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12 Patriots-related winners and losers from the NFL Scouting Combine
The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine is in the books after front office interviews and four days of on-field workouts. As the New England Patriots continue to work through their different scenarios with the No. 31 overall picks, here’s who helped — and who may have hurt — their draft stock throughout the week in Indianapolis. Running backs […]
Patriots links 3/02/26: Patriots at the Combine: What’s the buzz?
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5 wide receiver targets for the Patriots in NFL free agency
The New England Patriots find themselves in a much different position than they were at this time last season. After overhauling the roster in Year 1 under Mike Vrabel, the Patriots turned things around and advanced to Super Bowl LX. Entering free agency in 2026, the list of needs is significantly shorter for Vrabel and […]
Patriots 2026 offseason preview: Edge could benefit from investment
The New England Patriots rebuilt large parts of their defense in 2025, and the edge was no exception. There were some big investments as well as an infusion of talent to help reshape the group for the future. That process paid some initial dividends, but as a look at the current composition of the depth […]
Patriots 2026 offseason preview: Uncertainty surrounding interior D-line
The New England Patriots made some major investments on the defensive side of the ball last offseason, and the results looked the part. That was especially true along the interior defensive line, where almost the entire group was turned over. The decision to make changes paid off: the defensive tackle spot was one of the […]
Patriots free agency 2026: Isaiah Iton provides low-cost DT depth
Led by Milton Williams and Christian Barmore, the interior defensive line was one of the strengths of the New England Patriots’ roster in 2025. Both remain under contract, as do multiple backups such as Cory Durden, Joshua Farmer and Eric Gregory. And yet, the Patriots making some offseason investments at the position could very well […]
Sunday Patriots Notes: Thoughts and intel from the NFL Combine
A quick transition to the offseason took Mike Vrabel and the Patriots coaching staff plus front office to the NFL Combine in Indianapolis this week. Beyond getting familiar with prospects in the upcoming draft, discussions continued regarding New England’s free agency plans with roughly one week to go until the legal tampering period. With roster […]
New England Patriots fan discussion: Where in the world are our Pats Pulpit readers?
We’re caught in between the Super Bowl and the start of free agency, so it’s a relatively quiet time on the NFL calendar. Well, it’s the perfect time to share some more stories about our New England Patriots fandom. Today, we want to know: Where is the Pats Pulpit community located? Obviously, we don’t want […]
A.J. Brown trade rumors: Eagles’ asking price reportedly ‘unserious’
The New England Patriots have made no secret about their desire to upgrade the supporting cast around quarterback Drake Maye this offseason, and are willing to explore different avenues to do so. Among those is swinging a trade, with Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown a popular name tied to the club’s efforts. But while […]
Have you ever met a Patriots player or coach in real life?
We’re caught in between the Super Bowl and the start of free agency, so it’s a relatively quiet time on the NFL calendar. Well, it’s the perfect time to share some more stories about our New England Patriots fandom. Today, we want to know: Have you ever met a Patriots player or coach in real […]
Patriots know value of Christian Gonzalez’s fifth-year option now
The NFL announced the 2026 salary cap on Friday, and along the way informed its clubs of other important numbers. Among those were the values of the fifth-year contract options for 2023 first-round draft choices such as the New England Patriots’ Christian Gonzalez. Gonzalez’s fifth-year option will come at a cost of $18.119 million, according […]
NFL 2026 salary cap announced, leaving Patriots in good shape
The New England Patriots are unlikely to be duplicating last year’s spending spree, but they are still in a comfortable financial position this offseason. The NFL’s newly-announced salary cap for the 2026 season, after all, gives them plenty of flexibility. According to a report by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the league informed its clubs on […]
Patriots links 2/27/26: Bring back the fullback?
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Mike Vrabel, Eliot Wolf highlight 4 areas Patriots need to improve
Even though the final game left a bitter taste in their mouths, the New England Patriots have plenty to feel good about coming out of the 2025 NFL season. Having won just eight total games the previous two seasons, they went 14-3 and advanced all the way to the playoffs in their first campaign under […]
Patriots came close to extending Khyiris Tonga in-season. Now, his return is uncertain.
Relative to other free agents brought in by the New England Patriots last offseason, Khyiris Tonga came relatively cheap. However, despite playing on a comparatively modest one-year, $2.1 million contract, the veteran defensive tackle proved himself a valuable member of the team’s interior defensive line — so much so that the Patriots tried to extend […]
Patriots free agency 2026: Austin Hooper might be nearing the end
In 2024, the New England Patriots spent almost a third of their offensive snaps operating out of 12-personnel packages with two tight ends on the field. The expectation was that more of the same would be on the menu for 2025, but that did not materialize for a multitude of reasons. One of them might […]
Patriots view tight end among strongest positions in 2026 NFL Draft
The New England Patriots’ tight end position was a mixed bag in 2025. Hunter Henry was one of the team’s most reliable players but he was relatively quiet in the playoffs; Austin Hooper was a limited factor in the passing game and mostly employed as a blocker; C.J. Dippre did receive some interest from other […]
Patriots graded poorly in latest NFLPA report card
Even though the NFL Players Association is no longer making its Team Report Cards public following a grievance filed by the NFL, the results of the latest survey have become public. Kalyn Kahler of ESPN obtained the grades handed out in its newest installment, and they show that the New England Patriots continue to rank […]
Patriots not ready to make guarantees on Jared Wilson’s future position
Drafted as one of the top centers in the 2025 NFL Draft, it did not take long for Jared Wilson to find his way into the Patriots starting lineup. However, that spot came at left guard as part of New England finding their best starting five up front. Wilson went on to start 17 games […]
Ben McAdoo reportedly leaving Patriots coaching staff after 2 seasons
Another member of the New England Patriots coaching staff will not be back with the team in 2026. Ben McAdoo, who spent last season as a senior defensive assistant, will leave the team after two seasons. NFL reporter Joseph Pasteris was first to report the news. A former head coach of the New York Giants […]
Patriots links 2/26/26: Maye amps up leadership; Combine checklist
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A.J. Brown trade rumors: Patriots’ Mike Vrabel adds fuel to the fire
The New England Patriots are looking for upgrades on the offensive side of the ball this offseason, and one name has repeatedly been mentioned as a potential target for the team: wide receiver A.J. Brown. While the three-time All-Pro selection remains under contract with the Philadelphia Eagles, he very well could become available for trade […]
Patriots free agency 2026: Jaylinn Hawkins’ return no safe bet
The 2025 season was one of change for the New England Patriots, and the safety position was not immune to it either. Despite entering training camp with two longtime starters seemingly entrenched atop the depth chart, the group looked entirely different by the time the regular season was kicked off. Now heading into 2026, more […]
How did you become a New England Patriots fan?
Some fans choose their team, and some fans are chosen by their team. Which was it for you? Today, we want to hear your stories: How did you become a fan of the New England Patriots? When did you first become a fan? Were you born into it? Was there a specific game or season […]
Patriots high on Kyle Williams’ development entering Year 2
Playing wide receiver in the NFL is a different challenge than it was in college — something the New England Patriots know well as they evaluate their options this offseason. While the team is expected to look outside the building for pass-catching help this offseason, there is also belief that improvements at the position could […]
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