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Sunday, September 13, 2026
How will the Patriots cope with losing WR A.J. Brown for four weeks?

Brown suffered a high ankle sprain in Week 1 that will keep him out of the lineup. Who will need to step up for the Patriots in his absence?

Patriots have no excuse not to unleash Kyle Williams after A.J. Brown injury

Kyle Williams barely saw the field in Week 1, but A.J. Brown's injury gives the Patriots every reason to unleash the speedy young receiver.

Sunday Patriots Notes: Week 1 loss won’t define season

The New England Patriots dropped their season opener to the Seattle Seahawks 13-10 Wednesday night. Now, preparation turns to their home opener next Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Before...

Drake Maye's loudest critics just got proven wrong in a way Patriots fans will love

The Patriots' quarterback has had his struggles over the last handful of games, but the sky isn't falling in New England just yet.

Saturday, September 12, 2026
Patriots reportedly unwilling to trade away WR Mack Hollins

Albert Breer reported a "respected" team inquired about trading for Hollins over Kayshon Boutte. The post Patriots reportedly unwilling to trade away WR Mack Hollins appeared first on Boston.com.

Patriots needed Rhamondre Stevenson more than his critics realized

The New England Patriots wouldn't have had any offense against the Seattle Seahawks without veteran running back Rhamondre Stevenson.

Patriots Sign DT DaQuan Jones, Move WR A.J. Brown To IR

The Patriots officially placed star wide receiver A.J. Brown on injured reserve on Saturday, opening a roster spot to sign veteran defensive tackle DaQuan Jones. More to come.

Analysis: Patriots place WR A.J. Brown on injured reserve, sign DT DaQuan Jones

Brown is eligible to return this season but will miss a minimum of four games.

Patriots Sign Veteran DT DaQuan Jones and Place WR A.J. Brown On IR

The New England Patriots announced today that they have signed veteran DT DaQuan Jones. In addition, the Patriots placed WR A.J. Brown on injured reserve.

Patriots' key divisional rival looks to be doomed ahead of the 2026 season

The Dolphins have historically given the Patriots trouble, but they look to be struggling in camp.

One position group could derail the Patriots' 2026 Super Bowl plans

How confident should you be about the state of the Patriots roster heading into the 2026 season? My position group breakdown reveals some reasons for optimism—and reasons for concern.

Mack Hollins is given a massive new task from the Patriots ahead of Week 2

The veteran receiver is expected to step up in place of A.J. Brown and become Drake Maye's new favorite weapon as long as the superstar is sidelined.

Drake Maye doubters are clearly missing the plot (again) after Week 1 dud

The New England Patriots couldn't get much going in Week 1 vs. the Settle Seahwaks, and it didn't take long for some to jump off the Drake Maye bandwagon.

Packers expert gives Patriots fans something to think about after Romeo Doubs' debut

New England's newest wide receiver might not have had the most ideal debut in Week 1, but that doesn't mean he won't get better as the season progresses.

3-Point Stance: Undisciplined football derailed the Patriots’ chances against the Seahawks

Seven second-half penalties and three fourth-quarter Drake Maye interceptions don’t comprise a winning recipe. And on Wednesday night, despite holding a third-quarter 10-0 lead over the Seattle...

Mike Vrabel already under fire for what is labeled a big preseason mistake

The Patriots' head coach is facing a lot of questions about a preseason decision that many feel affected their Week 1 performance.

Friday, September 11, 2026
Perry: Why A.J. Brown's high ankle sprain is ‘major concern' for Patriots

After years of rumors and speculation about A.J. Brown joining the Patriots, the star wide receiver finally made his New England debut on Wednesday night in Seattle. It lasted all of 31 minutes....

Patriots placing A.J. Brown on IR will force Josh McDaniels to get in his bag

A.J. Brown's move to injured reserve leaves the Patriots without their No. 1 receiver, but Josh McDaniels is uniquely equipped to keep the offense afloat.

Drake Maye's big-game struggles are becoming an unwelcome trend for the Patriots

Drake Maye's Wednesday performance showed this terrible habit could continue to haunt the Patriots in 2026.

What placing A.J. Brown on IR, signing DaQuan Jones means for the Patriots

Two days after he left their season opener with what was later diagnosed as a high-ankle sprain, the New England Patriots have decided to place wide receiver A.J. Brown on injured reserve. The...

Patriots reportedly placing WR A.J. Brown on injured reserve, set to sign DT DaQuan Jones

Brown is now set to miss at least four games. The post Patriots reportedly placing WR A.J. Brown on injured reserve, set to sign DT DaQuan Jones appeared first on Boston.com.

Sources: Patriots WR Brown to go on IR, miss at least 4 games

The Patriots are placing wide receiver A.J .Brown on injured reserve due to his high ankle sprain, sidelining him for a minimum of four games, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Patriots swipe longtime Bills starter to give Mike Vrabel another defensive weapon

After playing for the division-rival Buffalo Bills for the last four years, veteran defensive tackle DaQuan Jones is taking his talents to New England.

Patriots WR A.J. Brown headed to injured reserve with high ankle sprain, per report

Brown suffered the injury in the third quarter of the season opener against the Seahawks

3 under-the-radar implications of Christian Gonzalez's hefty contract extension

Christian Gonzalez is back for the long haul, but there are further implications.

Patriots to make A.J. Brown roster move amid high ankle sprain

This roster move is a major blow to the Patriots right at the start of the year.

Patriots To Place WR A.J. Brown On IR

A.J. Brown’s high ankle sprain will indeed result in a notable stretch on the sidelines. The Patriots are placing their No. 1 receiver on injured reserve, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. More to come…

Patriots place A.J. Brown on injured reserve, per report

For at least the next four games, the New England Patriots will not have A.J. Brown available. After suffering a reported high-ankle sprain in Wednesday’s season opener, the team has decided to...

Sources: Patriots to add ex-Bills DT Jones on 1-year deal

The Patriots are expected to sign free agent defensive tackle DaQuan Jones to a one-year deal worth up to $6 million, sources told NFL Network.

Patriots sign DT DaQuan Jones to reported 1-year contract

The New England Patriots are adding some size to their defensive line. Veteran tackle DaQuan Jones, who is listed at 6-foot-4 and 320 pounds, is set to join the team on a one-year contract....

Patriots To Sign DT DaQuan Jones

DaQuan Jones remained a free agent through the first two games of the 2026 season. He has managed to line up a new deal now, however. The veteran defensive tackle is expected to sign with the...

Patriots' heartbreaking Week 1 loss may actually be a blessing in disguise

While dropping the season opener vs. the Seattle Seahawks was far from ideal, the New England Patriots may have needed the growing pains.

Patriots News: Silver linings from Week 1 wreck

After spending a full day beating up on the Patriots, it’s okay to start tempering the anger and frustration. Today’s links are a mix of continued hammering on what went wrong, with a...

The Day Football Returned: How 9/11, Joe Andruzzi and an Unforgettable Afternoon Changed Patriots History

25 years later, looking back at the inspirational pregame that came on the heels of the 9/11 attacks and the game that changed the course of New England Patriots history.

Patriots place A.J. Brown on IR; star WR to miss at least four games

The New England Patriots will be without their No. 1 wide receiver for the foreseeable future. A.J. Brown was placed on injured reserve Friday due to the high ankle sprain he suffered in the third...

Patriots rookie stock report reveals a much-needed silver lining after Week 1

The Patriots' Week 1 loss was ugly, but strong debuts from Gabe Jacas, Eli Raridon and other rookies provided a much-needed silver lining.

Gabe Jacas shows improvement in regular season debut

New England Patriots second-round draft pick Gabe Jacas played 19 defensive snaps in his NFL debut Wednesday night. For the most part, head coach Mike Vrabel liked what he saw. “Continues to...

Mike Vrabel reaffirms his trust in quarterback Drake Maye despite turnover-filled fourth quarter in loss to Seahawks

"Drake will learn from it, we will all learn from it, and hopefully we will be better for it in the end." The post Mike Vrabel reaffirms his trust in quarterback Drake Maye despite turnover-filled...

A.J. Brown to reportedly miss at least 4 weeks with high ankle sprain

Brown could miss upcoming games against the Steelers, Jaguars, and Bills. The post A.J. Brown to reportedly miss at least 4 weeks with high ankle sprain appeared first on Boston.com.

Patriots injury analysis after season opener vs. Seahawks

Their season opener against the Seattle Seahawks did not go the way the New England Patriots would have hoped. Not only did they let a 10-0 lead slip out of their grasp behind a three-interception...

Patriots' questionable Christian Gonzalez decision helped Seahawks get the win

The Patriots' defense played a stellar game against the Super Bowl Champions, with only one coaching decision that still doesn't make sense.

Josh McDaniels might be in the hot seat already after Patriots' season opener

The Patriots' offense couldn't have been worse in their Week 1 rematch with the Seahawks.

Thursday, September 10, 2026
Source: Patriots WR Brown likely out at least 4 weeks with high ankle sprain

An MRI on the right ankle of A.J. Brown on Thursday confirmed that the New England Patriots receiver suffered a high ankle sprain in the team's season opener and he will be out at least four...

Pats WR A.J. Brown Suffers High Ankle Sprain, Could Go On IR

Leading 10-0 early in the third quarter, the Patriots were on their way to pulling an upset in Wednesday’s season-opening Super Bowl rematch with the Seahawks. The wheels came off in the fourth...

Are the Patriots already regretting the Kayshon Boutte trade?

With A.J. Brown now reportedly dealing with a high ankle sprain, the Patriots might have benefited from keeping Kayshon Boutte around. The post Are the Patriots already regretting the Kayshon...

A.J. Brown injury update confirms return timeline for Patriots wide receiver

New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown's timeline to return from an ankle injury has been revealed.

Patriots vs. Seahawks: The good, the bad, the s—t that gets you beat

Ahead of his first training camp as Patriots head coach in 2025, Mike Vrabel explained that he was judging his team’s performances by three distinct categories: the good, the bad, and the s—t that...

After Further Review: Drake Maye breakdown, Patriots defense review, and quick-hit film notes from the loss to the Seahawks

Film review of the Patriots loss to the Seahawks in Week 1, including a full breakdown of QB Drake Maye's performance.

Bill Simmons, Dave Portnoy, others ripped Drake Maye’s ‘nightmare’ performance

"When it comes to Drake Maye, did it change my perception? No, because my perception is that I've never been sold on him.” The post Bill Simmons, Dave Portnoy, others ripped Drake Maye’s...

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