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Hunter Henry looking to pay it forward mentoring rookie Eli Raridon
Hunter Henry knows what it’s like to be a Day 2 draft pick. After being selected 35th overall in the 2016 NFL Draft by the then-San Diego Chargers, Henry joined a tight end room that featured future Hall of Famer Antonio Gates and veteran Sean McGrath. Sharing that room proved to be a valuable experience […]
Rob Gronkowski reacts to getting voted into Patriots Hall of Fame
Rob Gronkowski received a voicemail on Tuesday night that he will make sure to hold on to. The sender was New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, who informed him that he had been voted into the organization’s Hall of Fame as its 38th inductee. On Wednesday, the team made the decision public. And Gronkowski, from […]
Rob Gronkowski voted into Patriots Hall of Fame
Rob Gronkowski is the newest member of the red jacket club. The tight end has been selected as the 2026 inductee into the Patriots Hall of Fame, the team announced Wednesday. A second-round pick in the 2010 NFL Draft, Gronkowski spent nine seasons in New England, becoming one of the most productive and decorated players […]
Patriots links 4/29/26: Which late-round picks stick?
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Patriots part ways with high-ranking executive after 2026 NFL Draft
The NFL Draft is over, which means that the time for personnel turnover has arrived. For the New England Patriots, the first domino to fall already is a big one. Marshall Oium, the team’s director of scouting projects, will not be back with the club. Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston was first to report […]
What releasing Elijah Mitchell means for the Patriots
With the NFL Draft in the rear-view mirror, the New England Patriots continue to shake up their roster. On Monday, they released wide receiver John Jiles and tight end Marshall Lang; on Tuesday, another player was let go: running back Elijah Mitchell. Mitchell had originally joined the Patriots via their practice squad in late December, […]
Keion White trade results: Patriots use pick from 49ers in 2026 NFL Draft
The New England Patriots made a deadline deal with the San Francisco 49ers in 2025, sending Keion White to the West Coast. It was one of two moves that saw the Patriots move on from former starters alongside safety Kyle Dugger, who was traded to the Steelers. White played a bunch of snaps under the […]
What exercising Christian Gonzalez fifth-year option means for the Patriots
The writing was on the wall, and on Tuesday it finally happened: the New England Patriots picked up cornerback Christian Gonzalez’s fifth-year contract option. The deal, which seems more a formality than anything else, ensures that Gonzalez remains signed with the Patriots until after the 2027 season. What else does it mean for the team, […]
Patriots pick up Christian Gonzalez’s fifth-year contract option
With no contract extension having materialized yet, the New England Patriots decided to exercise the fifth-year option on cornerback Christian Gonzalez’s rookie deal. The move was finalized on Tuesday, as first reported by Adam Schefter of ESPN. This had been the expected outcome for much of the offseason. In fact, head coach Mike Vrabel said […]
New England Patriots analysis: Submit your Pats questions for our mailbag
The 2026 NFL Draft is in the rearview mirror as the New England Patriots made nine selections before adding 11 players in undrafted free agency. So, submit any Patriots questions — or whatever else is on your mind — down in the comments below or on Twitter using #PostPulpit. Stay tuned for Friday’s updated mailbag.
Patriots using Super Bowl loss as motivation heading into new season
The New England Patriots walked off the field in Santa Clara less than three months ago after coming out on the wrong side of Super Bowl 60. As players cleaned out their lockers and went their separate ways for the offseason, the disappointment traveled with them. “I watched a little. It still stings, to be […]
Patriots captains back Mike Vrabel amid ‘personal issues,’ keep focus on football
As the New England Patriots returned to the facility last week for the start of the voluntary offseason program, head coach Mike Vrabel addressed the team regarding his ongoing off-field situation. “I thought he did a great job,” Hunter Henry said. “It’s been the same Vrabes, bringing a lot of energy in the room. So, […]
Patriots clear third roster spot with running back Elijah Mitchell’s release
The New England Patriots have opened a spot in the backfield following the 2026 NFL draft. The organization announced the release of veteran running back Elijah Mitchell on Tuesday, as previously reported by Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed. Mitchell, 27, had circled back to Gillette Stadium to sign a futures contract after Super Bowl LX. He […]
Patriots links 4/28/26: Tackling the depth chart; Next great Patriots
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How Patriots’ 2026 draft picks can make an impact this season
The New England Patriots added nine players to their roster during the NFL Draft, which ran from April 23 to 25. New England spent significant draft capital on both sides of the ball as the team gears up for a potential return to the Super Bowl next season. The Patriots targeted prospects throughout the draft […]
Patriots trade results: New England’s 4 draft day moves, analyzed
With 11 selections in hand, tied for second most among the league’s 32 teams, the New England Patriots entered the NFL Draft in prime position to move around the board and attempt to maximize the value of their selections. In total, they ended up swinging four trades. The reigning AFC champions moved up the board […]
Karon Prunty out to prove his ‘stats don’t lie’ with Patriots
It’s been a long journey for Karon Prunty. Perhaps that was part of the reason the cornerback did not receive an invite to the NFL Scouting Combine — and why many labeled it a reach when the Patriots strayed from consensus to draft him in the fifth round. Prunty, however, would tell you otherwise. “My […]
Patriots draft grades: How fans, experts feel about 2026 rookie class
The 2026 NFL Draft is in the books, which was a change of pace for the New England Patriots picking 31st overall after back-to-back years in the top-five. The team added nine total players to their roster over the weekend with the most notable coming after early-round trade ups to select offensive tackle Caleb Lomu […]
What their initial post-draft roster cuts mean for the Patriots
Between the NFL Draft and rookie free agency, the New England Patriots added a combined 20 players to their roster since last Thursday. While all of them did fit onto the roster, the team still decided to make some changes on Monday: wide receiver John Jiles and tight end Marshall Lang were both waived. Let’s […]
Patriots make first roster cuts following 2026 draft
A pair of 90-man roster spots have opened in Foxborough to clear room for the incoming rookie class. The New England Patriots officially waived wide receiver John Jiles and tight end Marshall Lang on Monday, with the latter move previously reported by the Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed. Jiles, 25, had been with the organization since […]
Mike Vrabel returns to Patriots after missing Day 3 of the NFL Draft
The New England Patriots’ head coach is back in the facility. After missing the third day of the NFL Draft due to personal reasons, Mike Vrabel was back at work on Monday. Phil Perry of NBC Sports Boston was first to report Vrabel’s return. Vrabel’s absence stemmed from him and NFL reporter Dianna Russini getting […]
Patriots draft grades Reacts survey: Grading the full 2026 class
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Patriots fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Check out FanDuel, the official sportsbook partner of SB Nation.
Patriots’ biggest steals and reaches in the 2026 NFL Draft
Starting with offensive tackle Caleb Lomu in the first round, the New England Patriots made nine selections in the 2026 NFL Draft. While there is some cautious optimism about the class as a whole, time will be the ultimate judge of the team’s success and whether or not the Patriots’ selections will prove their value […]
Patriots links 4/27/26: Draft grades, analysis; Who’s on the roster?
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Patriots mock draft 2027: New England considers pair of Oregon Ducks
The 2026 NFL Draft is in the rearview mirror, which officially starts the clock on the 2027 NFL Draft. Unlike this year’s class, the 2027 draft is expected to be one of the more talented groups in recent memory. New England is hoping to be picking near the bottom of the first round again. In […]
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