Vrabel address media at NFL Scouting Combine; Here’s 6 answers that stood out

February 25, 2026

A day after Eliot Wolf met with both local and national media on Tuesday, it was Mike Vrabel’s turn down in Indianapolis on Tuesday. Vrabel spoke for just over 20 minutes, hitting on everything from Will Campbell, to meetings with potential draft picks, to Stefon Diggs and the approach the team could take in free agency. Here’s what stood out the most during Vrabel’s availability: On Stefon Diggs’ future with…

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Wolf defends Campbell & reaffirms he’s staying at left tackle

February 24, 2026

Getty Images Eliot Wolf made the media rounds in Indianapolis on Monday and met with the assembled media on Tuesday at the NFL Scouting Combine. One of the topics he addressed was the play of rookie left tackle Will Campbell down the stretch. Campbell struggled mightily, specifically in the Super Bowl, prompting some to openly question whether or not he should be moved inside to left guard. Wolf quickly through…

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Wolf addresses variety of topics in Scouting Combine media session; 6 answers that got our attention

February 24, 2026

Patriots Vice President of Football Operations Eliot Wolf met with the assembled media earlier to today and addressed a variety of topics in his 16 minute media availability. Wolf also met with the local media separately after the fact and took follow up questions as well. Here are six questions and answers that caught our attention. On both safeties being interchangeable and his thoughts on Jaylinn Hawkins “Yeah, the safety…

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Patriots release running back/kick returner Antonio Gibson

February 23, 2026

Image courtesy of New England Patriots Antonio Gibson’s kick return in a massive early-season win down in Miami was one of the most memorable plays in a historic 2025 season for the Patriots. Getting him a ring would have been nice. If they had won, it would have been one of the best highlights on the DVD/YouTube video. Unfortunately, that’s not how things went and now, his time with the…

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2026 Patriots Scouting Combine Preview

February 23, 2026

As the NFL descends on Indianapolis for the 2026 Scouting Combine, the New England Patriots find themselves in an unfamiliar yet enviable position: picking at the back end of the first round after a deep playoff run that culminated in a Super Bowl LX appearance.

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Patriots Journal (2/22/26)

February 22, 2026

It’s NFL Combine Week, which means the offseason is about to ramp up in the NFL. All 32 teams will be represented in Indianapolis this week as the draft evaluation truly begins, with prospects being interviewed in person before showing their skills in what is essentially the biggest job interviews of their lives. Pro Days at college campuses around the country will follow throughout the month of March. Aside from…

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Who should stay, who should go when it comes to the Patriots unrestricted free agents

February 21, 2026

Coming off a deep run that led all the way to Super Bowl LX, the New England Patriots enter the 2026 offseason with a roster that is remarkably stable. Unlike previous years of massive overhauls, the front office faces a “quality over quantity” dilemma with only a handful of unrestricted free agents (UFAs) hitting the market. The primary objective for Eliot Wolf and Mike Vrabel will be maintaining the defensive…

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4 Reasons why an AJ Brown trade to the Patriots is highly unlikely

February 20, 2026

Getty Images While the idea of A.J. Brown reuniting with Mike Vrabel in New England is a frequent “dream scenario” for Patriots fans, the logistical reality of such a trade in 2026 is a minefield of cap penalties and conflicting team timelines. Here is why an A.J. Brown trade to the Patriots would be incredibly complicated and highly unlikely: 1. The Eagles’ “Dead Money” Nightmare The biggest hurdle isn’t the…

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Hollins bonus is the first offseason step in reaffirming culture that’s now in place

February 20, 2026

One thing is abundantly clear after Mike Vrabel’s first season as head coach of the Patriots. If you do everything you can for the betterment of the team, you’ll get taken care of when it’s possible. Mack Hollins received a $400,000 addition to his signing bonus (reported on Friday by Tom Pelissero) after he came up just four catches short of reaching the incentive during the 2025 season. Hollins needed…

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Patriots to pay Hollins bonus despite not reaching contract incentive

February 20, 2026

(Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)Getty Images In the high-stakes world of the NFL, where “business is business” usually serves as the cold justification for cutting players or withholding pay, the Patriots recently made a move that prioritized character over the bottom line. Reports surfaced on Friday on Friday that the team announced would pay wide receiver Mack Hollins a $400,000 bonus, despite the veteran falling just short of the statistical…

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