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Saturday, April 18, 2026
Eagles Super Bowl Champ had a lot to say about AJ Brown and the Patriots

If hearing from countless NFL insiders and analysts wasn't enough for Patriots fans about an AJ Brown trade, maybe an Eagles legend will do the trick.

Friday, April 17, 2026
Mike Vrabel not under NFL investigation for Arizona resort photos

Even though the NFL Draft is less than a week away, one of the most widely circulated stories in the league these days is the recently-emerged photos of New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel...

Eagles reportedly to ‘operate’ 2026 NFL Draft as if A.J. Brown won’t be in Philly Week 1

The Patriots remain the "front-runner" to acquire wide receiver A.J. Brown from the Eagles. The post Eagles reportedly to ‘operate’ 2026 NFL Draft as if A.J. Brown won’t be in Philly Week 1...

Inside the fallout of the Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel photos

How Dianna Russini and New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel scrambled to respond to photos published in the New York Post.

Dolphins Rumors: Aikman, Draft, OL

Joining Tom Brady on the top tier of NFL announcer salaries, Troy Aikman also followed the fellow Hall of Famer by double-dipping with regards to assisting a team with big-picture decisions. The...

Patriots should take flier on low-cost option to shore up pass rush

Signing EDGE Jihad Ward could give the New England Patriots a solid rotational piece on the cheap.

Here’s what’s happening in Lexington and Concord this weekend for Patriots Day

From reenactments to battle walks to parades and block parties. The post Here’s what’s happening in Lexington and Concord this weekend for Patriots Day appeared first on Boston.com.

This Day 2 pass rusher could be exactly what the Patriots defense needs

New England may look to the middle rounds to find an edge rusher capable of finishing plays consistently.

Gillette Stadium Events in Limbo as Foxboro Pushes Kraft for More Money

Foxboro officials are holding up approvals for upcoming events at Gillette Stadium, setting up a growing standoff with the Kraft Group over who should pay for rising public safety costs.The...

Patriots links 4/16/26: Finding prospect fits: OG, DT, QB

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Newest Patriots star sends loud message to AJ Brown amid trade rumors

Kevin Byard III has been a consistent voice regarding the Patriots' potential trade for wide receiver AJ Brown this offseason.

Add two projected top-50 edge rushers to list of Patriots pre-draft meetings

The New England Patriots reportedly hosted edge rushers Malachi Lawrence and Gabe Jacas for top-30 visits. The post Add two projected top-50 edge rushers to list of Patriots pre-draft meetings...

Patriots Urged to Use NFL Draft to Gain ‘Leverage’ Over Eagles in A.J. Brown Trade Talks

New England continues to be linked to a trade for Brown The post Patriots Urged to Use NFL Draft to Gain ‘Leverage’ Over Eagles in A.J. Brown Trade Talks appeared first on Heavy Sports.

How’s Dianna Russini Dealing With Mike Vrabel Scandal Behind Closed Doors? Close Friend Reveals The Details

The walls are closing in on Dianna Russini.

Patriots draft target: ED Keldric Faulk scouting report, bio, outlook

The New England Patriots are heading toward the 2026 NFL Draft with defensive edge high up on their list of needs. It’s not that they are lacking a starter — Harold Landry and Dre’Mont Jones are...

“Close Source” Of Dianna Russini Reveals Who Snapped The Scandalous Hotel Photos Of Her With Mike Vrabel

The call is coming from inside the home.

New Patriots five-round mock draft could change everything for Drake Maye

A five-round mock draft focused on protection and playmakers could help New England build around Drake Maye the right way.

Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini Photos Cause New Controversy

The Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini bombshell photos from Page Six caused a new controversy in the media this week. The post Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini Photos Cause New Controversy appeared first on...

Deion Branch's return has Patriots fans dreaming of another Louisville star

The Patriots having former WR Deion Branch announce one of their Day 2 selections could be a magical moment for one rookie prospect.

Patriots Mailbag: Breaking down more reader-submitted mock drafts

The 2026 NFL Draft is officially less than one weeks away. So, instead of the usual questions submitted and answered in our #PostPulpit mailbag, we will be going through one last batch of your own...

Did you follow the local news this week? Take our Greater Boston news quiz.

Marathon modifications, a Vrabel hullabaloo, and an onerous override all made this week’s news quiz. The post Did you follow the local news this week? Take our Greater Boston news quiz. appeared...

7 linebacker fits for the Patriots in the 2026 NFL Draft

The 2026 NFL Draft is less than 10 days away as the New England Patriots continue the process of finishing their board. Things will look quite different for the team this draft picking 31st...

Mel Kiper's latest mock draft strips Patriots of chance to land future franchise star

The Patriots have been connected to one of the top offensive tackles in this year's draft class, only to see him taken a few picks before in a new mock draft.

Patriots draft target: LB Kaleb Elarms-Orr scouting report, bio, outlook

Speaking to reporters earlier this week, New England Patriots executive vice president of player personnel Eliot Wolf gave some insight into the state of the linebacker class in this year’s NFL...

New Patriots star has bold claim about Bears’ Caleb Williams, despite playing with Drake Maye

High praise for Caleb Williams.

Thursday, April 16, 2026
Malachi Lawrence Drawing Major Interest

APRIL 16: The Patriots used a “30” visit on Lawrence, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald relays. In addition to the Pats and the previously reported Colts, 49ers, Seahawks and Texans, Lawrence met...

Ian Rapoport: Patriots trading for A.J. Brown ‘most likely scenario’ this offseason

"Most people believe that there’s an eventual trade to the Patriots." The post Ian Rapoport: Patriots trading for A.J. Brown ‘most likely scenario’ this offseason appeared first on Boston.com.

Pair of edge rushers gets added to Patriots’ list of pre-draft visits

The window to bring external prospects in for pre-draft visits officially closed on Wednesday. At that point, 23 of the 30 spots available to the New England Patriots had been reported. On...

Patriots A.J. Brown Trade ‘Most Likely’ Outcome Emerges: Insider

An insider says a Patriots trade for A.J. Brown is now the most likely outcome, as a clear landing spot emerges for the All-Pro receiver. The post Patriots A.J. Brown Trade ‘Most Likely’ Outcome...

Patriots draft meetings tracker 2026: Visits, workouts, interviews, more

Coming off a Super Bowl berth, the New England Patriots have a clear plan in mind for the 2026 offseason: it’s about remodeling, not rebuilding, as head coach Mike Vrabel said after the season....

A.J. Brown trade to Patriots ‘most likely scenario,’ claims NFL insider

With the first round of the NFL Draft coming up in just seven days, the rumor mill is working overtime. Not all rumors are directly tied to the event, though, as New England Patriots fans probably...

Patriots legend to announce team’s Day 2 picks in 2026 NFL draft

Deion Branch will make an appearance on behalf of his former team at next week’s NFL Draft. The longtime wide receiver and MVP of Super Bowl XXXIX has been chosen to announce the New England...

Patriots’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft for all 11 picks

Who knows which direction the New England Patriots will go with their first pick? But they have 11 selections overall, along with high expectations and a possible eye on a trade. And here is the...

Patriots may need to watch rival Bills snag coveted WR prospect before them

New England Patriots fans need to prepare for the Buffalo Bills possibly drafting wide receiver KC Concepcion before them in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Patriots Are ‘Frontrunners’ in A.J. Brown Trade Talks: Report

The New England Patriots have been hard after Eagles All-Pro WR A.J. Brown for some time now. Upgrading their wide receiver corps has been a goal for some time now, and even after signing Romeo...

NFL analyst just gave the Patriots the perfect blueprint for the 2026 Draft

Patriot Nation should be very happy if Tyler Sullivan's draft were the Patriots'. He addressed need positions all over the field. Whether Mike Vrabel really feels you should never draft for need...

Prioritizing power? Best offensive guard fits for Patriots in NFL Draft

Editor’s Note: In the lead-up to the 2026 NFL Draft, Phil Perry is identifying the best fits for the Patriots at each position based on the traits that Mike Vrabel and Eliot Wolf value, as well as...

ESPN expert reveals Patriots’ NFL Draft plan to ‘keep leverage on Eagles’ for A.J. Brown trade

Two months after their Super Bowl LX run, the New England Patriots are stocked up with 11 selections in the 2026 NFL Draft. While they have a clear need to add offensive playmakers, their...

Deuce's 2026 Patriots Mock Draft 2.0

Mike Dussault turns in his final mock draft of the spring by executing multiple trades to get his favorite prospects in a Patriots uniform.

Recent draft visits are a dead giveaway for the Patriots' first-round plans

The Patriots focus on bringing in some of the most talented pass rusher of this year's draft class points to their first-round plan.

2026 Patriots Mock Draft Tracker

Our staff has compiled what the top 'experts' are predicting the New England Patriots will do in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Patriots links 4/16/26: Finding prospect fits: S, OT, LB, ST

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Patriots' Kevin Byard stokes A.J. Brown trade rumors by sending blunt message to Eagles star

Byard joined Logan Ryan on CBS Sports HQ's ''The Offseason Playbook,'' and told Ryan why he would like Brown in a Pats uniform

Kevin Byard pitches A.J. Brown on a trade to Patriots

The New England Patriots will be an exciting team to watch during the 2026 NFL Draft. New England will look to add more talent around QB Drake Maye in the hopes of getting back to the Super Bowl...

Eliot Wolf hints at Patriots’ linebacker plan in the NFL Draft

Even though Robert Spillane and Christian Elliss are set to return as the top two options, the New England Patriots are in the process of rebuilding their linebacker room. The depth behind them,...

Super Bowl-winning pass rusher could become the Patriots' next free-agent target

Edge Derek Barnett is no superstar, but he'd give Mike Vrabel another veteran to deploy at the edge. Vrabel's lackluster free agency at the edge necessitates adding more and better players. He...

NFL Draft Guru Mel Kiper Jr. Has the Patriots Addressing Defense in Round 1

Spring has sprung, and the NFL Draft is just a week away. It’s a time of year for hope around the NFL as teams look to the future. That includes the New England Patriots, who are looking to...

Patriots Have Firm Timeline for Next Christian Gonzalez Contract: Analyst

CBS Sports's Joel Corry argued the New England Patriots should sign cornerback Christian Gonzalez to a contract extension before Devon Witherspoon gets his next deal. The post Patriots Have Firm...

New blockbuster trade proposal might be too good for Patriots to pass up

The Patriots need to improve their wide receiver room for the 2026 season, and trading for Brian Thomas Jr. might be their best option.

4 reminders to keep yourself grounded during the NFL Draft

Every year, the NFL Draft media complex whips us all into a frenzy that has us convinced each draft pick will either be your team’s savior or is the final nail in the coffin for a failed front...

Best Father's Day Gifts for the New England Patriots Dad

Top gift ideas for the sports dad — from jerseys to collectibles, find the perfect present.

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