Patriots fans who prefer the team trade the No. 3 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft will be happy to hear there could be no shortage of suitors for the prized selection. New England is hot on the pro da...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-these-qb-needy-teams-could-be-patriots-trade-partners/
Might John Harbaugh have tipped his hand regarding his desires entering the 2024 NFL Draft? Harbaugh, who was hired by the Los Angeles Chargers this offseason, salivated over the offensive line p...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/why-jim-harbaugh-gushing-over-o-linemen-is-relevant-to-patriots/
Should the Patriots draft a quarterback in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, whoever that is surely will face questions and comparisons to New England’s longtime signal-caller Tom Brady. R...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/tom-brady-shadow-jayden-daniels-not-concerned-by-pressure-of-patriots/
The Patriots have endured a few (rather surprising) retirement announcements this offseason, and now will see one of the best at his position call it quits. It’s a new era in New England, indee...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-veteran-makes-surprising-retirement-announcement/
The New England Patriots will have the ability to draft all but two prospects in the 2024 NFL Draft. Only the Bears and Commanders are in a better position at Nos. 1 and 2, respectively, and Chic...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/lsu-wideout-shines-at-pro-day-but-tough-to-envision-him-with-patriots/
What are the Patriots going to do with the No. 3 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft? That’s exactly what we’ll try to answer in this five-part mock draft series. New England has options, so stick wit...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-mock-draft-4-0-new-england-kicks-qb-can-down-road/
While many of the Patriots top decision-makers will travel from Jayden Daniels’ Pro Day in Baton Rouge, La., straight to Drake Maye’s in North Carolina, New England will also be represented i...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-reportedly-will-be-represented-at-michael-pennix-pro-day/
Since the New England Patriots elected to start from scratch and relieve longtime head coach Bill Belichick after 24 seasons, it is Steve Belichick who’s managed to find employment after moving...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/steve-belichick-throws-hard-truth-jab-at-unemployed-bill-belichick/
If you started to have doubts about whether the Patriots would select a quarterback with their top pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, this might help you feel better. New England clearly is interested i...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-send-nearly-entire-organization-to-top-qbs-pro-day/
The Patriots have multiple paths they could take with the No. 3 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, but New England fans only want one thing — and Jason McCourty agrees with them. Patriots head coach J...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jason-mccourty-throws-hilarious-dig-at-brother-in-patriots-draft-plea/
It might not cause folks to start ripping up their mock drafts, but the NFL’s accepted rule changes for this upcoming season are going to alter the way some teams approach the 2024 NFL Draft. T...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfls-rule-changes-could-have-major-affect-on-2024-nfl-draft/
Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo recently made it clear New England is open to trading down in the 2024 NFL Draft despite its glaring needs at multiple key positions. ESPN’s Matt Miller, for one,...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/analyst-projects-patriots-to-make-huge-first-round-draft-trade/
You can include Matthew Slater among the notable members of the Patriots community who weren’t thrilled with how “The Dynasty” came out. A handful of New England legends — including a few...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/another-patriots-legend-speaks-out-against-the-dynasty-series/
If the Patriots could guarantee a winning season within the next couple of years, you can bet fans around New England would sign up for whatever it would take. What if it includes trading the No....
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-jerod-mayo-believes-this-is-guaranteed-way-to-win/
The Patriots face a pivotal decision with the third overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, and while owner Robert Kraft might not have direct say in what his team does next month, he’s made clear ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/robert-kraft-agrees-patriots-better-suited-for-this-qb-direction/
The Patriots need a new franchise quarterback, and they’re in a great position to land one. New England enters the 2024 NFL Draft with the third overall pick, the franchise’s highest selectio...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-draft-rumors-this-top-prospect-squarely-on-patriots-radar/
Many former New England Patriots players haven’t held back from criticizing “The Dynasty” documentary. Patriots owner Robert Kraft also expressed that he was a “little disappointed” in ...
The New England Patriots have made a number of moves so far in the offseason with the NFL Draft still ahead. Those transactions have come without a splash addition to the roster after free agency...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/robert-kraft-shares-message-to-patriots-fans-after-offseason-stages/
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft made it well-known the last couple of offseasons of his desire to see his franchise get back to the NFL playoffs. But the Patriots moved further and furthe...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/robert-kraft-sets-personal-expectations-for-2024-patriots-season/
Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen moved on after their 2022 divorce, but there have been multiple cheating rumors against the supermodel due to her new relationship. Reports of Bündchen’s relatio...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/gisele-bundchen-denies-ever-cheating-on-ex-patriot-tom-brady/
Kendrick Bourne on Monday joined Matthew Judon in recruiting efforts coming out of the Patriots locker room. Not actually, but Bourne couldn’t help but have a little fun with a former teammate....
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-wr-jokingly-makes-plea-to-newly-retired-ex-teammate/
The Patriots’ offseason has been lackluster for the majority of fans and analysts, but the team’s top brass continues to preach patience. Head coach Jerod Mayo sent that message at the annual...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/robert-kraft-admits-he-doesnt-want-patriots-making-splashy-moves/
It probably isn’t all that smart for you to complain about your workplace environment, but it definitely seemed to work out for the New England Patriots. It pays being a professional athlete, h...
Former New England Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler was arrested earlier this month for driving under the influence of alcohol, according to a police report obtained by WPRI 12, CBS’ affiliat...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-legend-malcolm-butler-arrested-in-rhode-island/
James Ferentz is officially entering the family business. Ferentz, who announced his retirement in February, is parlaying his decade-long playing career into a coaching opportunity. The New York...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/recently-retired-patriots-veteran-joins-giants-in-coaching-role/
With each passing week, the Vikings look more and more like a team ready to pounce in the 2024 NFL Draft. Minnesota officially entered the pool of quarterback-needy teams when Kirk Cousins signed...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/vikings-owners-remarks-will-fuel-patriots-draft-trade-speculation/
Patriots owner Robert Kraft admitted he was disappointed by the amount of negativity showcased in the documentary “The Dynasty: New England Patriots.” Kraft spoke with reporters Tuesday morni...
The Patriots are keeping their options open with the third overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, and that might have inspired one analyst to make a bold prediction for New England. Head coach Jerod...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-make-tom-brady-inspired-move-in-nfl-analysts-mock-draft/
Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo and head executive Eliot Wolf have a unique relationship, and it started unlike many of those in similar positions around the NFL. New England (and more specificall...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-jerod-mayo-robert-kraft-confident-in-influential-eliot-wolf/
The Patriots preached patience with their offseason approach, but oddsmakers weren’t too impressed by their lackluster collection of moves. Head coach Jerod Mayo understood the frustrations of ...
https://nesn.com/bets/2024/03/patriots-projected-to-finish-2024-season-with-fewest-wins/
Robert Kraft wants fans to think a big reason the Patriots couldn’t land their top free-agent target, Calvin Ridley, is because Ridley’s girlfriend prefers the sunny Southern climate over the...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-not-enticing-landing-spot-for-free-agents-jerod-mayo-knows-it/
Mike Tannenbaum believes the Patriots will select an exceptionally talented player at No. 3 in the 2024 NFL Draft, but one who comes with a clear flaw. Tannenbaum, a former New York Jets general ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/ex-nfl-gm-projects-patriots-first-round-pick-shares-concerns/
The Patriots are going to select a quarterback with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, right? It’s just a matter of who is available, right? New England isn’t going to subject its ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/could-patriots-not-draft-qb-in-2024-jerod-mayo-keeps-door-ajar/
The Patriots didn’t come out with a favorable look in the second NFL Players Association report card, and it seemed to be a surprise for Robert Kraft. New England ranked 29th in the report card...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-robert-kraft-addressed-patriots-poor-nflpa-report-card/
The Patriots reportedly will have the opportunity to really get to know one of their potential first-round picks over the next few days. New England will have a “lengthy meeting” with Jayden ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-patriots-to-have-lengthy-meeting-with-top-prospect/
Patriots owner Robert Kraft shared one of the key reasons Calvin Ridley did not sign in New England, and in doing so threw one of Ridley’s close personal connections right under the bus. “We ...
Robert Kraft has overseen six Super Bowl-winning teams, and the Patriots owner knows the ingredients necessary to be the NFL’s best. So, with the 2024 NFL Draft approaching, New England’s lon...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-robert-kraft-wants-patriots-to-use-no-3-pick-in-nfl-draft/
Patriots fans and multiple former players expressed their displeasure over how “The Dynasty” focused on controversy rather than the successes of New England over the past two decades, and you...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/robert-kraft-disappointed-about-negativity-in-patriots-docuseries/
After Calvin Ridley took his talents to Tennessee, one report indicated guaranteed money was the main factor that separated the Titans from the Patriots in the pursuit of the star wide receiver. ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/robert-kraft-reveals-why-calvin-ridley-didnt-sign-with-patriots/
Not many people would have had former New England Patriots running back Damien Harris announcing his retirement from the NFL on their bingo cards Monday night. The 27-year-old Harris, who played ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/former-patriots-running-back-surprisingly-announces-nfl-retirement/
The New England Patriots have a franchise-altering decision to make next month with the No. 3 overall pick in the NFL draft, and several options to choose from at that spot. The Patriots could dr...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-weighs-in-on-ownerships-role-in-patriots-drafting-qb/
Jerod Mayo takes the helm of the New England Patriots with many problems to try to help fix. But those issues don’t just come on the field. It hasn’t been close to a winning offseason so far ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-addresses-patriots-rough-nflpa-report-card-grade/
The New England Patriots will turn the page next season and enter a new era, but first-year head coach Jerod Mayo would prefer to keep a few seasoned veterans in place, including edge rusher Matt...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-no-question-patriots-want-to-retain-matthew-judon/
It’s long been believed the New England Patriots would have to settle for whichever of the top three quarterback prospects falls to them. The Patriots aren’t set to be on the clock until No. ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/bombshell-report-on-commanders-lean-has-obvious-patriots-impact/
The New England Patriots easily could have cut ties with Kayshon Boutte this offseason after he was arrested in late January on gambling charges. But the Patriots continue to stand by the 21-year...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-gives-update-on-patriots-wideout-after-offseason-arrest/
The New England Patriots are knee-deep in their preparation for the 2024 NFL Draft, an event that will have massive implications for both the upcoming season and the franchise’s long-term futur...
During the Patriots tenure featuring Tom Brady and Bill Belichick, New England was an attractive landing spot for external free agents. They got to play for the greatest quarterback and the great...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/what-jerod-mayo-means-by-patriots-searching-for-magnets/
The Patriots reportedly are losing another versatile member of their secondary. A few weeks after Jalen Mills left New England to sign a free-agent contract with the New York Giants, Myles Bryant...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-defensive-back-leaving-patriots-for-top-afc-team/
The NFL’s Competition Committee on Monday reportedly unanimously agreed to a rule change in the name of more safety for offensive players. Ja’Whaun Bentley wants to see players on the other s...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-leader-speaks-out-after-nfl-bans-polarizing-tackle-style/
Draft experts spent the last few months praising quarterback prospects with a consensus top three of Caleb Williams, Drake Maye and Jayden Daniels. Williams has always been viewed as the top sign...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/three-man-race-for-patriots-qb-jerod-mayos-opinion-has-changed-on-top-tier/
Jerod Mayo channeled his inner Bill Belichick at Monday’s AFC coaches breakfast, bringing a fresh cup of orange juice to the table, just like his Patriots predecessor famously did during his Ne...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-orange-juice-meme-joke-gone-wrong-bad-omen-patriots/
Experts have highlighted the deepest positions in the 2024 NFL Draft. And fortunately for the New England Patriots, their most glaring needs align almost perfectly. It makes Patriots first-year h...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-confident-patriots-can-fill-biggest-holes-in-nfl-draft/
Retaining their own players was the “most important” priority for the Patriots this offseason, and New England made sure a few of them didn’t even hit NFL free agency. Jerod Mayo and compan...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-reveals-patriots-had-contract-talks-with-budding-star/
The New England Patriots are doing their due diligence in all areas, and that includes the wide receiver trade market. Patriots first-year head coach Jerod Mayo confirmed the organization’s int...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-confirms-patriots-interest-in-receiver-trade-market/
Troy Brown will have a new slate of duties in his fifth season on the Patriots coaching staff. Brown, who was New England’s wide receivers coach and kick returners coach the last three seasons,...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-reveals-patriots-coaching-role-change-for-troy-brown/
Patriots fans who heard Jerod Mayo’s “burn some cash” comments and hoped it signaled the organization’s mindset entering NFL free agency surely have been left disappointed. New England re...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-has-message-for-patriots-fans-after-slow-free-agency/
Bill Belichick is completely responsible for torpedoing Mac Jones’ progression in 2022, the ever-pivotal second season for the then-Patriots young quarterback. Belichick, faced with having to r...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-took-backhanded-shot-at-bill-belichick-with-patriots-qb-talk/
The Patriots will have a new look in the 2024 season in many more ways than one. New England will be led by a new starting quarterback in the upcoming campaign, whether it be veteran Jacoby Briss...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-will-make-this-noteworthy-jersey-change-in-2024-season/
Drake Maye, one of the best quarterbacks available in this year’s NFL draft class, has garnered mixed reviews from evaluators. But what does Jerod Mayo think about the North Carolina product? M...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-evaluates-top-qb-who-patriots-reportedly-dont-love/
These new Patriots will take some getting used to, with new head coach Jerod Mayo bringing a very different media approach compared to his predecessor. Bill Belichick famously kept the cards clos...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-offers-scenario-in-which-patriots-could-trade-no-3-pick/
Mac Jones didn’t work out in New England, but his roller coaster tenure might serve as a building block for the Patriots. Jones flashed franchise quarterback potential as a rookie in the 2021 s...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/heres-what-jerod-mayo-learned-from-mac-jones-patriots-tenure/
The Patriots didn’t “burn cash” at the outset of NFL free agency like some expected, but the frugal spending wasn’t a directive from ownership. New England entered the offseason armed wit...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-received-this-message-from-krafts-about-free-agent-spending/
The Patriots were tasked with more than shaping a roster this NFL offseason. New England needed to establish a new culture as well. That comes with the territory when you bring in a new head coac...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-highlights-most-important-aspect-of-patriots-offseason/
Former New England Patriots safety Rodney Harrison wished he got more screen time in “The Dynasty” documentary. But another two-time Patriots Super Bowl champion that had a part in New Englan...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/two-time-patriots-super-bowl-champ-views-the-dynasty-as-trashy/
Imagine a world where the New England Patriots trade down the NFL draft board and still land Jayden Daniels and a first-round receiver. There’s no way that could happen, right? Well, that’s e...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/no-way-patriots-land-this-home-run-haul-floated-in-mock-draft-right/
The New England Patriots tried to land one of the top free agents on the market this offseason in Calvin Ridley. But their pursuit of the standout wide receiver came up short with Ridley deciding...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-jerod-mayo-felt-about-patriots-not-signing-calvin-ridley/
Drafting a quarterback is a “priority” for the New England Patriots, first-year head coach Jerod Mayo told reporters Sunday night. But that doesn’t mean the Patriots aren’t keeping their ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-patriots-open-to-any-deal-for-no-3-in-nfl-draft/
Dan Orlovsky believes the New England Patriots will trade back in the 2024 NFL Draft. And Orlovsky’s reasoning is rooted in knowing the experiences of Patriots de facto general manager Eliot Wo...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/why-dan-orlovsky-expects-patriots-to-trade-back-in-nfl-draft/
Terique Owens reportedly caught the attention of a number of scouts during a recent Pro Day at the University of Missouri. But one team seemingly caught the eye of his father, Pro Football Hall o...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/terrell-owens-reacts-after-patriots-in-attendance-for-sons-pro-day/
Jerod Mayo and the New England Patriots would feel comfortable with Jacoby Brissett as the team’s starting quarterback in 2024. While speaking to NFL Network’s Steve Wyche on Sunday, the Patr...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-starting-qb-in-2024-jerod-mayo-confident-in-jacoby-brissett/
Jerod Mayo and the Patriots have a clear point of emphasis heading into the 2024 NFL Draft. New England needs a quarterback, and the franchise is set up to land a potentially great one with its h...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jerod-mayo-reveals-patriots-priority-going-into-2024-nfl-draft/
There’s been a ton of chatter about how the Patriots will use the No. 3 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, and understandably so. But what about New England’s approach for its other top selections n...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-analyst-projects-patriots-picks-in-four-round-mock-draft/
Bill Belichick constantly found ways to keep his teams motivated during his historic 24-year run with the New England Patriots. Some of his methods were better than others on the way to six Super...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-bill-belichicks-tiger-woods-story-totally-backfired-with-patriots/
New England Patriots wide receiver DeMario Douglas had a great rookie season for a sixth-round pick, and looked great while exceeding expectations. Douglas wore No. 81 during his rookie season, i...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-demario-douglas-changing-number-after-rookie-season/
The NFL annual meetings begin Sunday, and it will be the first time since the Patriots introduced a new head coach that both Robert Kraft and Jerod Mayo will address media. You don’t have to lo...
A former New England Patriots backup quarterback reportedly is set for a return to the NFC East. The Philadelphia Eagles will sign Will Grier to a one-year deal, according to ESPN NFL insider Ada...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/eagles-reportedly-sign-former-patriots-backup-quarterback/
L’Jarius Sneed reportedly was dealt to the Titans late Friday night, but the New England Patriots were in the mix for the two-time Super Bowl champion. The Kansas City Chiefs reportedly traded ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-reportedly-poked-around-on-ljarius-sneed-before-trade/
The New England Patriots reportedly did their due diligence earlier in the offseason, inquiring on the availability of Kansas City Chiefs cornerback L’Jarius Sneed. That deal never came to frui...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-chiefs-trade-potential-patriots-target-to-titans/
The New England Patriots retained several of their free agents this NFL offseason. Will they continue that trend next offseason? ESPN’s Matt Bowen, a former NFL safety, explored the 2025 free a...
Are the Patriots “super cheap,” as Bill Simmons recently claimed? You could make the case by looking strictly at the offense, which was rudderless last season as New England stumbled to a 4-1...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-fans-wont-like-unsettling-tidbit-about-new-england-offense/
The Minnesota Vikings have been an absolute enigma in recent weeks, as each move they make seems to be keeping everyone on their toes. Is it possible their end goal is a trade with the New Englan...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/vikings-skip-top-qbs-pro-day-could-patriots-trade-be-main-focus/
There is a clear consensus on how the top of the 2024 NFL Draft will play out, but the New England Patriots might have to play the waiting game before they decide what to do with the No. 3 pick. ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-draft-rumors-commanders-lean-could-push-patriots-on-this-path/
With the NFL draft just over a month away, there’s a growing consensus that after Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels is the next-best quarterback prospect over Drake Maye. Former NFL quarterback an...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/ex-nfl-qb-gives-glowing-endorsement-of-potential-patriots-draft-pick/
Taking action at the wide receiver position should have been high up on the to-do list for the New England Patriots this offseason. The Patriots have addressed the position … well, somewhat. Th...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-patriots-depth-chart-at-receiver-looks-with-new-addition/
Getting to play in four different offenses over the course of his eight-year NFL career served new Patriots tight end Austin Hooper well. Hooper believes it expanded his skill set and gave him th...
There were moves to be made. And not the type of moves that would tie the New England Patriots up for the long term. There were savvy ways to improve the 2024 team while still maintaining flexibi...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/six-deals-patriots-might-regret-not-making-during-nfl-free-agency/
Austin Hooper fondly remembers his time spent with Alex Van Pelt when they crossed paths with the Cleveland Browns. And Hooper is excited for the opportunity to work alongside the New England Pat...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/austin-hooper-sees-patriots-having-ton-of-fun-with-alex-van-pelt/
If the Patriots strike out on Tee Higgins, who they’ve been linked to this offseason, perhaps New England would make a splash for a prospect that models his game after the Cincinnati Bengals wi...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/could-patriots-draft-wideout-who-models-game-after-tee-higgins/
The New England Patriots reportedly are adding a piece to their defensive backfield. The Patriots have agreed to terms with safety Jaylinn Hawkins, as first reported Thursday by NFL Media’s Mik...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-patriots-to-sign-safety/
The Cincinnati Bengals filled a hole in their offense with the signing of Trent Brown. And while it was no surprise to see Brown leave the New England Patriots, it still created a 370-pound void ...
Jayden Daniels is an exciting quarterback prospect, one who might check all the boxes for the Patriots. The problem? New England might not have a chance to draft him. You probably can take it to ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/analyst-believes-potential-patriots-target-perfect-for-this-team/
The Patriots face the most important draft in franchise history next month, and there don’t seem to be mixed opinions on what they should do with the No. 3 pick. New England fans largely agree ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/would-patriots-be-satisfied-with-this-2024-nfl-draft-direction/
The buzz around a draft day trade continues to grow a month ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, and the New England Patriots will face a key decision with the third overall pick. NFL Media’s Daniel Je...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-cardinals-gms-nfl-draft-comments-could-affect-patriots/
To borrow some phrasing from “Draft Day,” many believe the Patriots should select a quarterback at No. 3 no matter what. Scott Zolak doesn’t see it that way. Signal-caller arguably is New E...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/scott-zolak-gives-patriots-advice-for-third-overall-draft-pick/
The NFL’s competition and health and safety advisory committees have officially proposed banning the controversial tackle that ended New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson’s se...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfls-competition-committee-officially-proposes-ban-on-hip-drop-tackles/
Joining the Patriots isn’t the only change K.J. Osborn will undergo with New England. With a new uniform will come a new number for the steady wide receiver. Osborn teased on social media that ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-wideout-k-j-osborn-will-get-back-to-roots-with-patriots/
K.J. Osborn can’t believe it’s already been a year. The newly-signed New England Patriots receiver made headlines last March when he saved a man from a burning car in Austin, Texas. Upon seei...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/newly-signed-patriots-wideout-k-j-osborn-reflects-on-saving-mans-life/
K.J. Osborn comes to the New England Patriots after having spent the last four seasons training and playing with arguably the best receiver in the NFL. And while it would be unfair to compare Osb...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/what-k-j-osborn-gleaned-from-justin-jefferson-vikings-stars/
The Patriots might not have signed marquee names during the first wave of free agency, but they did secure a person who is well-respected in the locker room. New England re-signed Kendrick Bourne...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/qb1-bailey-zappe-praises-kendrick-bourne-after-patriots-extension/
K.J. Osborn never really had to worry about the talent level of his teammates in Minnesota, but that’s about to change now that he’s joined the Patriots. The Vikings offense has boasted some ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/k-j-osborn-understands-position-patriots-are-in-ready-for-grind/
If you were to look at K.J. Osborn’s production during his four seasons with the Minnesota Vikings, chances are you wouldn’t think he is capable of a No. 1 wide receiver role. Osborn’s numb...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/does-k-j-osborn-feel-he-could-serve-as-patriots-no-1-wideout/
Bill Belichick reportedly has a book coming out in the aftermath of “The Dynasty,” a 10-part docuseries that pained the former New England Patriots coach in a poor light. Pretty good timing, ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/reported-details-of-bill-belichicks-book-might-disappoint-patriots-fans/
K.J. Osborn isn’t going to knock anyone’s socks off like some more prominent wide receivers who hit the open market this offseason, but the Patriots still got a good player when they inked hi...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-k-j-osborn-looking-to-show-this-after-vikings-tenure/
K.J. Osborn admitted the uncertainty regarding the New England Patriots quarterback situation played a role in his decision-making in NFL free agency. Nobody would have believed him if he said it...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/could-jerod-mayo-patriots-have-given-k-j-osborn-assurances-about-qb/
The Patriots didn’t make a splashy move during the first wave of free agency, but there still are multiple options available in the trade market. New England reportedly has “looked into” th...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/when-49ers-possibly-could-trade-speculated-patriots-target/
It’s a relatively small mistake in the grand scheme of things, but someone probably should have stopped USC, Texas, Alabama and Ohio State from simultaneously hosting their pro days Wednesday. ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-approach-to-scouting-top-nfl-draft-prospects-feels-odd/
Matthew Judon was not pleased to see the Patriots’ latest high-profile departure. Trent Brown leaving New England after the 2023 season became a virtual lock as the campaign unfolded. The only ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-matthew-judon-reacts-to-trent-brown-joining-bengals/
The Patriots have taken some flak for their inability to land a game-changing wide receiver this offseason, but it hasn’t been for a lack of trying. New England appeared to be in on Calvin Ridl...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-reportedly-have-looked-into-trade-market-for-receivers/
The Patriots have a potentially franchise-altering decision to make with the third overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, and they reportedly won’t be leaving any stone unturned this week or next....
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-rumors-top-brass-to-be-present-at-qb-prospects-pro-days/
A Patriots release at the turn of the new NFL year set the stage for a reunion in Baltimore. New England last Thursday released Chris Board, a talented special teams player who signed a two-year ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/afc-contender-adding-former-patriot-favorite-of-bill-belichick/
The Patriots haven’t added a big-name wide receiver like Calvin Ridley or Keenan Allen this offseason, but they have bolstered the position group. New England signed K.J. Osborn to a one-year d...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/new-patriots-wideout-shares-first-message-to-new-england-fans/
There likely were times throughout Rob Gronkowski’s nine-year Patriots tenure when he hated Bill Belichick. After all, the tight end felt inclined to retire after such a grueling stretch in New...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/rob-gronkowskis-reaction-to-bill-belichicks-exit-might-surprise-you/
Kendrick Bourne is ready for the New England Patriots to keep adding after returning to the team on a three-year deal. Bourne is arguably the Patriots’ best offensive skill player and comes bac...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/kendrick-bourne-backs-possible-patriots-stephon-gilmore-reunion/
The New England Patriots have retained key players this offseason, though the spending spree may not be up to original expectations. Jerod Mayo kicked off the offseason with the exclamation of Ne...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jason-mccourty-summarizes-patriots-offseason-moves-with-life-scenario/
In the midst of an offensive overhaul, the New England Patriots are in the market for a new left tackle. That need became further amplified after Trent Brown completed his departure by signing a ...
The New England Patriots are ready to start fresh at the quarterback position, as confirmed by their offseason course of action. Their three-step plan has unfolded through the first two phases, s...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/joel-klatt-knows-patriots-must-elevate-beyond-average-qb-play/
Rodney Harrison played a vital role in the first half of the Patriots’ dynastic run and won two Super Bowl titles during his time with New England. But you wouldn’t know it from watching “T...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/rodney-harrison-clearly-not-thrilled-by-his-omission-in-the-dynasty/
One of the top wide receivers still available on the open market reportedly is headed to the AFC East. Mike Williams plans to sign a one-year deal with the New York Jets, according to NFL Media�...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-free-agent-wideout-agrees-to-join-patriots-rival/
The New England Patriots will be without Trent Brown this season after he reportedly agreed to a deal with the Cincinnati Bengals, and he sounds more than content with moving on. Brown reportedly...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/trent-brown-sure-sounds-delighted-to-be-away-from-patriots/
Two things can be true about Trent Brown’s departure from the New England Patriots: 1. It’s not a shock to see Brown leave. 2. The Patriots just lost the top offensive tackle still available....
https://nesn.com/2024/03/two-things-can-be-true-as-trent-brown-leaves-patriots-for-bengals/
It’s no secret that “The Dynasty” documentary released by Apple TV+ didn’t come with very many positive reviews, especially from those who lived the New England Patriots’ decades-long r...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-legend-devin-mccourty-felt-duped-by-the-dynasty/
The Patriots are getting to the point where they might think about approaching linebacker Matthew Judon regarding a possible extension. They haven’t, though, no matter what some might try to te...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-matthew-judon-has-on-brand-reaction-to-extension-report/
Trent Brown will not be returning to the Patriots, which isn’t exactly a shock considering how things ended in New England. Brown plans to sign a one-year deal with the Cincinnati Bengals, acco...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/trent-brown-leaves-patriots-signs-with-afc-contender/
Daniel Jeremiah sees the Patriots staying put in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, but the same can’t be said for one of New England’s fiercest foes. Despite the expectation of “lucrat...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-analyst-predicts-blockbuster-draft-trade-for-patriots-rival/
There’s been a lot of chatter about what the Patriots should do with the No. 3 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, but the answer might have been made for them after top experts released their post-fre...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-have-obvious-path-after-nfl-experts-latest-mock-drafts/
The Patriots have taken a relatively measured approach to the offseason and seemingly have no qualms with slowly entering what is expected to be a years-long rebuild. New England has a daunting n...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-can-still-find-value-in-these-seven-free-agents/
Tyron Smith signing with the New York Jets served as the icing on the frustration cake for some New England Patriots fans. The Patriots, much like the Jets, badly need help on their offensive lin...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/tyron-smith-contract-details-prove-patriots-shouldve-made-deal/
It’s unclear if the Patriots are open to trading down in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, but they likely will have opportunities to do so. The Chicago Bears seemingly are locked into dra...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-analyst-sure-of-this-first-round-patriots-draft-prediction/
The Patriots haven’t been as active this offseason as fans imagined, but a former NFL general manager is seeing the big picture for director of scouting Eliot Wolf. New England primarily re-sig...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/ex-nfl-gm-believes-patriots-fans-overreacting-to-lack-of-moves/
The Patriots already facilitated a reunion this offseason when they signed quarterback Jacoby Brissett to a one-year deal. Is there a chance New England will bring back another player from a Supe...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/former-patriots-star-reportedly-open-to-new-england-return/
The Patriots didn’t do Mac Jones any favors the last two seasons, but the quarterback’s New England tenure didn’t end as sourly as some might have expected. Jones reportedly was kept abreas...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-kendrick-bourne-felt-about-patriots-jaguars-mac-jones-trade/
Three out of the five quarterbacks drafted in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft are with different teams, and the New York Jets hope to make four. The New England Patriots dealt Mac Jones to ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-how-patriots-mac-jones-trade-affects-zach-wilson-market/
The Patriots are in line to select one of the three consensus top quarterback prospects in the 2024 NFL Draft. However, New England might not be eager to call in the name of the signal-caller who...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-draft-rumors-patriots-dont-love-this-quarterback-prospect/
The Patriots need a legitimate starting quarterback, but Mel Kiper Jr. isn’t so sure New England will take one in the first round next month. This skepticism from Kiper comes even after New Eng...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/mel-kiper-jr-losing-confidence-in-this-patriots-draft-projection/
It was already well-known that offensive tackle Trent Brown and the New England Patriots would go their separate ways this offseason. But it was unclear what team would take a chance on Brown, wh...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-ex-patriots-lineman-trent-brown-to-meet-with-afc-contender/
Veteran wide receiver Mike Williams seemed like a fit for the Patriots, especially given New England’s glaring need for help at the position. But the Patriots don’t seem interested in trying ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-patriots-rivals-targeting-productive-wide-receiver/
Antonio Gibson is looking forward to a clean slate with the Patriots after signing a three-year deal in free agency to join New England. Gibson, who was selected in the third round of the 2020 NF...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-fans-will-love-how-antonio-gibson-described-his-game/
The New England Patriots rarely rely on just one running back to take on the bulk of the work in their offense. And with that in mind, new Patriots running back Antonio Gibson knows he’ll be wo...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-antonio-gibson-feels-about-patriots-running-back-pairing/
Antonio Gibson understands there are plenty of running backs in the NFL who can catch the ball out of the backfield. That sort of skill has caused Christian McCaffrey and Saquon Barkley, among ot...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/what-antonio-gibson-feels-separates-him-from-other-pass-catching-backs/
Antonio Gibson understands the rebuilding phase the Patriots are staring down, but the 25-year-old running back nevertheless believed New England presented him the best opportunity. While speakin...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/why-super-excited-antonio-gibson-felt-patriots-were-best-landing-spot/
Those who have spent the last few years working alongside New England Patriots first-year head coach Jerod Mayo understood he is different in the way he communicates and leads the group. It didn�...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/what-antonio-gibson-took-away-from-initial-talks-with-jerod-mayo/
The New England Patriots’ reported deal for K.J. Osborn received a glowing review from a longtime NFL writer. After the Patriots reportedly agreed to terms with Osborn on Sunday, Sports Illustr...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/this-patriots-move-among-nfl-writers-favorite-free-agency-signings/
Bill Simmons is rapidly losing hope for the Patriots. There wasn’t much to be excited about in New England the last two seasons, but the franchise was in line to quickly improve. The Patriots e...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/irked-bill-simmons-asks-question-about-super-cheap-patriots/
The Patriots are starting to put more and more eggs in one basket this NFL offseason. Despite having the salary cap space to do so, New England didn’t “burn some cash” in free agency like J...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/former-patriot-lays-out-scary-hypothetical-for-teams-offseason/
Isaiah Wynn will remain in the AFC East for a sixth consecutive season. Wynn, drafted by the New England Patriots in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft, has agreed to re-sign with the Miami Do...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-former-patriots-first-rounder-re-signs-with-division-rival/
The Patriots are in line for many organizational tweaks with Bill Belichick no longer in the picture, including a slightly higher tolerance level. Kendrick Bourne is excited for that change, and ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/did-patriot-needle-bill-belichick-while-hyping-up-new-regime/
The New England Patriots reportedly are not showing interest in trading down. There have been reports the Patriots, who have the No. 3 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, would really like to dra...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-patriots-havent-shown-appetite-for-trading-no-3-pick/
Mike Onwenu is expected to enjoy a bit more stability over the course of his second contract with the Patriots. Part of what’s made Onwenu so valuable to New England since his rookie season in ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-reportedly-have-this-plan-for-mike-onwenu-after-new-deal/
Mac Jones has plenty of reasons to have an ax to grind with Bill Belichick. Yes, Jones should be grateful to Belichick and the Patriots for making him the 15th overall pick in 2021. The quarterba...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/what-mac-jones-said-about-bill-belichick-in-first-jaguars-presser/
The New England Patriots didn’t win the Calvin Ridley sweepstakes, and they might not have even been the runner-up. Ridley took his talents to Tennessee, where the Titans reportedly gave the st...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/what-ex-patriots-target-cavin-ridley-really-wanted-as-free-agent/
The Patriots didn’t swing for the fences last week, but they did take their hacks. One of New England’s first moves once the NFL’s legal tampering period opened was agreeing to terms with A...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-why-free-agent-pickup-was-top-target-for-patriots/
Calvin Ridley turned down the Patriots, who never had a chance to pursue Mike Evans. But there recently was another opportunity for New England to go after another star wide receiver. The Charger...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/did-patriots-pursue-keenan-allen-star-receiver-reveals-market/
Despite not landing Calvin Ridley, the New England Patriots reportedly were willing to hand the standout wide receiver a substantial contract. But the Patriots added a receiver Sunday at a much l...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/contract-details-emerge-for-reported-new-patriots-wideout-k-j-osborn/
The New England Patriots reportedly have added wide receiver depth before the first week of NFL free agency comes to a close. The Patriots are signing veteran wideout K.J. Osborn, as first report...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-patriots-add-veteran-receiver/
It was expected the New England Patriots would have to return to the negotiating table this offseason with star defender Matthew Judon. That became the case after Bill Belichick restructured Judo...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-rumors-where-matthew-judon-contract-talks-stand/
Instead of having veteran Jacoby Brissett, high-upside signal-caller Justin Fields and the No. 3 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft to address their quarterback situation, the New England Patriot...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/should-patriots-have-been-interested-in-justin-fields-given-trade-cost/
The Vikings added more drama to the NFL draft a month before teams head to Detroit for the big night, and they’re likely to offer teams like the New England Patriots a huge haul of picks. Minne...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/daniel-jeremiah-determines-possiblity-patriots-trade-pick-to-vikings/
Jacoby Brissett brings significant experience back to the Patriots, both from his previous stint in New England to his understanding of the new offense. The veteran quarterback inked a deal earli...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-jacoby-brissett-feels-about-patriots-reunion-in-second-stint/
The New England Patriots are still in need of a new left tackle, whether in free agency or through the 2024 NFL Draft. Their list of potential fits took a hit on Friday night in a major way, this...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-potential-patriots-target-boosts-jets-offensive-line/
The New England Patriots dominated the NFL for the better part of 20 years with Bill Belichick calling the shots and Tom Brady executing the plays on the field. The duo combined for nine AFC cham...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/robert-kraft-essentially-admits-he-chose-bill-belichick-over-tom-brady/
The fractured relationship between Bill Belichick and Tom Brady not only included the Patriots’ play on the field but also the legendary coach’s spat with Brady’s trainer, Alex Guerrero, du...
Episode No. 9 of the Apple TV+ docuseries “The Dynasty” further exposed the fractured relationship within the Patriots. In the first eight episodes, Bill Belichick was frequently depicted as ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/rob-gronkowski-had-perfect-gronk-way-to-describe-2017-patriots-tension/
The Patriots might not have been flashy during the first wave of free agency, but the moves they did make are sure to have an impact. New England’s decision to prioritize internal free agents a...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-patriots-free-agency-moves-could-change-draft-strategy/
Robert Kraft remained loyal to Tom Brady even after he left the Patriots in 2020, and the New England owner didn’t hold back on Bill Belichick in “The Dynasty.” NFL fans believe the Apple T...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/robert-kraft-offers-brutally-honest-bill-belichick-critique-in-the-dynasty/
It’s been long enough that the shock factor regarding Tom Brady’s departure from the Patriots has worn off. Brady has even explained the decision a time or two, but it’s been hard for fans ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/tom-brady-makes-honest-but-unsurprising-admission-about-patriots-exit/
The NFL saw another future Pro Football Hall of Famer retire. Aaron Donald on Friday announced his retirement after 10 seasons in the league. It came in the same offseason Jason Kelce, Fletcher C...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-legend-calls-back-to-bill-belichick-after-aaron-donald-retires/
The Patriots reportedly cleared some cap room Friday, restructuring cornerback Marco Wilson’s contract to take $750,000 off their books. It’s never a bad idea to clear room, but in case you�...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-curiously-restructure-contract-of-roster-hopeful/
The 2024 NFL Draft could be really interesting, with calls flooding in to the Washington Commanders and New England Patriots. Minnesota on Friday traded picks 42 and 188 to the Houston Texans in ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/signs-hint-at-vikings-targeting-this-qb-in-hypothetical-patriots-trade/
The New England Patriots have a golden opportunity to draft their quarterback of the future, and the only reason to forsake that goal is if an offer of a lifetime is presented to them. Minnesota ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/theres-only-one-reason-why-patriots-should-trade-down-with-vikings/
Bill Belichick wrote a letter to Donald Trump during the 2016 United States presidential election, and it was a gesture not well received by leaders of the Patriots locker room. The ninth episode...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-bill-belichicks-letter-to-donald-trump-bamboozled-patriots/
The Vikings are maneuvering around the 2024 NFL Draft board, and with no end in sight, many are wondering if they’re targeting the New England Patriots next. Minnesota reportedly completed a tr...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/vikings-swing-huge-trade-are-they-eyeing-patriots-no-3-pick/
It’s only been a few days since they’ve had an opportunity to start making upgrades, but the Patriots’ inactivity in the wide receiver market has been concerning. It’s also been enough fo...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-inactivity-in-receiver-market-signal-of-painful-reality/
The Patriots reportedly “checked in” with the Los Angeles Chargers this week on players who could have been cut before the new league year began, but a star wide receiver seemingly wasn’t a...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-reportedly-didnt-inquire-about-this-star-in-chargers-call/
The Patriots need to upgrade their wide receiver corps, but they also don’t seem to be in any rush to do so. New England reportedly is interested in adding Tyler Boyd, who also has been linked ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-receiver-options-shrinking-after-reported-chiefs-deal/
If you were hoping “The Dynasty” docuseries on Apple TV+ was going to reveal any huge secrets on why former Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler was benched in Super Bowl LII, we’re sorry to ...
Kendrick Bourne can make an extra $13.5 million over the course of his three-year deal contract with the New England Patriots if he hits all his incentives. Bourne likely will want to hit those m...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-kendrick-bourne-reveals-biggest-goal-for-next-season/
There’s an NFL team with a top-three pick in this year’s draft that is surrounding its soon-to-be quarterback of the future with premier offensive talent. Sounds like that could be the New En...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-patriots-lose-out-again-with-veteran-wideout-traded-to-bears/
Mac Jones spent a turbulent three seasons with the New England Patriots. But the 25-year-old quarterback is onto the next chapter of his NFL career with New England’s trade of Jones to the Jack...
Kendrick Bourne throughout the offseason was adamant that he wanted to come back to the New England Patriots in free agency. Well, Bourne got exactly what he wanted. The Patriots reached an agree...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/what-motivated-kendrick-bournes-decision-to-return-to-patriots/
After a disappointing season, that included being benched four times and not knowing what his future entailed, Mac Jones spent his offseason completely focused on the sport he loves. “It’s al...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-mac-jones-spent-his-offseason-focused-on-football/
The New England Patriots already fell short in the Calvin Ridley sweepstakes this offseason, but the options list for remaining free agents to fill the team’s void in receiving depth was trimme...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-receiver-options-further-dwindle-as-bills-land-free-agent/
The New England Patriots officially traded Mac Jones to the Jaguars on Thursday, and by doing so, sent him back to his hometown of Jacksonville. It’s a move that came with mostly positives. Jon...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jaguars-mac-jones-had-hilarious-jacksonville-homecoming/
It’s clear where Mac Jones is positioned on the depth chart now that the former New England Patriots quarterback is with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Jones, who the Patriots shipped this week to t...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/does-mac-jones-still-feel-like-starting-qb-after-trade-to-jaguars/
When it was first rumored that Mac Jones would be traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars, Patriots fans praised the football gods that he would no longer be in New England. After the trade was offici...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-fans-have-mixed-response-to-teams-message-to-mac-jones/
The New England Patriots and quarterback Mac Jones went their separate ways this offseason, which opened the door for the 25-year-old to bring a childhood dream to life. Jones, who New England pi...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/mac-jones-calls-trade-from-patriots-to-jaguars-dream-come-true/
The Patriots officially parted ways with Mac Jones on Thursday, as New England announced the terms of their trade with the Jacksonville Jaguars. It signaled the end of a rough tenure in New Engla...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jaguars-mac-jones-shares-goal-after-being-traded-from-patriots/
Mac Jones’ time with the New England Patriots surely wasn’t as long nor as successful as he might have hoped, but the fourth-year quarterback isn’t looking back with any regret. The Patriot...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/does-mac-jones-have-regrets-from-time-with-patriots-jaguars-qb-responds/
Mac Jones officially became a member of the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday, and he’ll always maintain his respect for the New England Patriots despite how things ended. New England traded Jon...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/mac-jones-reflects-on-patriots-mutual-trade-decision-to-jaguars/
Eliot Wolf attracted the attention of Patriots fans in his first press conference after becoming New England’s decision-maker in the personnel department. Wolf did so with one simple, yet eyebr...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-dangerously-close-to-failing-offseason-goal-they-made/
The New England Patriots need to upgrade their wide receiver room, and they could be competing with an AFC rival in the free agent market. Jets insider Connor Hughes revealed on SNY on Wednesday ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-jets-monitoring-speculated-patriots-receiver-targets/
It would have been nice if the Patriots signed tackle Jonah Williams on Wednesday, as it would have addressed a significant need and allowed New England to shift its focus toward other positions ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-wont-have-to-spend-big-to-address-significant-need/
The Patriots had a solid first few days of free agency, locking up a number of important internal free agents and external depth options. What’s with the lack of splash moves, though? No, this ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/did-patriots-paint-selves-into-corner-during-early-free-agency-period/
If the New England Patriots are indeed interested in free-agent receiver Tyler Boyd, they’re not alone. The Athletic’s Steelers reporter Mark Kaboly reported Wednesday that Boyd and Pittsburg...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/rumored-patriots-wideout-target-gaining-interest-from-afc-rivals/
A pair of moves the Patriots made — and a few they didn’t — at the turn of the new NFL year offered a pretty good idea of what New England plans to do with its highest draft pick in decades...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/espn-projects-patriots-top-draft-pick-after-free-agency-wave/
The Patriots’ pursuit of a game-changing wide receiver hit a snag Wednesday, and it appears that might be enough to deter New England from continuing its search. Eliot Wolf and Jerod Mayo need ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/pivoting-to-draft-patriots-still-have-options-in-wideout-market/
Matthew Judon took it upon himself to try to help recruit top players for the Patriots, but he’s had a very low success rate. His pitches to Josh Jacobs and Calvin Ridley seemingly went unheard...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-teammate-throws-shade-at-gm-matthew-judon/
Calvin Ridley was not the only speculated target the New England Patriots missed out on during the first day of NFL free agency. Offensive tackle Jonah Williams is expected to sign with the Arizo...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/speculated-patriots-target-reportedly-lands-in-nfc-on-reasonable-deal/
Calvin Ridley no longer is an option for the Patriots, but there still are ways New England can dramatically improve its receiving corps this offseason. Jerod Mayo and company could take a wide r...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/this-will-give-patriots-fans-hope-for-potential-tee-higgins-trade/
The Patriots came into this offseason as one of the teams with the most cap space to utilize, but New England started free agency flat. New England accomplished its goal of retaining key internal...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-patriots-can-use-remaining-cap-after-calvin-ridley-rejection/
The initial framing of the Calvin Ridley sweepstakes was a bit complicated, as there seemingly was a scenario where the wide receiver was going to leave money on the table to stay in Jacksonville...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/calvin-ridley-rumors-this-was-main-breakdown-in-patriots-pursuit/
The Patriots entered the NFL offseason with enough salary cap space to be a major player in free agency, but they apparently aren’t ignoring the trade market. New England might have to focus on...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-patriots-called-these-teams-about-potential-trades/
The Calvin Ridley sweepstakes appeared to be down to two teams: the Jaguars and the Patriots. But when the star wide receiver made the decision for his next contract, he opted to take his talents...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/calvin-ridley-shares-messages-after-rejecting-patriots-offer/
The New England Patriots swung and missed out on Calvin Ridley in the free agency market on Wednesday, but the team isn’t done exploring the market in search of wideout depth just yet. Several ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-patriots-interested-in-eight-year-veteran-wideout/
Nick Leverett became the latest addition for the New England Patriots, signing with the team on Wednesday, with the offensive line staying as an area of need this offseason. Leverett has played j...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-tom-brady-instilled-urgency-in-new-patriots-guard/
The Tennessee Titans just keep getting the better of the New England Patriots when it comes to big free-agent decisions. The Patriots lost out to the Titans in the Calvin Ridley sweepstakes Wedne...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/reported-signing-of-ex-patriot-serves-as-small-knife-twist-from-titans/
The New England Patriots leaned on the free agent market in search of a depth booster for the team’s offensive line and found just that. On Wednesday, the Patriots signed guard Nick Leverett, a...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-reportedly-sign-guard-adding-depth-to-offensive-line/
The New England Patriots are still in the market for an upper-echelon wide receiver after they lost out on their pursuit of Calvin Ridley, who reportedly signed with the Tennessee Titans on Wedne...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/if-patriots-interested-in-mike-williams-theyll-reportedly-have-competition/
The New England Patriots have missed out on Calvin Ridley, who reportedly agreed to join the Tennessee Titans on Wednesday. While there remain NFL-caliber options for the Patriots both via trade ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-patriots-wideout-plan-after-calvin-ridley-joins-titans/
Calvin Ridley will be staying in the AFC, choosing a four-year contract with the Tennessee Titans over the New England Patriots and the Jacksonville Jaguars. Ridley got the money he worked for, s...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/titans-once-again-dash-patriots-dreams-of-signing-star-wideout/
The Patriots reportedly had a strong offer on the table as they tried to land Calvin Ridley. But it still wasn’t enough to seal the deal with the standout free-agent wide receiver. The Tennesse...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/what-patriots-reportedly-offered-in-failed-pursuit-of-calvin-ridley/
The New England Patriots seemed to be competing with the Jacksonville Jaguars to obtain Calvin Ridley’s services, but reportedly lost out to a previously unmentioned team. The Tennessee Titans ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-fans-all-coped-same-way-after-shocking-calvin-ridley-move/
Calvin Ridley reportedly will not be joining the New England Patriots. Ridley shockingly decided to sign a four-year contract with the Tennessee Titans, as first reported by NFL Media’s Ian Rap...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/five-wideout-patriots-should-target-if-calvin-ridley-joins-jaguars/
The New England Patriots reportedly lost out on the Calvin Ridley sweepstakes, but it wasn’t to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Ridley reportedly decided to sign with the Tennessee Titans, per NFL Me...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-calvin-ridley-passes-on-patriots-signs-with-unexpected-team/
The New England Patriots’ first reported move on the first official day of free agency saw them poach a former Pittsburgh Steelers pass-rusher named Watts. No, not Watt. Watts. The Patriots are...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-reportedly-sign-versatile-defensive-lineman/
Mack Wilson reportedly had an offer on the table from the New England Patriots this offseason, but the linebacker ultimately decided to take his NFL career elsewhere. Wilson reportedly agreed to ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/ex-patriots-linebacker-posts-farewell-message-before-joining-cardinals/
The Patriots have done a great job at retaining internal free agents through the early portion of free agency, but they aren’t keeping everyone. New England chose not to extend qualifying offer...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-decline-offering-internal-free-agents-let-them-test-market/
If Calvin Ridley decides to re-sign with the Jacksonville Jaguars, it reportedly wasn’t because the New England Patriots fell short financially with their offer. While appearing on 98.5 The Spo...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/calvin-ridley-rumors-patriots-made-a-lot-better-offer-than-jaguars/
The Patriots reportedly agreed to terms with impending free agent Josh Uche on a one-year deal on Tuesday, keeping New England’s 2020 second-round pick from entering the open market. The 25-yea...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/josh-uche-makes-rare-decision-with-reported-patriots-return/
The rumor mill continues to churn on Calvin Ridley heading into the NFL’s new year Wednesday at 4 p.m. ET, and the New England Patriots still seem to be in the running for the wide receiver. Al...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-insider-leaves-door-open-for-patriots-to-sign-calvin-ridley/
If you’re a Patriots fan who wants Calvin Ridley, there’s a report for you. If you’re a Jaguars fan who wants Calvin Ridley, there’s a report for you. That’s life during NFL free agency...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/ex-nfl-gm-believes-jaguars-are-not-bringing-calvin-ridley-back/
The New England Patriots reportedly are remaining optimistic as it relates to Calvin Ridley, regardless of the fact those inside the organization might be the only ones who feel that way. “The ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-reportedly-remain-optimistic-in-calvin-ridley-pursuit/
It appears former Patriots cornerback J.C. Jackson could return for a third tour of duty in New England. Did you think they’d be done with reunions now that Bill Belichick’s gone? Jackson and...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-j-c-jackson-reportedly-have-mutual-interest-in-reunion/
The expectation around the NFL is that Calvin Ridley will return to the Jacksonville Jaguars rather than sign with the New England Patriots. Reports have painted that picture for much of the last...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/calvin-ridley-rumors-latest-report-more-bad-news-for-patriots/
The Patriots reportedly have been among the teams lurking around Chargers stars Keenan Allen, Mike Williams, Khalil Mack and Joey Bosa — all of whom are candidates to be moved by 4 p.m. ET on W...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-should-avoid-big-name-hunting-with-chargers-wideouts/
The New England Patriots absolutely should kick the tires on Tee Higgins, who reportedly has requested to be traded by the Cincinnati Bengals. And perhaps Eliot Wolf and company are making some c...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/dont-take-matthew-judons-bait-about-tee-higgins-patriots-fans/
On paper, the idea of the Patriots making a blockbuster move for Justin Jefferson became more reasonable after the NFL’s two-day legal tampering window. The Vikings might be headed for a rebuil...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/this-report-squashes-justin-jefferson-patriots-trade-hypothetical/
The New England Patriots will be well-represented at the Georgia Bulldogs Pro Day on Wednesday. The Patriots will have three position coaches — wide receivers, offensive line and defensive back...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-attending-georgia-pro-day-to-scout-wideout-top-prospects/
Signing Calvin Ridley is starting to feel unlikely for the Patriots, so New England might need to start seriously looking into other ways to bolster its wide receiver groups. One appealing option...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-should-stage-pursuit-of-rumored-raiders-cap-casualty/
There will be a lot of chatter about what the Patriots will do with the No. 3 pick a month ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, but New England fans will have their eyes on what the Commanders do with th...
https://nesn.com/bets/2024/03/patriots-fans-might-not-love-shift-in-jayden-daniels-draft-odds/
It sure seems like the Patriots really want Calvin Ridley, but the interest doesn’t appear to be mutual. New England reportedly has an offer out for Ridley, the best wide receiver available on ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/this-calvin-ridley-quote-doesnt-bode-well-for-patriots-pursuit/
Mike Onwenu and Josh Uche won’t be the only homegrown talents to receive a second contract from the Patriots this offseason. New England is in agreement on a three-year, $12 million deal with A...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-rumors-another-linebacker-retained-after-josh-uche-deal/
The New England Patriots took care of identifying their top tight ends before the start of the new NFL league year, re-signing team captain Hunter Henry and reportedly bringing in Austin Hooper o...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-rumors-unheralded-tight-end-taking-talents-to-nfc-west/
The New England Patriots squared away an in-house priority when the team re-signed Hunter Henry to a three-year deal. Now, Henry has a new partner in his position with the Patriots. On Tuesday ni...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-add-tight-end-reportedly-agree-to-terms-with-austin-hooper/
The New England Patriots will return another member of their defense as Josh Uche is set to return on a one-year deal. Early reports stated that the edge rusher turned down better deals on the fr...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/what-josh-uche-turned-down-in-free-agency-for-patriots-return/
The New England Patriots have yet to make a notable splash two days into the NFL legal tampering period. The same can’t be said about an AFC upstart that is looking to build off a surprising ru...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-potential-patriots-target-to-join-afc-upstart/
Mike Gesicki didn’t have many memorable moments during his one season with the New England Patriots. Perhaps what the veteran tight end will be most remembered for is his hilarious attempt at d...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/bengals-jamarr-chase-pledges-to-help-ex-patriot-mike-gesicki-with-td-dance/
It feels like Calvin Ridley might be doing the Jacksonville Jaguars a solid. And that’s not good news for the New England Patriots. That line of thinking comes down to a detail recently pointed...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/feels-like-longer-patriots-wait-on-calvin-ridley-less-likely-he-signs/
The New England Patriots reportedly have made an offer to Calvin Ridley. “The Patriots have an offer on the table to Ridley,” the Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed reported Tuesday evening, citing ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-rumors-new-england-has-deal-into-calvin-ridley/
The New England Patriots didn’t just spend Tuesday “pushing” to obtain standout wide receiver Calvin Ridley. They also did some work to build out the bottom of their roster. The Patriots an...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-add-roster-depth-by-bringing-back-three-players/
Jalen Mills closed the door on a three-year run with the New England Patriots after entering the offseason as a free agent. Mills, 29, plans to sign a one-year deal with the New York Giants, ESPN...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/jalen-mills-reportedly-leaving-patriots-signs-one-year-deal-with-nfc-team/
It didn’t take DeVante Parker long to land with a new team. The New England Patriots on Monday told Parker they plan to release him when the new league year begins Wednesday, as first reported ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-devante-parker-to-land-in-nfc-after-patriots-release/
The Patriots addressed a position of need with their first move of the legal tampering period. It wasn’t a high-profile wide receiver. Nor was it offensive tackle or quarterback, though those t...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/adding-antonio-gibson-fills-much-needed-void-in-patriots-offense/
It seemed as though the Patriots would be okay with letting linebacker Josh Uche walk this offseason, but the former second-round pick wasn’t interested in leaving. New England agreed to terms ...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-rumors-josh-uche-returns-turns-down-much-more-money/
The Raiders reportedly are expected to part ways with another former New England Patriots quarterback. Las Vegas is expected to cut Jimmy Garoppolo on Wednesday, according to The Athletic’s Dia...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/nfl-rumors-raiders-expected-to-cut-ex-patriot-jimmy-garoppolo/
In the week leading up to the start of the new NFL year, the Patriots appeared to be in danger of losing both of their top tight ends in free agency. While New England let one of them walk, the f...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/why-bringing-back-hunter-henry-was-smart-move-by-patriots/
The Patriots are in desperate need of a No. 1 wide receiver, and their ability to sign one could depend on how patient that wideout is willing to be. New England reportedly are “pushing” to s...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/could-this-calvin-ridley-jaguars-detail-benefit-patriots-pursuit/
The Green Bay Packers announced their intention to release offensive tackle David Bakhtiari on Monday, which has people wondering where he’ll end up next. You know where he shouldn’t land? Ne...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-shouldnt-pursue-david-bakhtiari-despite-packers-connections/
Much to the delight of New England fans, the Patriots might be adamant about adding a superstar wide receiver this offseason. After Mike Evans re-upped with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Calvin Ridle...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/calvin-ridley-rumors-patriots-might-have-this-backup-plan/
The Patriots have obvious needs at the most important positions in football, and the Chargers could be a resource to acquire that talent. New England has “checked in” on Los Angeles’ cut an...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/patriots-should-prioritize-chargers-cut-candidates-in-this-order/
Calvin Ridley reportedly is deciding between two teams: The New England Patriots and the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Athletic’s Jeff Howe shared the development Tuesday afternoon, less than 30 mi...
https://nesn.com/2024/03/how-patriots-reportedly-feel-about-calvin-ridley-pursuit/