A former Patriots UDFA is quietly climbing the depth chart fast
Elijah Ponder's strong spring has created unexpected momentum for the former UDFA, while Gabe Jacas continues to miss valuable development time.
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Elijah Ponder's strong spring has created unexpected momentum for the former UDFA, while Gabe Jacas continues to miss valuable development time.
Wide receivers have stayed in the headlines during the 2026 NFL offseason. Alec Pierce's massive new deal, George Pickens playing on the franchise tag, multiple receivers going in Round 1 and A.J. Brown finally getting traded have ensured there's been no shortage of wideout talk this offseason.
His impressive performance as the 49ers' backup has put former Patriots' draft pick, Mac Jones, on the trade radar for quarterback-needy teams.
Jaguars The Jaguars gave WR Jakobi Meyers a three-year extension after acquiring him at the deadline last year because of his success with QB Trevor Lawrence. In his first full off-season with the team, Meyers talked about how easy it is to get fully accustomed to the offense because of HC Liam Coen’s thorough understanding […] The post AFC Notes: Jakobi Meyers, Jeffery Simmons, Jaguars, Texans, Titans appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The Patriots need to upgrade their pass rush ahead of the 2026 season, and there still appears to be a perfect free agent to sign.
Dolphins Dolphins RB De’Von Achane said that WR Malik Washington is someone he expects to make a big stride in his third season with the team. “Everybody, man,” Achane said, via Dolphins Wire. “Especially the new guys as far as like JT (Jalen Tolbert), Tu (Tutu Atwell), the new additions, but you know, Malik Washington, […] The post AFC Notes: Malik Washington, Elijah Ponder, Joe Tippmann, Dolphins, Jets, Patriots appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The Patriots could still use edge-rushing depth, and one productive UFL standout may be the perfect late-offseason addition.
The New England Patriots have had a busy offseason, adding immense depth to their wide receiver room by trading for A.J. Brown and signing Romeo Doubs in free agency, among other moves. Although the team did part ways with Stefon Diggs, they still seem to have upgraded in that department heading into next season. Recently, […] The post Why Hall of Famer expects Patriots WR room to become ‘different beast’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is coming off of a near MVP season. Some around the league already believe he is amongst the upper echelon of quarterbacks. Brian Hoyer of Sirius XM NFL Radio has Maye as his second-best quarterback in the league, behind just Matthew Stafford. He is followed by Buffalo Bills star […] The post Former Patriots QB ranks Drake Maye ahead of Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen appeared first on ClutchPoints .
After a blockbuster trade with the Philadelphia Eagles, star wide receiver A.J. Brown has quickly made his mark with the New England Patriots. According to ESPN’s Mike Reiss, Brown’s arrival on June 1 brought an immediate surge of energy to the team’s organized team activities (OTAs). Demonstrating great humility, Brown began his first practice at […] The post Hall of Fame WR explains how A.J. Brown can ‘bring others along’ in Patriots appeared first on ClutchPoints .
New predictions for the Patriots' upcoming season hint at a potentially big change happening to a key part of the offense.
Sports Illustrated's Jason La Canfora's trade pitch swaps a Baltimore Ravens 4th round pick for Patriots WR Kayson Boutte. The post ‘Realistic’ Ravens Trade Pitch Lands WR From AFC Rival appeared first on HEAVY .
The ongoing negotiations with Christian Gonzalez have fans of Patriots' rivals dreaming of a blockbuster trade this summer.
While Gillette Stadium has remained busy the past few weeks, the New England Patriots are officially off on their summer break. Before we do the same — there are only so many Patriots talking points available between now and training camp — let’s clean out the notebook from the last weeks of the spring. Welcome […]
Patriots owner Robert Kraft has a big opportunity to make a significant change to Gillette Stadium that players have been asking for.
With the New England Patriots preparing for the 2026 season, the team has been dealing with some off-the-field news that some could say has been impacting them. As the scandal around Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and reporter Dianna Russini was a huge story and still surrounds the team, former star Rob Gronkowski gave the […] The post Rob Gronkowski’s 1-word response to how Patriots can overcome off-field distractions appeared first on ClutchPoints .
As the New England Patriots prepare for the 2026 season, the team is looking to see improvements in many areas, one being the wide receiver room. While the addition of A.J. Brown helps tremendously, the other pass-catchers also need to step up. With Patriots star Drake Maye looking to improve in 2026, one receiver who […] The post DeMario Douglas will add ‘swagger’ to Patriots’ offense in 2026 appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Brazil have offered a fresh update on Barcelona forward Raphinha after he underwent tests on a hamstring injury sustained at World Cup 2026 against Haiti. Carlo Ancelotti’s sde have confirmed Raphinha has a muscle injury and will now undergo “intensive treatment,” per Globo. “On Saturday, athlete Raphinha underwent an imaging exam that confirmed a muscle […]
Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Jihaad Campbell is switching to former wide receiver A.J. Brown's No. 11 jersey after he was traded to the New England Patriots, according to Eliot Shorr-Parks of Sports Radio 94WIP.
If Mike Vrabel wants to ensure that the Patriots are distraction-free during the 2026 season, he should listen to this advice.
The NFL’s Supplemental Draft isn’t widely understood. In part because it’s hardly existed. The last draft was held in 2023, and the last player selected in one occurred back in 2019 when the Arizona Cardinals nabbed S Jalen Thompson in the fifth round. Its basics are easy enough. Teams submit bids for the player, and […]
Great and really good players win games and the Patriots' defensive triplets, Milton Williams, Robert Spillane, and Christian Gonzalez are recognized as such, and undoubtedly fit squarely into those categories.
Head coach Mike Vrabel and the New England Patriots could have a perfect fit for their offense in undrafted tight end Tanner Arkin. The post Rookie 265-Pound TE Speaks out on Potential Role in Patriots Offense appeared first on HEAVY .
The Patriots hope to accomplish the same success they had last year during the 2026 season, and pulling off this big-time trade would ensure that happens.
Coming off a lost rookie season, Bradyn Swinson looks poised to make a year-two leap for the Patriots.