New England Patriots

Patriots emphasize youth & second contract players in free agency

March 13, 2026
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The Patriots’ approach in free agency was simple. They focused on getting younger and signing players who would be on their second contracts. Mike Vrabel and Eliot Wolf have shifted their free agency philosophy toward a calculated, value-driven approach that prioritizes “second contract” players. This strategy focuses on players who have completed their rookie deals and are entering their physical primes, typically aged 25 to 27. Unlike the high-priced, aging…

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The Patriots got better this week

March 13, 2026
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The Patriots got better this week. I know it seems like I am a prisoner of the moment but I really believe the Patriots additions this week make this team better. It is hard to believe after winning 17 games and getting to a Super Bowl that the Patriots are better now but they are. Dre’Mont Jones is an upgrade over K’Lavon Chaisson. He is a better pass rusher and…

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Patriots sign safety Mike Brown to one-year deal

March 12, 2026
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Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images The Patriots continued their secondary overhaul on Wednesday by reaching an agreement with safety Mike Brown on a one-year contract. While the specific financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed, the signing is a depth move aimed at fortifying both the secondary and the special teams unit. Brown, who is set to turn 27 in April, arrives in Foxborough with 35 games of experience over…

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Patriots sign tight end Julian Hill

March 12, 2026
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The Patriots reached an agreement with former Miami Dolphins tight end Julian Hill on a three-year contract on Wednesday. Hill, an undrafted free agent out of Campbell University in 2023, joins the Patriots after three seasons as a divisional rival. Hill’s arrival comes on the heels of the new league year opening and serves as a direct response to the departure of veteran tight end Austin Hooper, who recently signed…

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Patriots sign wide receiver Romeo Doubs to four-year, $70 million dollar deal

March 10, 2026
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Mike Dinovo-Imagn Images The Patriots have signed a wide receiver and while it may not be the one fans wanted, he is a pretty good one who is in the prime of his career and ascending. made a significant splash. The Patriots have reportedly agreed to terms with former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs. The deal is a four-year agreement worth a base of $68 million with a…

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Patriots sign guard Alijah Vera Tucker to 3- year $42 million dollar contract

March 10, 2026
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Getty Images The Patriots made a significant splash in the late hours of the first day of free agency, reportedly reaching an agreement with former New York Jets offensive guard Alijah Vera-Tucker. The deal is structured as a three-year contract worth $42 million, with incentives that could push the total value up to $48 million. By landing the former 14th overall pick, New England addresses a critical need on the…

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Patriots sign fullback Reggie Gilliam to three year deal

March 9, 2026
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The Patriots reached an agreement with former Buffalo Bills fullback Reggie Gilliam on the opening day of the legal tampering period. The deal is reportedly a three-year contract worth up to $12 million, including $6 million in total guarantees and a $4.4 million payout in the first year. By signing Gilliam, the Patriots are not only poaching a key divisional rival’s asset but also doubling down on the physical, run-heavy…

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Patriots Journal for 3/8/26

March 9, 2026
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With free agency opening on Monday with the negotiation window at noon, all eyes are on the Patriots. Who will they target and who will they sign? We talk about that plus other Patriots related news in this week’s journal. Free agency unofficially kicks off tomorrow: Free agency does not officially start until the new league on Wednesday but we are going to start hearing about guys signing contracts with…

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Patriots trade Garrett Bradbury to the Bears

March 7, 2026
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The Patriots have reportedly agreed to trade veteran center Garrett Bradbury to the Chicago Bears in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round draft pick. For the Chicago Bears, the acquisition is in response to the sudden and stunning retirement of Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman. Facing an immediate vacancy at center, Bears General Manager Ryan Poles targeted Bradbury to provide veteran stability and familiarity with the NFC North, where Bradbury spent…

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Patriots sign EDGE Jesse Luketa to a one-year deal

March 6, 2026
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The Patriots kicked off their 2026 external free agency by looking to the edge, signing linebacker Jesse Luketa to a one-year contract. Because Luketa finished the 2025 season on the Los Angeles Rams’ practice squad rather than an active roster, he was eligible to sign with New England immediately, bypassing the usual wait for the league’s legal tampering period. Standing 6-foot-3 and weighing 253 pounds, the 27-year-old Edmonton native brings…

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