Barmore is already raving about the Patriots' newest defensive group

Christian Barmore certainly sounds excited about a retooled front seven that could make all the difference in the Patriots making it back to the Super Bowl or falling short of expectations.

Patriots are quickly running out of time to 'do right' by Kayshon Boutte

The clock is ticking for the New England Patriots to do what one NFL insider suggests is "right" by Kayshon Boutte.

How many first-round picks would Drake Maye be worth?

One ESPN writer said Maye would be worth at least six, so here's a look at notable QB trades from the past. The post How many first-round picks would Drake Maye be worth? appeared first on Boston.com.

ESPN analysts made one Patriots prediction fans won't be happy to see

The Patriots have an improved offense over 2025 and Drake Maye's production could actually increase with A.J. Brown around. Mike Reiss is right, with the brilliant Maye and Brown leading the way,...

Patriots 2026 scouting report for OL JonDarius Morgan

Between signing Alijah Vera-Tucker and moving Jared Wilson to center, the New England Patriots’ interior offensive line saw some change this offseason. The starter level was not the only one...

Patriots 2026 position preview: Defensive Line edition

Milton Williams was dominant. Christian Barmore showed upside. Do the Patriots have enough depth behind them without Khyiris Tonga? The post Patriots 2026 position preview: Defensive Line edition...

Christian Gonzalez gets another reason to demand top dollar from the Patriots

What should be an easy decision for the Patriots has become a worrying situation surrounding the future of cornerback Christian Gonzalez in New England.

Patriots links 7/16/26: Summer spotlight on safety

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Bears' Caleb Williams trade value is worth two fewer 1st-round picks than Drake Maye

The Bears QB is not worth nearly as much as Drake Maye right now per ESPN.

ESPN ranks A.J. Brown as a top-10 wide receiver

"He gives them run-after-catch explosion and isolation down the field on 50-50 plays that they didn’t have.” The post ESPN ranks A.J. Brown as a top-10 wide receiver appeared first on Boston.com.

Patriots urged to trade for defensive star to supercharge a Super Bowl push

The Patriots could look to add this safety as the 2026 NFL season looms.

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