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The Patriots and Mack Hollins revised 2026 incentives, raising reception thresholds to 47/50/55 and shifting payouts into 2027; with Hollins at a Week 1 pace of 4 catches, a 68‑reception season could trigger the full $1 million, now counted against the 2027 cap.
With A.J. Brown sidelined for at least four weeks, the Patriots are counting on Kyle Williams to step into a larger role. Williams stresses he’s more than just speed, but in the season opener he played 12 snaps and wasn’t targeted, while Mack Hollins absorbed more targets and snaps. The coaching notes suggest Williams could be integrated into a reworked receiving corps, with Vrabel expressing hope he can contribute and the team adjusting personnel and schemes to leverage his speed (and to balance the loss of Brown).
At Tuesday’s ninth Patriots practice, Kayshon Boutte led the deep‑ball group with five catches, while A.J. Brown and Mack Hollins added four apiece as Drake Maye and Tommy DeVito built trust with the receivers; Brown looked sharp returning from a dislocated thumb. Terrell Jennings returned to top the backfield rotation with the second‑string unit, and Dre’Mont Jones and Elijah Ponder provided pressure up front. Channing Canada had a rough day in coverage, Kobee Minor showed progress, and kicker Andy Borregales went 7-for-7 on field goals. Joshua Farmer stood out on defense ahead of Wednesday’s walkthrough.
The Patriots moved their eighth training-camp session indoors due to weather, but Mack Hollins stole the show at wide receiver with five catches and three touchdowns in 11-on-11s, while Efton Chism III added three grabs and a high-point TD. Chad Muma delivered solid run defense and a pass breakup, with rookie Channing Canada and Karon Prunty handling reps with the starters; Kindle Vildor struggled a bit, and A.J. Brown fought through a dislocated thumb. Rookies Dametrious Crownover and Quintayvious Hutchins also flashed. The team’s ninth practice is set for Tuesday, with gates opening at 9:15 ET if weather allows.
Patriots receiver Mack Hollins arrived at Super Bowl 2026 wearing a full prison jumpsuit with shackles and a Range 13 back design, then warmed up in a jersey bearing Mike Vrabel’s name; the colorful entrance accompanies a season line of 46 receptions for 550 yards and two touchdowns, and teammates say Hollins is a unique, unpredictable presence.
Patriots activate WR Mack Hollins from IR and LB Marte Mapu (hip) for Sunday's AFC Championship in Denver. Hollins returns after a four-game IR stint, adding size and versatility to New England's receiving corps, while Mapu is set after a questionable designation and will contribute on special teams and defense. Inactives include Harold Landry III, Efton Chism III, Caedan Wallace, C.J. Dippre, Marcus Bryant, Kobee Minor, and emergency QB Tommy DeVito; fifth‑round rookie Bradyn Swinson earns the final game‑day roster spot with Hollins back. The article also outlines expected offensive/defensive rotations and notes Denver's inactive WR Troy Franklin, with Pat Bryant active and J.K. Dobbins not activated. Kickoff is at 3 p.m. ET.
The Patriots activated Mack Hollins off injured reserve and he’s set to return on the 53-man roster for a playoff clash against the Denver Broncos. Hollins progressed from limited to full participation, with the team posting “Mack is back” on X. Before his abdominal injury, he was among the leaders in receptions and receiving yards and logged a high snap rate, and his size and downfield ability should boost a Patriots offense that hopes to make an impact in the playoffs after he posted 550 receiving yards and two touchdowns last season.
New England activated wide receiver Mack Hollins from injured reserve after an abdominal injury, with Hollins returning to practice this week and set to play in Sunday's game against the Denver Broncos; the team also placed defensive tackle Eric Gregory on IR and elevated running back D’Ernest Johnson and defensive end Leonard Taylor III from the practice squad. Hollins had 46 receptions for 550 yards and two touchdowns this season and is noted as a strong run blocker.
The Patriots activated Mack Hollins from injured reserve to the 53-man roster for the AFC Championship in Denver, placed DT Eric Gregory on IR, and elevated RB D’Ernest Johnson and DE Leonard Taylor III from the practice squad; WR Trent Sherfield Sr. was released from the practice squad.
Patriots activate WR Mack Hollins from injured reserve for Sunday's AFC Championship in Denver, returning after a four‑game absence to bolster an offense that benefits from his size, receiving ability and run‑game blocking. They also elevated RB D’Ernest Johnson and DT Leonard Taylor III from the practice squad and placed DT Eric Gregory on IR to finalize the 53-man roster for the game.
Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins, who has been on IR with an abdomen injury, was a full practice participant on Friday and is listed as questionable for Sunday's AFC Championship against the Denver Broncos; the NFL.com roundup also includes other league updates on injuries and coaching moves.
Vrabel said cornerback Carlton Davis is in the NFL concussion protocol but is expected to practice in a limited capacity at the first session of the week, while wide receiver Mack Hollins remains sidelined with an abdomen injury and won’t practice today; Hollins could return later in the week (Thursday/Friday), with a roster decision on Saturday as New England prepares for the trip to Denver.
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel said it’s not yet clear whether Mack Hollins will practice this week since he’s eligible to return off injured reserve; Hollins had a productive 2025 season, and the team is also evaluating whether defensive tackle Joshua Farmer will begin practicing this week ahead of the AFC Championship.
The New England Patriots placed key receiver Mack Hollins on injured reserve due to an abdominal injury, sidelining him for the rest of the season and early postseason, and signed defensive lineman Jeremiah Pharms Jr. to the roster.
The Buffalo Bills secured a 30-20 victory over the Indianapolis Colts, marking their first win in Indianapolis since 1998. Key players included WR Mack Hollins, who caught all four targets for 86 yards, and DE A.J. Epenesa, who contributed to the team's four sacks. TE Dalton Kincaid was targeted early but left the game with a knee injury. Despite a strong performance, the Bills' defense allowed a late touchdown, making the score appear closer. LB Dorian Williams led the team with nine tackles, helping to stifle the Colts' offense in the second half.