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Kraft says Patriots made Christian Gonzalez offer to be highest paid CB in NFL history

July 25, 2026

FOXBOROUGH – New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft met with the assembled media on Saturday as training camp opened in Foxborough and revealed that the franchise has offered star cornerback Christian Gonzalez a historic contract extension that would make him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history. Speaking to reporters ahead of the team’s first training camp practice, Kraft emphasized just how deeply the organization values the 24-year-old defensive back. Expressing…

Patriots Positional Preview: Defensive Backs

July 13, 2026

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Courtesy of the New England Patriots The New England Patriots head into the 2026 season with a fascinating blend of elite, blue-chip talent at the top of the depth chart and a massive influx of young, hungry depth pieces looking to carve out roles under defensive coordinator Zak Kuhr. New England’s secondary should be one of the best in the NFL this season. Here is an individual breakdown of every…

Listing the 10 most important Patriots after Drake Maye

June 23, 2026

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AP PHOTO/ GREG COOPER While quarterback Drake Maye is undeniably the centerpiece of the New England Patriots’ franchise, a championship-caliber roster requires a dominant supporting cast. Building around a young signal-caller means establishing elite protection, dynamic playmakers, and a defense capable of shutting down high-powered offenses. Here are the 10 most important Patriots after Drake Maye, ranked by their impact on the team’s success. 1. Will Campbell, OT: Protecting Maye’s…

Patriots pick up Christian Gonzalez fifth year option

April 29, 2026

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AP The Patriots have officially exercised the fifth-year option for cornerback Christian Gonzalez, a move that serves as both a procedural formality and a significant statement of intent regarding the future of their star cornerback. By triggering the option ahead of the May deadline, the Patriots have contractually tied the former first-round pick to the roster through the 2027 season. While Gonzalez was originally slated to earn a modest base…

Top 5 matchups to watch in the Falcons-Patriots game

November 2, 2025

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On paper, the Falcons are one of the most talented teams in the NFL. They are not always consistent but they are a team that has it all on both sides of the ball. Size, speed and talent. The Patriots will need to win one on one match ups in this game in order to win the game. Here are five match ups to watch. Bijan Robinson vs. Patriots front…

Patriots Positional Preview: Cornerbacks

July 10, 2025

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The Patriots should have one of the best cornerback rooms in the NFL going into this season. Led by Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis, the Patriots have a good blend of veteran experience and young talent at the cornerback position. Length and an ability to play man coverage are prerequisites for a cornerback to play in the Patriots defense. They have an abundance of both with this group. Here is…

10 Patriots who must make an impact in 2025

July 8, 2025

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The Patriots are looking to turn a new page in 2025, with a new coaching staff and several new additions, the goal is to return to contender status. After a challenging 2024 season, the pressure is on several Patriots players to step up and deliver. If the Patriots are going to meet the lofty expectations set for them under first year coach Mike Vrabel, several key contributors will need to…

Schooler and Gonzalez named AP All-Pro’s

January 11, 2025

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It was a season to forget for the Patriots after finishing 4-13 for the second straight season. Owner Robert Kraft moved on from Jerod Mayo after the season as a result. The development of rookie quarterback Drake Maye was the focal point of the season but two of the few bright spots for the Patriots r this season were safety and special teams ace Brenden Schooler and cornerback Christian Gonzalez….

Entering his second NFL season, Gonzalez feeling good & ready to contribute

May 7, 2024

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Before we even got to truly see just how good Christian Gonzalez could be, his season was cut short in 2023. Now, the second-year corner from Oregon is feeling healthy and ready to go for 2024. “Healthy, excited to go, focused on just getting better and coming in every day and just keep getting back to work,” Gonzalez said to open his media availability on Tuesday when asked how he…

Seven points on the Patriots 38-3 loss to the Cowboys

October 2, 2023

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IMAGE COURTESY OF CHRIS TORRES The Patriots suffered the worst loss of Bill Belichick’s coaching career on Sunday losing 38-3 to the Dallas Cowboys. Here are seven points on today’s game. 1. Mac was awful- Jones played his worst game as a Patriot. He completed 12-of-21 passes for 150 yards and two interceptions, one of which was a pick six. Jones also fumbled inside the Patriots 20 yard line which resulted…

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