Patriots react to Drake Maye’s big accomplishment in 3rd NFL season
The New England Patriots reacted to Drake Maye’s recognition from the NFL.
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A.J. Brown's knee injury could jeopardize his long-term Patriots future
New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown's knee injury isn't ideal for the long term.
Patriots QB Drake Maye named AFC Offensive Player of the Month
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye earns his first AFC Offensive Player of the Month honor after a dominant October. He posted a 67.2% completion rate, 1,199 passing yards, 12 touchdowns, two interceptions and a 119.0 passer rating, plus 129 rushing yards and two scores. Maye also notched AFC Offensive Player of the Week in a 29-26 upset and set a franchise record with 350+ passing yards, four TD passes, a 150+ rating and a rushing TD in a 45-17 win. The 24‑year‑old joins Tom Brady and Drew Bledsoe as the only Patriots with this award, and the second North Carolina alum ever. He opened November with 199 yards and three touchdowns in a comeback win over Miami, and the Patriots now face the Green Bay Packers on Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET.
Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson’s Mysterious Illness Takes Concerning Turn As New Details Emerge
Patriots rookie RB TreVeyon Henderson misses the Dolphins game and is out again ahead of the Packers matchup after a "legitimate" mysterious illness, ESPN’s Mike Reiss says. The illness follows two ankle injuries—one that sidelined him from the season opener and another in Week 5—and limited his season to 203 yards and a single TD on 52 carries. Reiss dismisses trade‑deadline speculation, attributing his woes to cumulative physical and mental strain. New England has moved Corey Kiner up the depth chart and added Lan Larison, with no return date set for Henderson.
Landon Dickerson had absolutely no idea Eagles benched Tanner McKee for Joe Milton
Eagles guard Landon Dickerson admits he had no idea the team was benching quarterback Tanner McKee for Joe Milton III ahead of the Week 9 showdown with the New York Giants. Dickerson said he wasn’t aware of the coaching decision, despite Milton and McKee sharing reps in practice. Philadelphia, now 2‑6 and on a six‑game losing streak, has struggled with McKee’s three starts (0‑3, two TDs, two INTs) and looks to the 2024‑season Patriots starter Milton, who threw 22‑29 for 241 yards and a rushing TD in his last outing, for a spark. The Giants visit at 1 p.m. ET on Fox.
Christian Elliss might be the Patriots' most underrated player of the 2026 season
Elliss is proving he'd be worth every bit of that $10 million-per-season investment if the Patriots decide to keep him.
8 Good NY Mets Alternatives To Giving Tarik Skubal a Record Contract, Including Sandy Alcantara
The Mets, reeling from a historic 2025 collapse, face a pricey free‑agent market as the lockout looms. While two‑time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal may command $325‑400 million or a 3‑year, $150 million deal, the club could pivot to more affordable arms. Options highlighted include Twins’ two‑time All‑Star Joe Ryan (30, 4.60 ERA), Padres veteran Michael King (34, playoff experience), former Cy Young winner Sandy Alcantara (22, 13‑4, 3.87 ERA, $21 M contract), and Boston’s 36‑year‑old Sonny Gray (18‑5, 2.72 ERA). The article weighs each pitcher’s recent performance, age, and cost as viable alternatives to Skubal.
Did Mitchell Robinson have Best Game so far with Celtics?
Mitchell Robinson posts a mixed bag against the Milwaukee Bucks, going 1‑for‑8 from the floor for just three points but setting personal bests with 10 total rebounds, including six on the offensive glass. Analysts John Zannis and Jimmy Toscano note the rebound surge signals progress for the former free‑agent target, even as his shooting woes linger. The discussion highlights whether this rebound‑heavy line marks Robinson’s best game yet with the Celtics.
Red Sox Adding Shelley Duncan To Coaching Staff
The Boston Red Sox announce former MLB player Shelley Duncan, 47, will join their major‑league coaching staff, though his exact title is still undecided. Duncan’s résumé includes managing low‑level Diamondbacks squads, serving as the Blue Jays’ field coordinator, a stint as the White Sox’s analytics coordinator, and most recently winning the 2025 International League Manager of the Year with the Yankees’ Triple‑A club. His hiring follows a sweeping coaching overhaul that saw Alex Cora ousted, interim manager Chad Tracy earn a three‑year deal, and several interim coaches reassigned within the organization.
Bill Belichick Among Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2027 HC Candidates After 2026 Snub
Six-time Super Bowl-winning head coach Bill Belichick will get a second crack at enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Celtics could soon add guard depth, as Devin Carter's return gets closer
Celtics guard Devin Carter is in the reconditioning phase. His return might start in Maine, but when he's ready, he could become a contributor in Boston.
Where can I watch the Dolphins vs. Lions game?
The Miami Dolphins host the Detroit Lions in Week 9 on Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium. CBS will broadcast the game with Kevin Harlan and Trent Green, but only Miami, West Palm Beach, and Fort Myers viewers will see it locally; the rest of Florida gets other matchups. NFC North markets—including Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Chicago, and Toledo—will also receive the Lions‑Dolphins game. The Dolphins sit 1‑6 after a Week 8 loss, while the Lions are 5‑2 and aiming for a playoff push. Additional Florida games: Jets‑Chiefs, Broncos‑Panthers, Browns‑Saints on CBS; Cowboys‑Colts, Giants‑Eagles, Packers‑Patriots on FOX; and Buccaneers‑Bears on Sunday Night Football.
49ers' John Lynch addresses Mac Jones trade speculation
49ers GM John Lynch weighs in on Mac Jones trade speculation, explaining why San Francisco is reluctant to part with Brock Purdy's valuable backup.
Robert Kraft Undergoes Surgery, Places Himself On “Injured Reserve”
Robert Kraft sits out Gronkowski’s induction after a painful procedure.
Orioles’ Alonso Silver Slugger finalist
Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso, who hit a league‑leading 43 homers and drove in 113 runs in his debut season with Baltimore, is a Silver Slugger finalist. He joins Boston’s Willson Contreras in the race and aims to repeat his 2025 win with the Mets, potentially becoming the fifth Oriole ever to claim the award. Alonso’s 43 home runs rank tied‑eighth in franchise history, and his RBI total is the best since Chris Davis’s 117 in 2015. The Silver Slugger winners will be announced on Nov. 17 after votes from MLB managers and coaches.
The Worksheet: Week 9 NFL Fantasy Football Game Previews
Sharp Football’s Week 7 “The Worksheet” preview, authored by Rich Hribar, dissects every NFL matchup for fantasy managers. After a historically low‑scoring Week 6—averaging just 21.5 points per game and record‑high offensive penalties—the guide urges roster tweaks as the fantasy season hits its midpoint and bye weeks approach (Bills, Jaguars, Chargers, Commanders). It highlights early Paris kickoff (Steelers @ Saints at 9:30 a.m. ET) and provides game‑by‑game tables, player rankings, and injury updates for all 15 Week 7 contests, from Patriots @ Bears on Thursday night to Cowboys @ Eagles on Monday night. Use the data to fine‑tune lineups before the rush of the second half of the season.
Rob Gronkowski, Julian Edelman profess love for football through song in new show promo
Rob Gronkowski and Julian Edelman launch a new digital series, Talkin’ Football, with a tongue‑in‑cheek promo where they serenade their love of the game. In the teaser, the former Patriots teammates duet on a dock, belting a “football love song” before breaking into violin and French horn solos, then finish on Gillette Stadium. The twice‑weekly show, which premiered early in the 2026 NFL season, offers deep breakdowns and guest appearances, letting the duo finally showcase their hidden singing talents while riffing on life after football.
Where Will Dianna Russini Work Next? 3 Interesting Landing Spots Emerge As Comeback Nears
Dianna Russini, the former ESPN and The Athletic NFL reporter who resigned after a photo scandal with Patriots coach Mike Vrabel, is set to return to sports media next week, though her new home remains unknown. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio cites three likely options: joining Barstool Sports—where founder Dave Portnoy says she’d be a "no‑brainer" hire, collaborating with Jon “Stugotz” Weiner on podcasts, or launching her own YouTube/Substack platform to rebuild her audience. Regardless of the venue, Russini will need to repair league relationships and regain source access after the controversy.
Week 9 Fantasy Football Rankings, 2026
Sharp Football Analysis releases Rich Hribar’s Week 7 fantasy football rankings on October 25, 2026, covering every position—QB, RB, WR, TE, kicker, and defense. The post also lists the full Week 7 NFL schedule, from Thursday Night’s Patriots @ Bears to Monday Night’s Cowboys @ Eagles. Full rankings can be printed or downloaded, but access requires an All‑Access subscription that also includes Warren Sharp’s betting insights and past performance stats.
Patriots Trade Rumors & Latest on A.J. Brown’s Injury | Pats Chat
The Patriots enter Week 9 against the Packers amid a swirl of trade chatter and injury updates. Boston Herald's Doug Kyed and NBC Sports Boston's Michael Hurley detail A.J. Brown’s troubling absence, explore speculation around Christian Barmore and Carlton Davis, and note Tom Brady’s anticipated return to Foxboro. The piece bundles the latest rumors and roster news as New England prepares for the matchup.
Why are the Red Sox connected to so many shortstops in trade rumors?
Since the Red Sox’s World Series win, trade chatter has fixated on shortstop upgrades. Rumors surfaced on Oct. 31 about Cincinnati’s Elly De La Cruz, followed by MassLive’s Chris Cotillo and Jim Bowden touting CJ Abrams and De La Cruz as early‑November targets. Recent show‑time on the Felger & Mazz show introduced Otto Lopez, with former deadline interest noted by Jeff Passan. The author argues the real answer lies in Red Sox top prospect Franklin Arias, the No. 2 shortstop prospect in baseball, who posted a .952 OPS in Double‑A Portland and .894 OPS in Worcester—well above peers like Marcelo Mayer. The piece questions why the Sox haven’t pursued Arias despite a glaring need at shortstop.
Out-Of-Work Coach Bruce Cassidy To Be Approached By NHL Team In-Season: Insider
Bruce Cassidy, the Stanley Cup‑winning coach who led the Vegas Golden Knights to the 2023 title, remains under contract but jobless this season. Insider Frank Seravalli says an NHL team will likely approach Vegas for permission to hire him before season’s end, with possible suitors ranging from the struggling Chicago Blackhawks to other division rivals. Despite recent controversy when Vegas blocked the Oilers from speaking with him, Cassidy's .630 regular‑season points percentage and 2019 Bruins Finals run keep him in demand.
Starts & Sits | Week 9 in Fantasy Football (2026)
Week 9’s Start & Sit guide highlights three starters and three benchings. Quarterback Malik Willis (Dolphins) earns a start against the Lions thanks to a +5.3 matchup edge and his rushing upside, while Tyler Shough (Saints) is a sit facing Cleveland’s stout defense. Running back Jonah Coleman (Broncos) gets the green light against a soft Panthers run defense, but Giants backup Cam Skattebo is a sit due to injury and limited role. Wide receiver DeMario Douglas (Patriots) is a start if A.J. Brown and Hunter Henry remain sidelined. The article breaks down projections, snap shares, and defensive rankings to help fantasy managers fine‑tune their flex decisions.
Mitchell Robinson just showed Celtics fans why they shouldn't give up on him
Mitchell Robinson has had a slow start to his Boston Celtics career, but he just gave fans reason to stay patient with him.
Drake Maye has officially turned Rob Gronkowski into a believer again
New England Patriots legend Rob Gronkowski gave Drake Maye his flowers for overcoming his early-season struggles and flipping the script again.
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