Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown missed Thursday practice after his knee issue flared up, leaving his availability for Sunday’s game against the Miami Dolphins uncertain. The 29‑year‑old, acquired in a trade for a 2028 first‑ and 2027 fifth‑round pick, has a known degenerative knee condition that the team evaluated before the deal. He’s also battling a lingering high‑ankle sprain from the season opener and has recorded only six catches for 75 yards since returning in Week 6. Patriots’ receiver depth is now limited to DeMario Douglas, Kyle Williams and Efton Chism III.
As if the Patriots haven't already dealt with their fair share of bad news and injuries this season, Ian Rapoport just made it worse.
The New England Patriots are currently gearing up for Sunday’s game on the road against the Miami Dolphins. The Patriots are looking to bounce back after a tough loss on the road vs the Chicago Bears last week on Thursday Night Football. On Thursday, the team got a concerning injury update regarding star wide receiver […]
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The 49ers could use an upgrade. at cornerback and punt returner which is why Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones would be an ideal, if unlikely, fit.
NBC Sports Boston’s Tom E. Curran joins the show to cover the most overlooked aspects of the Patriots’ 4-3 start, what they should do at the trade deadline and preview Sunday’s game at Miami. Later, the guys make their game picks and quarterback Tommy DeVito joins the show for a 4-minute drill. 0:00 – Coming up [...]
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The Patriots travel to Miami for Week 8 after a loss in Chicago, and Pats Pulpit predicts they have the edge. Quarterback Drake Maye’s pass offense posts the league‑best 0.423 dropback EPA since Week 4, while Miami’s pass defense ranks 23rd, giving New England a strong aerial advantage. Although the Patriots’ pass defense has struggled, the Dolphins’ passing attack lacks the depth to exploit it. The run game favors Miami, with Ollie Gordon II’s 100‑yard performances, but New England’s run defense has kept opponents under 100 yards so far. Special‑teams matchups are fairly even, and veteran coaches Mike Vrabel and Josh McDaniels add experience. Overall, the analysis leans toward a Patriots win.
The Dolphins host the Patriots in Week 8 on November 24, with the game airing locally on CBS for Florida and New England markets. Miami and surrounding areas (Miami, West Palm Beach, Fort Myers) will see the matchup, while the rest of the nation watches the Chiefs–Broncos game. CBS also airs the Bills‑Ravens game in South Florida and the Colts‑Jaguars game up the Panhandle; FOX splits the rest of the state's slate, showing Raiders‑Jets, Vikings‑Lions, Falcons‑Buccaneers, and Cardinals‑Cowboys. Sunday Night Football features the Eagles at Commanders. The article details broadcast regions and other games across the state.
The Miami Dolphins face a steep challenge against the Patriots, but these three keys could give them a blueprint for pulling off a massive upset.
The careers of Caleb Williams and Drake Maye are intertwined. They both starred for their schools in college and entered the NFL in 2024. The Chicago Bears and New England Patriots quarterbacks continue to be compared at the pro level, but league executives made a clear choice between them. Williams is coming off another impressive [...]
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Former Indiana wideout Omar Cooper Jr. earns his second consecutive Pepsi Rookie of the Week award after a 115-yard, one‑touchdown performance with five catches versus the Miami Dolphins on Oct. 25. The Jets rookie follows a 103‑yard, one‑touchdown game against New England the week prior, becoming only the eighth player since the AFL‑NFL merger to post 100+ receiving yards in two of his first three career games and the first Jet to do so. The back‑to‑back feats put Cooper in early conversation for NFL Rookie of the Year.
Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears are having a good start to the 2026 NFL season. The team secured a big win against the New England Patriots in their Week 7 matchup, winning with a score of 30-24. They currently have five wins and two losses so far this season, and are competing for the […]
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The New England Patriots have a wide receiver problem, largely because of injuries. A.J. Brown suffered a high ankle sprain in the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks. Mack Hollins sustained a calf injury against the Buffalo Bills and is now on injured reserve. Romeo Doubs also joined the list after suffering a shoulder injury […]
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In Thursday Night Football, the Patriots fell 30-24 to the Bears at Soldier Field, exposing three key problems. Wideout A.J. Brown, a 2028 first‑round pick, posted the fourth‑worst separation rate (1.5 yd) among qualified receivers, limiting him to just three catches per game. Quarterback Drake Maye threw his first red‑zone interception since Week 4, a costly mistake that helped seal the loss. New England also suffered from a lack of possession, recording a season‑low 54 offensive snaps and only 2:39 of ball time versus Chicago’s 12:21, while rushing only 17 times. These issues highlight concerns about Brown’s production and the Patriots’ ability to control the game.
The Patriots face the Dolphins in Week 8 with a clear game plan: establish the run, especially leaning on Rhamondre Stevenson after a lackluster ground game against the Bears. Analysts debate New England's ability to dominate the line against Miami's strong run defense, while turnovers remain a concern. The injury report shows a healthier roster, including CB Carlton Davis's return, and the team is gearing up for a Rob Gronkowski induction on Nov. 7. Experts from the Patriots Pulpit break down key matchups, trade‑deadline needs, and the potential role for TreVeyon Henderson as New England looks to secure a decisive win in Miami on Sunday.
The 2026 NFL trade deadline is November 10, and the Patriots could make moves before then.
The Buffalo Bills, fresh off a bye‑week win and now 5‑1, sit just a game‑and‑a‑half ahead of the Patriots in the AFC East and are tied with the Chiefs for the conference lead. A Mahomes interception could hand Buffalo the top AFC seed, though Kansas City holds the tiebreaker thanks to a better conference record. Week 8 matchups—including a crucial battle with the Ravens—offer the Bills a chance to solidify their lead and boost their strength‑of‑victory, while other AFC games could swing tiebreakers in Buffalo’s favor ahead of a Thanksgiving showdown with the Chiefs.
The Buffalo Bills, fresh off a bye‑week win, sit tied with the Chiefs at 5‑1 and are just an interception away from the AFC No. 1 seed. A game‑and‑a‑half lead over the Patriots puts them in prime position to clinch the AFC East, while a victory over Baltimore this weekend could improve their conference record and set up a decisive Thanksgiving clash with Kansas City. The post also outlines key AFC matchups that could affect Buffalo’s playoff tiebreakers, highlighting the Titans‑Bengals, Colts‑Jaguars, and Steelers‑Browns games as beneficial if the underdogs win.
Montez Sweat returns to the Chicago Bears for Monday night’s clash with Seattle, restoring Dennis Allen’s top edge rusher after a two‑game suspension. While Sweat brings a proven 10‑sack season, backup Daniel Hardy has impressed in his absence, posting 1.5 sacks, four QB hits and a sack in the wins over Atlanta and New England. Hardy’s rise—bolstered by 19 special‑teams tackles in 2025—forces Allen to rethink the rotation, especially with injuries to Dayo Odeyingbo and contributions from Austin Booker and defensive backs. The Bears now have a versatile pass‑rush package that could keep Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold under pressure without over‑relying on Sweat alone.
The Miami Dolphins claim former Seattle Seahawks third‑round pick offensive guard Christian Hayles off waivers, beating the Baltimore Ravens due to higher waiver priority. Hayles, a 2024 third‑rounder who started five games for Seattle this season, becomes Miami’s next guard after the Seahawks traded for Quenton Nelson. To make room, the Dolphins released rookie rookie DJ Campbell (200th overall, 2026). With left guard Kadyn Proctor in concussion protocol, Hayles joins a line featuring Jonah Savaiinaea, Caedan Wallace and Jarrett Kingston as Miami prepares for a Sunday matchup against the New England Patriots.
The Patriots may already be signaling another quiet NFL trade deadline, and New England's lack of salary cap space might not be the real reason why.
The New England Patriots have AJ Brown back on the field after his spell on the IR with a high ankle sprain. The Patriots wide receiver has not been anywhere near his best since returning, though, something which he is trying to work on. But Patriots quarterback Drake Maye believes it’s just a matter of […]
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Caleb Williams proves his versatility in Week 7, leading the Chicago Bears to a 30-24 win over the New England Patriots. He throws for 308 yards, two touchdowns and a 116.7 passer rating, becoming the first Bears QB since Mitchell Trubisky (2018) to post 300+ passing yards in back‑to‑back games. Williams delivers eight completions of 20+ yards, highlighted by Luther Burden III’s 130 yards and a 58‑yard touchdown. Despite Patriots blitzing him on 61.5% of dropbacks, he completes 12 of 20 under pressure and avoids turnovers, extending his streak to 35 games with at most one interception—a tie with Aaron Rodgers. His accuracy soars, posting a 90% on‑target rate and leading the league in adjusted completion percentage (86.1%).
The Chicago Bears still top the NFL in rushing (154.3 yards per game), but that statistic masks a sharp recent decline. After averaging nearly 200 yards in the first four games, they managed just 295 yards combined against Green Bay, Atlanta and New England. Injuries to running back Kyle Monangai and a shifting backfield have limited D’Andre Swift’s output, while quarterback Caleb Williams has shouldered the offense with 300‑plus passing yards in the last two wins. With a season‑ending injury to tight end Cole Kmet and a looming matchup against Seattle’s defense—known for forcing teams into prolonged passing situations—the Bears’ ability to reestablish a consistent ground game will be critical.
The aggressive Patriots' linebacker signed a 2-year contract during the 2025 offseason.
The latest Chicago Bears buzz isn’t about trades or injuries—it’s about quarterback Caleb Williams’ eye‑catching Caddix cleats. After a standout Week 7 performance against the New England Patriots, Williams refuses to ditch the unauthorized shoes despite looming NFL fines, and the brand has offered endorsement checks instead. The article also notes Luther Burden’s primetime splash, Coby Bryant’s uncertain injury timeline, and the Bears’ upcoming clash with a strong Seattle defense, but the shoe saga dominates the conversation.