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Patriots Target Six Tight End Fits Ahead of 2026 Draft
sports23 hours ago

Patriots Target Six Tight End Fits Ahead of 2026 Draft

With the Patriots picking 31st in the 2026 NFL Draft, they’ll likely address tight end as Hunter Henry nears the end of his contract and free-agent signee Julian Hill adds run-blocking depth behind a small group led by Westover and Dippre. The piece highlights six TE fits for New England: Max Klare (Ohio State), Oscar Delp (Georgia; visited), Eli Stowers (Vanderbilt; elite receiver-type but limited blocking, with a potential move to wide receiver), Sam Roush (Stanford; big-bodied blocker with athletic upside but limited catch radius), Eli Raridon (Notre Dame; recovered from ACL injuries with strong hands), and Jack Endries (Texas; reliable hands, movement blocker). It also notes other prospects to watch and varying consensus rankings across the group.

via Pats Pulpit|
#college-prospects#new-england-patriots#nfl-draft-2026
Patriots Weigh Eight WR Fits for 2026 Draft With No. 31 Pick
sports2 days ago

Patriots Weigh Eight WR Fits for 2026 Draft With No. 31 Pick

With the 31st overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots are evaluating a slate of wide receiver prospects to supplement Drake Maye and Romeo Doubs as they rebuild a reshaped WR depth. The current depth includes Mack Hollins, Kayshon Boutte, DeMario Douglas, Kyle Williams and others, while targets like KC Concepcion, Denzel Boston, Chris Brazzell II, Chris Bell, Germie Bernard, Ted Hurst, Bryce Lance and De’Zhaun Stribling offer a mix of separation, size and playmaking. Concerns such as Concepcion’s drop rate, Boston’s lack of combine data, and Brazzell’s limited route tree will influence how New England prioritizes the position in this draft.

via Pats Pulpit|
#drake-maye#new-england-patriots#nfl-draft-2026
AFC Draft Playbook: One Must-Nail Goal for Each Team in 2026
sports2 days ago

AFC Draft Playbook: One Must-Nail Goal for Each Team in 2026

NFL.com’s GMFB-based look at the 2026 draft assigns a single priority for every AFC club: Bills should chase a primary receiver, Dolphins add another pillar, Patriots reinforce the defensive trenches, Jets land more weapons, Ravens and Bengals bolster trench play and defense, Browns keep building the offense, Steelers add an extra offensive-tackle option, Texans target a wide receiver, Colts shore up linebacker, Jaguars add a running back, Titans seek an edge, Broncos pursue a running back, Chiefs upgrade at cornerback (and then OL), Raiders add more weapons, and Chargers target another receiver.

via NFL.com|
#afc#buffalo-bills#miami-dolphins
Five Big NFL Roster Holes to Fill in 2026 Offseason
sports22 days ago

Five Big NFL Roster Holes to Fill in 2026 Offseason

Five teams—Patriots, Bears, Titans, Buccaneers and Jaguars—still face major roster gaps as the 2026 offseason unfolds: New England needs an edge rusher (potential trades or first‑round help), Chicago must shore up its secondary, Tennessee seeks a true WR1 (via trade or Day‑2 draft options), Tampa Bay aims to boost the pass rush through the draft, and Jacksonville must rebuild its back seven with free‑agent signings and Day‑2 picks. The piece also explores concrete paths such as pursuing a top-edge rusher, veteran DBs, and strategic trades or draft moves to fill these holes.

via NFL.com|
#chicago-bears#jacksonville-jaguars#new-england-patriots
Patriots Sign Eight in Free Agency, Still Eyeing Key Roster Upgrades
sports26 days ago

Patriots Sign Eight in Free Agency, Still Eyeing Key Roster Upgrades

New England opened free agency with eight signings, adding left guard Alijah Vera-Tucker, blocking tight end Julian Hill, and safety Kevin Byard (one-year, $9M), but still needs help at wide receiver, tight end, defensive line, linebacker, cornerback and safety. The article notes the team may pursue veteran options or trades (and drafts) to fill remaining gaps, with potential targets or discussions around big-name players like Stefon Diggs or Jadeveon Clowney, among others, while evaluating the market through a top-200 consensus board.

via Pats Pulpit|
#free-agency#new-england-patriots#nfl
Mike Evans near-move to Bills would’ve tipped AFC East against Patriots
sports27 days ago

Mike Evans near-move to Bills would’ve tipped AFC East against Patriots

The Patriots reclaimed the AFC East this offseason and are aiming for another title despite Bills threats, but Buffalo nearly landed Mike Evans to pair with D.J. Moore and a retooled defense. Evans ultimately chose the 49ers, citing a contender with a strong quarterback, which would have amplified Buffalo’s offense and made New England’s path tougher. Buffalo remains a threat in 2026 with continuity under Joe Brady, while Evans’ decision averted a potential AFC East nightmare for the Patriots.

via Musket Fire|
#afc-east#buffalo-bills#mike-evans
Rams keep A.J. Brown trade interest alive after McDuffie deal
sports28 days ago

Rams keep A.J. Brown trade interest alive after McDuffie deal

The Rams still eye a potential A.J. Brown trade with the Philadelphia Eagles after using a 2026 first-round pick to acquire Trent McDuffie, with Brown’s price reportedly a first- and a second-round pick. The Patriots also discussed the possibility, but no deal has emerged as Philadelphia weighs salary-cap decisions and Goedert’s future, keeping Brown in play for now.

via The New York Times|
#aj-brown#eagles#new-england-patriots
Patriots free-agent day reshapes defense, TE depth, and edge-rush roles
sports1 month ago

Patriots free-agent day reshapes defense, TE depth, and edge-rush roles

The Patriots’ opening day of free agency featured four external signings and several departures that alter depth and roles. Safety Kevin Byard arrives, boosting the defense and allowing Craig Woodson to line up closer to the ball, while Elijah Ponder and Bradyn Swinson are elevated into larger roles on the edge. The arrival of safety Mike Brown and the continued competition at safety threatens Dell Pettus and Marte Mapu’s spots, and the three-year deal for tight end Julian Hill pushes CJ Dippre down the depth chart behind Hunter Henry, signaling a potential draft emphasis at TE. Additionally, the club added Dre’Mont Jones earlier and released Anfernee Jennings as part of reshaping the pass rush.

via Pats Pulpit|
#cj-dippre#edge-rushers#kevin-byard
Patriots land ballhawking safety Kevin Byard on a one-year, up-to-$9M deal
sports1 month ago

Patriots land ballhawking safety Kevin Byard on a one-year, up-to-$9M deal

All-Pro safety Kevin Byard agreed to a one-year deal with the New England Patriots (up to $9 million), reuniting with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel; Byard led the league with seven interceptions last season, has never missed a game in his 10-year career, and will bolster a Patriots secondary in need of leadership and playmaking.

via The New York Times|
#interceptions#kevin-byard#new-england-patriots
Commanders land Chaisson on one-year deal after breakout Patriots season
sports1 month ago

Commanders land Chaisson on one-year deal after breakout Patriots season

Washington Commanders signed former Patriots edge rusher K’Lavon Chaisson to a one-year deal after his breakout 2025 season in New England, where he posted a career-high 7.5 sacks and 59 pressures (including 20 in four playoff games). Chaisson, 26, had limited production with the Jaguars and spent 2024 with the Raiders; he’s a speed-focused edge rusher who is undersized for run defense, making him a pass-rushing addition for Washington.

via The New York Times|
#klavon-chaisson#new-england-patriots#nfl-free-agency