The Patriots held the second of three rookie minicamp practices on Saturday and we got a good look at the incoming draft class and the undrafted free agents and tryout players who were brought in. Caleb Lomu of course is the headliner but we got to see and meet some of the other rookies as well. Here are six observations of what we saw 1. Vrabel was coaching them up:…
The Patriots took a significant step in shaping their 2026 roster on Friday, officially announcing the signing of five of their nine draft picks along with 12 rookie free agents. The signings mark the beginning of the professional journey for a group that features a Big 12 championship-winning quarterback, a versatile offensive lineman with Florida State and Harvard roots, and a diverse collection of defensive playmakers. The Patriots wasted no…
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…
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…
The Patriots paid Kyle Dixon over $250,000 in guaranteed money to sign. Following the conclusion of the 2026 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots were aggressive in the undrafted free-agent market, prioritizing offensive depth and athletic upside. Here is a recap of the newest additions to the roster: TE Tanner Arkin (Illinois): Tanner Arkin joins the Patriots’ tight end room after providing a reliable, physical presence for the Fighting Illini….
Jamarion “Jam” Miller, RB School: Alabama HT:5’10” WT: 211 lbs Jam Miller arrived at Alabama as a highly-touted four-star recruit from Tyler Legacy High School in Texas, where he set school records with nearly 5,000 career rushing yards and 65 touchdowns. At Alabama, he spent his first two seasons providing depth behind future NFL talent before stepping into a primary rotational role during his junior and senior campaigns. Known for…
Behren Morton, Quarterback School: Texas Tech HT: 6’2 1/8 WT: 221 lbs Behren Morton is a native of Eastland, Texas, whose football journey is deeply rooted in West Texas grit. The son of a legendary high school coach, Morton grew up as a ball boy in Lubbock before eventually leading his father’s Eastland program. A highly touted recruit, he chose to stay home at Texas Tech, where he overcame early…
Namdi Obiazor, OLB School: TCU HT: 6’3” WT: 225 lbs Namdi Obiazor is a versatile, high-motor defender who transitioned from safety to linebacker during his collegiate career, showcasing a modern hybrid profile. Originally a walk-on at Akron before transferring to TCU, Obiazor’s path is defined by a relentless work ethic and an ability to adapt to multiple roles within a defense. He became a focal point of the Horned Frogs’…
Karon Prunty, CB HT: 6’2″ WT: 192 lbs School: Wake Forest Karon Prunty is an experienced, long-limbed cornerback who concluded his collegiate career as a standout for Wake Forest. Known for his “savvy” playstyle and high football IQ, Prunty brings a veteran presence to the secondary with over 40 career starts across multiple programs. He possesses the prototypical length that professional scouts covet in a boundary corner, combined with track-validated…
As the NFL Draft enters its final day, the Patriots find themselves in a familiar position: looking for high-floor contributors, developmental traits, and special teams types to fill out the rest of the roster. Day 3 is where depth is built and “diamonds in the rough” are unearthed. For a team still refining its identity, the focus today will likely lean toward offensive line versatility, developmental targets for the passing……