Who are the 10 most important Patriots after Drake Maye? We list them

June 23, 2026

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…

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Patriots Journal for this week

June 7, 2026

Here is this week’s edition of the Patriots Notebook, capturing the major storylines, roster shuffles, and community events surrounding the team as they head into a critical stretch of the offseason. A.J. Brown Getting Acclimated to Foxborough: The biggest story in New England remains the blockbuster acquisition of star wide receiver A.J. Brown. Brought in via trade from the Philadelphia Eagles for a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round…

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The Patriots need to get the A.J Brown trade across the finish line

May 31, 2026

AP/Matt Slocum For months, a blockbuster trade sending A.J. Brown from Philadelphia to New England has felt like a foregone conclusion. The framework of a deal is largely in place, it is now just a matter of figuring out compensation and getting it done. The financial benefits of waiting until the post-June 1 threshold are well documented for the Philadelphia Eagles. That time is finally here and it is time…

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Drake Maye publicly supports Mike Vrabel

May 7, 2026

Getty Images Patriots quarterback Drake Maye offered a staunch defense of his head coach, Mike Vrabel, on Wednesday, dismissing concerns regarding the coach’s recent off-field absence and personal matters. Speaking to the media following a Pro-Am event at the Truist Championship in Charlotte, Maye emphasized the strong bond between the locker room and the coaching staff, specifically highlighting Vrabel’s character during a period of outside scrutiny. Maye’s comments come at…

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Patriots to be featured on Hard Knocks in 2027

March 31, 2026

Getty Images For the first time in franchise history, the New England Patriots are set to step into the glare of the “Hard Knocks” cameras, as the NFL announced at the annual league meetings in Phoenix that the team will be the featured subject of the 2027 training camp edition. This milestone marks the final AFC East team to appear on the long-running HBO docuseries, following recent spotlights on the…

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Patriots 2026 Off-Season Preview: Building on a Super Bowl Foundation

February 13, 2026

The Patriots enter the 2026 off-season in a position of strength. Fresh off an appearance in Super Bowl LX, Mike Vrabel’s team has established a clear identity: a physical, defensive-minded team led by a promising franchise quarterback in Drake Maye. With an estimated $40-$42 million in projected cap space and a healthy stable of draft capital, the front office has the resources to ensure this isn’t just a one-year window….

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Maye says right shoulder feels good after arriving in California

February 3, 2026

Kyle Terada-Imagn Images SANTA CLARA- Drake Maye provided a reassuring update on the right shoulder injury that had limited him in practices the previous week. Speaking at Super Bowl Opening Night last night, Maye said that the cross-country trip and the change in environment marked a significant turning point in his recovery. “I think I turned a corner landing on the flight,” Maye told reporters, noting that the rest and…

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Maye shoulder injury rumor likely a non-story

January 28, 2026

Courtesy of Garrett W. Ellwood / Associated Press Rumors of a shoulder injury for Patriots quarterback Drake Maye began to circulate following a hard landing in the third quarter of the AFC Championship game on Sunday against the Denver Broncos. Social media doctors, specifically Dr. David Chao pointed to a moment where Maye appeared to clutch his right throwing shoulder after a tackle by Broncos safety Talanoa Hufanga. The message…

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Maye does enough to lead the Patriots to a win and the Super Bowl

January 26, 2026

Courtesy of the New England Patriots DENVER- In a grit-filled performance amidst a swirling Colorado snow, Drake Maye led the Patriots to a 10-7 victory over the Denver Broncos, clinching the AFC Championship and a trip to Super Bowl LX. In just his second NFL season, the 23-year-old quarterback overcame a top-ranked Denver defense and deteriorating weather conditions to end the franchise’s “Mile High” playoff curse. While the passing game…

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