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Cory Durden’s voice, game continue to grow in New England
Cory Durden isn’t afraid to be heard on the football field. So much so that there are times his own head coach needs to tell him to quiet down. “I’ve got to try to shut Cory Durden up,” Mike Vrabel said. “I’m like, ‘OK, Cory, you made your point.’ ” Those interactions were not taking […]
Patriots training camp recap: New wide receivers continue to impress
Following a walkthrough on Sunday, the New England Patriots were back on the practice fields for the third straight day on Monday and ramped the intensity back up. Here’s what went down on the practice fields behind Gillette Stadium. Setting Attire: Full pads Duration: ca. 90 minutes (10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. ET) Conditions: Cloudy, temperatures in the low 70s […]
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Efton Chism making sure wide receiver decisions will be difficult for Patriots
If Efton Chism ends up falling short of the New England Patriots’ 53-man roster, it won’t be because of a lack of trying. An understudy to teammate Mack Hollins, whose own work ethic has been well-documented through the years, Chism has impressed the Patriots preparing for his second season in the NFL. Naturally, the club […]
Kayshon Boutte has left a lasting impression on Patriots’ receivers coach
Kayshon Boutte’s name has been mentioned in trade rumors going back to last season, meaning he has spent a significant portion of his professional career so far in a state of relative uncertainty. And yet, the New England Patriots wide receiver has been a model citizen. In fact, Boutte’s professionalism has left a lasting impression […]
New Patriots running back ‘excited’ to reunite with Mike Vrabel
Hassan Haskins’ path to his first preseason contest with the New England Patriots wasn’t a typical one. New England signed the free-agent running back on Wednesday, just one day before its preseason opener against the Indianapolis Colts. It’s an opportunity that Haskins is excited for with the chance to reunite with head coach Mike Vrabel. […]
Contract details for Hunter Henry extension with Patriots
While all eyes were on Christian Gonzalez, the New England Patriots quietly reached a contract extension with another key player. Tight end Hunter Henry, who was set to enter unrestricted free agency next March, put his signature under a two-year, $16 million pact last week. As the deal’s details reported by salary cap expert Miguel […]
6 performances of note from the Patriots’ 16th training camp practice
The New England Patriots turned back the intensity on Sunday. After a full pads session on Saturday and another expected to come on Monday, head coach Mike Vrabel opted for a walkthrough. To recap it, please head over to our Patriots training camp notebook. In the meantime, here is who caught our eyes. Standout of […]
Patriots training camp recap: Offense preps for Seattle’s environment
The New England Patriots were back on the practice fields for the second straight day on Sunday but dialed down the intensity to a walkthrough session. Here’s what went down on the back practice fields. Setting Attire: Jerseys and shorts Duration: ca. 90 minutes (10:00 a.m.-11:30 p.m. ET) Conditions: Sunny, temperatures in the mid 80s It was a […]
Sunday Patriots Notes: Evaluating top rookies in preseason debut
The New England Patriots’ preseason is fully underway following their opener against the Indianapolis Colts. Work now transitions back to the practice fields where intensity will pick up with a pair of joint practices against the Philadelphia Eagles. Before we focus on what lies ahead, however, let’s take one final look back at the week […]
7 performances of note from the Patriots’ 15th training camp practice
The New England Patriots’ first preseason game is in the books, but training camp rolls on. On Saturday, the team of head coach Mike Vrabel returned to the fields behind Gillette Stadium for a ticketed practice for yet another full-pads session. To recap the action, please head over to our Patriots training camp notebook. In […]
What signing two O-linemen, other Saturday moves mean for the Patriots
Coming out of their preseason opener against the Indianapolis Colts, the New England Patriots made some changes to their roster. In light of some injuries along the offensive line, they signed free agents Darrian Dalcourt and Joe Michalski on Saturday. In corresponding moves, the team placed fellow O-lineman Andrew Rupcich on injured reserve and released […]
Patriots reach injury settlement with running back Terrell Jennings
Terrell Jennings will have an opportunity to return to the field in 2026. The New England Patriots reached an injury settlement with the third-year running back on Saturday, according to the NFL transaction wire. He will now head to waivers with a shot to catch on elsewhere. If unclaimed, the move opens the possibility for […]
New England Patriots 2026 roster and depth chart
Coming off a berth in Super Bowl LX, the New England Patriots are in the process of retooling their roster. They made some moves in free agency to improve the foundation, and added some youth in the NFL Draft and rookie free agency. In order not to get lost amid all the movement, here is […]
Patriots sign two interior offensive linemen in wake of preseason opener
The New England Patriots have added two free agents after attrition hit the trenches in the preseason opener. The organization signed interior offensive linemen Darrian Dalcourt and Joe Michalski on Saturday, as Mike Vrabel had signaled prior to the 15th practice of training camp in Foxborough. “Yep, I think we’re going to sign two guys […]
Patriots O-lineman Ben Brown dealing with multi-week injury
The New England Patriots’ offensive line depth suffered a blow in the first quarter of their preseason opener against the Indianapolis Colts. Ben Brown, who had started the game at center and projects as the top interior backup entering 2026, exited the contest and was unable to return. According to head coach Mike Vrabel, he […]
Romeo Doubs ‘progressing the right way’ at Patriots training camp
New England Patriots wide receiver Romeo Doubs is progressing comfortably in Foxboro, as highlighted by his three highlight-reel touchdowns during Saturday’s training camp practice. After a slow start to the summer sessions, the Patriots’ free agency signing has put together another impressive practice following a stretch of strong performances last week. Head coach Mike Vrabel […]
Patriots training camp recap: Romeo Doubs, receivers shine in red zone
The New England Patriots were back to work on Saturday following their first preseason contest on Thursday night against the Indianapolis Colts. Here’s what went down on the Gillette Stadium practice fields. Setting Attire: Full pads Duration: ca. 120 minutes (10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ET) Conditions: Sunny, temperatures in the mid 80s There was no easing back into action […]
Devon Witherspoon extension sets floor for Christian Gonzalez contract with Patriots
While there has been no contract extension movement between the New England Patriots and Christian Gonzalez so far, one external domino has fallen. Devon Witherspoon, who was drafted in the same first round as Gonzalez, has just been made the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history by the Seattle Seahawks. Witherspoon and the reigning world champions […]
Patriots vs. Colts snap counts from NFL preseason
The New England Patriots’ preseason opener against the visiting Indianapolis Colts was not necessarily filled with points or offensive fireworks, but it nonetheless offers quite a bit of excitement. After all, it was a first chance for the new-look team to showcase itself to its fans in a game setting and another opportunity for players […]
Patriots vs. Colts: The good, the bad, the s—t that gets you beat
Ahead of his first training camp as New England Patriots head coach in 2025, Mike Vrabel explained that he was judging his team’s performances by three distinct categories. There is the good, there is the bad, and there is, as he called it, the s—t that gets you beat. The Patriots’ 13-13 preseason opener against […]
Patriots Fan Notes from preseason game vs. Colts
Like Odysseus after 10 years at war and 10 more at sea, we’re back. Patriots football is semi-officially underway, and I couldn’t be happier. Even though the Red Sox are suddenly good, ever since the World Cup ended I have been jonesing for some sports that get me riled up in the way that the […]
Patriots defense shines with 4 takeaways in preseason opener
Four defensive turnovers highlighted a standout performance by the New England Patriots defense during Thursday night’s preseason opener tie against the Indianapolis Colts. The unit notched two interceptions and two forced fumbles in the 13-13 finish. Two of the Patriots’ takeaways came in crucial moments during drives the Colts offense was threatening to score. “I […]
Patriots news: Pats-Colts takeaways, Rookie report, Vets pop on D
Preseason Game 1 is in the books. The Patriots’ first team action was overall enjoyable to watch. High energy, a little frustrating, a little sloppy, and ending in a tie wasn’t ideal but nonetheless fitting. My brain wanted to make an initial assessment of the team but by the end of the game I was […]
Patriots rookie motivated by Mike Vrabel’s in-game challenge
Gabe Jacas had an eventful preseason debut. Not only did the New England Patriots rookie play a combined 37 snaps between defense and special teams, he also registered five total tackles. Three of those takedowns came in the kicking game, which was good enough for the team lead on Thursday night. The output did not […]