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Sunday, April 5, 2026
Patriots pull off the impossible for two top playmakers in latest mock draft

The thought of adding receivers A.J. Brown by trade and Omar Cooper Jr. Cooper in the draft is enticing. Whether either acquisition is actually obtainable is the question. But it would be nice duo...

The Patriots just set a deadline for the biggest contract in franchise history

Hard Knocks could force the Patriots into a major decision on Drake Maye, putting pressure on a record-setting extension.

Drake Maye's next challenge could determine the future of the Patriots

The Patriots quarterback is expected to have a lot on his plate going into Year 3.

Patriots told to circle back to a player they moved on from this offseason

The Patriots still have needs on their defensive line, and it might be wise to consider bringing back someone they released in free agency.

Saturday, April 4, 2026
Patriots Could Pursue Maxx Crosby Trade

Since the Raiders-Ravens Maxx Crosby trade fell through, expectations have turned to Crosby remaining in Las Vegas. Interest from other suitors could of course emerge, however. One team to watch...

Patriots are scouting under-the-radar WR prospects with sneaky upside

The New England Patriots may consider selecting one of these lesser hyped wideouts in the draft's later rounds.

Patriots divisional hopes suddenly look fragile after new projection

If both Drake Maye and Will Campbell are healthy, and by the end of the offseason, the Patriots have well-fortified both their offensive line and sack-producing edge players, the Bills will be in...

New trade idea would cause more harm than good for Patriots offense

Nick Cattles of Locked On Patriots believes the team should consider trading WR Kayshon Boutte this offseason.

Overlooked Patriots starter might be replaced by top rookie prospect

Adding this special teams weapon could be a major upgrade for the Patriots in 2026.

Patriots can address massive weakness by pulling off unbelievable trade

The Patriots need to add more superstardom to their tight end room, and trading for Kyle Pitts would ensure that happens.

Mike Vrabel calls out one Patriots offensive change Josh McDaniels must make

The Patriots head coach makes it clear what change he wants to see with the offense during the 2026 season.

Friday, April 3, 2026
Patriots could solve key roster weakness with these tight ends in 2026 draft

Tight end remains one of the Patriots' top needs going into the draft.

Analyst believes Patriots may have gained edge rivals didn’t see coming

Hopefully, ESPN's take is right, and the Patriots' 2026 free agency will be as successful as 2025's version. If you ask how many positions of need the Patriots have improved on in free agency, the...

What should Patriots be willing to give up for potential A.J. Brown trade?

The New England Patriots need a true No. 1 wide receiver, and with free agency mostly over, the best place to find that impact player is via trade. Sure, a top-tier wide receiver could be found in...

A future No. 1 for Drake Maye? Best WR 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...

Patriots next big free agency signing couldn't be more obvious

The Patriots need to add more depth to their defensive line, and Bobby Wagner fits exactly what they need.

Patriots’ Hard Knocks moment could change how players view New England

The Patriots’ Hard Knocks moment could reshape how players view New England and boost their appeal to future free agents.

Latest rumor explains exactly why AJ Brown might want to be traded to Patriots

New revelations about tension within the Eagles' offense is just the latest explanation why AJ Brown wants to be traded to the Patriots.

Robert Kraft and Mike Vrabel aren’t on same page for Patriots' long-term future

Robert Kraft and Mike Vrabel's vision for the future of the Patriots are not exactly aligned.

Thursday, April 2, 2026
Free agent receiver fits Patriots offense but may not help Drake Maye much

Rather than spending money on a very unproductive receiver, Curtis Samuel, the Patriots would be better served to use that money towards a better player at any position of need and to draft a...

Stephon Gilmore Announces Retirement

Former Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore is calling it a career. The 13-year veteran cornerback announced his retirement Thursday via social media. Gilmore, 35, finished his career as a...

Patriots' rival gaining buzz as top destination for fast-rising NFL star

Brian Thomas Jr. could be traded this offseason, and the Jets are a top landing spot.

New rankings say Patriots have built one of the NFL’s most dangerous backfields

Rhamondre Stevenson is a big, more bruising runner, while TreVeyon Henderson's explosiveness is a game-breaker. They are now being touted as one of the best tandems in the NFL.

Wednesday, April 1, 2026
How A.J. Brown's knee could be a factor in Patriots' pursuit of star WR

A.J. Brown’s name has been mentioned ad nauseum in New England this offseason. It’s no secret the Patriots reportedly have interest in trading for the Philadelphia Eagles’ star wide receiver, and...

2027 NFL Fifth-Year Option Tracker

NFL teams have until May 1 to officially pick up fifth-year options on 2023 first-rounders. The 2020 CBA revamped the option structure and made them fully guaranteed, rather than guaranteed for...

Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Patriots To Pick Up Christian Gonzalez’s Fifth-Year Option; Sides Discussing Extension

As expected, the Patriots will commit to Christian Gonzalez for the 2027 campaign. Mike Vrabel told reporters today that the organization intends to pick up the star cornerback’s fifth-year...

NFL Mock Draft 4.0: Patriots trade down, bolster key positions of need

Mike Vrabel kept his team’s draft plans ambiguous this week at the NFL’s Annual League Meeting in Phoenix. When asked if he was looking for an immediate contributor with the No. 31 overall...

What we learned from Mike Vrabel's Patriots update at NFL League Meeting

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel spoke with reporters Tuesday at the 2026 NFL Annual League Meeting in Phoenix about several different topics. It was the first time Vrabel has spoken to...

AFC Contract Details: Titans, Hawkins, Ravens, Flacco, Bengals, Browns, Broncos, Colts, Patriots

Here are the latest details from contracts agreed to around the AFC, with many coming out of Nashville: Daniel Bellinger, TE (Titans). Three years, $24MM. Bellinger secured $14MM guaranteed at...

Pats Procrastination – YouTube show Episode 93 – a smidge of free agency, a pinch of pre draft and plenty of 28 – 3 tee to support Hallie

Join Chudders and Clazzy Clare as they continue to bring you their “off” season musings and opinions.  Clazzy Clare and Chudders bring you a little Patriots chat, in a casual and light hearted...

Monday, March 30, 2026
2026 NFL mock draft roundup: Another offensive tackle in Round 1 for Patriots?

The New England Patriots have plenty of roster needs to address in the 2026 NFL Draft, and that list includes offensive tackle. Even though the Patriots used the No. 4 overall pick in the 2025...

NFL meetings recap: Robert Kraft speaks, A.J. Brown latest, and more

What to KnowThe NFL’s Annual League Meeting is being held at The Biltmore in Phoenix, Ariz., from Sunday to Wednesday. Patriots owner Robert Kraft spoke with reporters Monday morning.Tom E. Curran...

Sunday, March 29, 2026
The battle for 18 games and NFL labor peace begins this week

PHOENIX — The years of labor bliss between the NFL and its players isn’t finished. But you can see the end from here. With a salary cap ballooning to $301 million this season, teams muttering...

Patriots More Likely To Draft QB Or Sign Priority UDFA After Joshua Dobbs Release

The Patriots recently re-signed quarterback Tommy DeVito and released fellow signal-caller Joshua Dobbs. DeVito therefore appears to be in the driver’s seat for New England’s QB2 post behind MVP...

Saturday, March 28, 2026
Honoring Hallie: March 28 (and 29) Charity Push for 28‑3 Tees

This weekend, PatsPropaganda is doing something special. All proceeds from every 28‑3 tee sold on 3/28 and 3/29 will be donated to Blood Cancer United in memory of Boston Herald writer Doug Kyed’s...

Friday, March 27, 2026
Patriots Eyeing OL Depth

MARCH 27: GMs who spoke with SportsBoom’s Jason La Canfora predict the Patriots will look to trade up in the first-round order with the aim of bolstering their offensive line. Even if the team...

Exploring three paths for Patriots' first three picks in NFL Draft

There hasn’t been much uncertainty for the New England Patriots to begin the last two NFL Drafts. Arm length debate aside, offensive tackle Will Campbell was (mostly) the consensus pick at No. 4...

Thursday, March 26, 2026
A new weapon for McDaniels? Best tight end 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...

Wednesday, March 25, 2026
DT Kayden McDonald Books Several Pre-Draft Visits

We are now in “30” visit season, and this year’s draft runup will feature a host of Ohio State products making such travel plans. Next month’s event could see four Buckeyes — Arvell Reese, Sonny...

Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Florio: Why Eagles ‘have to' trade A.J. Brown before next year

If the Philadelphia Eagles are seriously considering trading star wide receiver A.J. Brown, they would be wise to do so in 2026. Brown has been mentioned in trade rumors throughout the offseason...

More help for Maye? Best offensive tackle 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...

Six WRs for Patriots to target in NFL Draft if they don't trade for A.J. Brown

Making a trade for Philadelphia Eagles star A.J. Brown would be the simplest way for the New England Patriots to address their need for a No. 1 wide receiver. But the most ideal way to find one of...

Patriots 2026 roster reset: Reinforcements needed at edge and linebacker

Editor’s Note: With free agency in full swing and the NFL Draft rapidly approaching, our Patriots Insider Tom E. Curran is resetting each Patriots position by assessing their 2025 performance,...

Monday, March 23, 2026
Chargers, Bills, Patriots Book Visits With Texas A&M WR KC Concepcion

As a potential first-round pick, Texas A&M wide receiver KC Concepcion is drawing considerable interest leading up to April’s NFL draft. The Dolphins booked a visit with the 21-year-old Concepcion...

Friday, March 20, 2026
Perry: Potential A.J. Brown trade cost, Patriots' leverage and more

Will A.J. Brown be a New England Patriot in 2026? That question has persisted for weeks, and the buzz has only gotten louder in recent days. Ex-Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman added fuel to...

Wednesday, March 18, 2026
2026 NFL mock draft roundup: Latest predictions for Patriots' first-round pick

If the New England Patriots trade for Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown, they might have to give up their first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. The Denver Broncos had to part with...

Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Did A.J. Brown's price go up after the Jaylen Waddle trade?

The A.J. Brown sweepstakes just got even more interesting. On Tuesday, the Miami Dolphins traded wide receiver Jaylen Waddle and a fourth-round draft pick (111th overall) in exchange for a...

NFL Mock Draft 3.0: Patriots pick up tenacious pass-rusher for Vrabel

With the first few waves of NFL free agency in the books, let’s try to put ourselves in the shoes of Mike Vrabel to determine the type of player he’ll be looking for with the No. 31 overall pick...

Pats Procrastination – YouTube show Episode 92 – Free agency feelings…

Join Chudders and Clazzy Clare as they continue to bring you their “off season” musings and opinions. This episode, free agency… frenzy?  Clazzy Clare and Chudders bring you a little Patriots...

Monday, March 16, 2026
Patriots 2026 roster reset: Secondary still among team's biggest strengths

Editor’s Note: With NFL free agency in full swing, our Patriots Insider Tom E. Curran is resetting each Patriots position by assessing their 2025 performance, laying out their 2026 contract...

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