Patriots NFLPA grades show improvement but there is still work to be done

February 26, 2026

The NFLPA report cards have been leaked and the Patriots finished ranked 26th in the league in the player ratings. The treatment of families and coaching grades improved but the travel grade was an F and the food and dining and the home game field grades were in the D range. It was a harsh reminder that despite winning 17 games and getting to a Super Bowl, this franchise still…

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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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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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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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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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Patriots make it official naming Zak Kuhr the full time defensive coordinator

February 17, 2026

Courtesy of Patriots.com The Patriots have found their permanent answer at defensive coordinator, and they didn’t have to look far to find him. On Tuesday, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport, Mike Garafolo, and Tom Pelissero reported that the team is officially hiring inside linebackers coach Zak Kuhr to fill the role full-time. While the title is new, the face is a familiar one for a unit that just completed a…

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Patriots well positioned this off-season to build on last season

February 17, 2026

AP Photo The Patriots enter the 2026 offseason in a rare and enviable position, balancing the momentum of a Super Bowl appearance with the flexibility to further fortify their roster. Currently ranked 11th in available cap space and 13th in draft capital—averaging out to the 12th most resourceful outlook in the league—the franchise is primed to build upon the foundation that turned them into reigning AFC Champions. Much of this…

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Patriots Journal for 2/16/26

February 16, 2026

It is the first Patriots Journal of the off-season so here we go. Plenty to talk about in this first edition. Cap Situation: The Patriots are expected to have roughly $40-$42 million in cap space going into the new league year but expect them to create even more cap space. Here is how: Extend Michael Onwenu and lower his expected $25 million dollar cap hit. Make the always difficult decision…

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5 Defensive Coordinator candidates to keep an eye on for the Patriots

February 13, 2026

Getty Images As the New England Patriots enter the 2026 offseason, head coach Mike Vrabel faces a pivotal decision. After a resilient 2025 campaign that saw the team reach Super Bowl LX, the defensive coordinator (DC) position is officially open. Current reports indicate that Terrell Williams, who missed much of last season battling prostate cancer, is being moved into a high-ranking “Associate Head Coach” or strategic advisory role. This leaves…

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