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Darrell Taylor will go from the No. 5 seed to the No. 2 seed in the AFC. The New England Patriots officially added the former Houston Texans defensive end to the practice squad on Wednesday, as first reported by NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport. Taylor, 28, cleared waivers and became a free agent the afternoon prior. […]
From Pats Pulpit | 24 days ago | 2 reads
As the New England Patriots headed back to the practice fields on Wednesday, so did Terrell Jennings in a red non-contact jersey. The running back’s 21-day activation window has officially been opened as the AFC divisional round closes in. Jennings, 24, entered the NFL’s concussion protocol prior to halftime against the New York Giants as […]
From Pats Pulpit | 24 days ago | 5 reads
The New England Patriots started the on-field preparation for their upcoming divisional playoff game against the Houston Texans on Wednesday, and one of their most important players was part of the proceedings. Wearing a red non-contact jersey, starting cornerback Christian Gonzalez was present during the short media window at the start of the session. While […]
From Pats Pulpit | 24 days ago | 1 read
The New England Patriots went 14-3 in 2025 and find themselves back in the NFL playoffs for the first time since 2021. Let’s dive into the Patriots’ playoff history, including Super Bowl victories. How Many Times Have the Patriots Made the Playoffs? The New England Patriots have made the NFL playoffs 28 times in franchise history. They also reached the AFL Championship Game in 1963 before joining the NFL in 1970. New England was called the Boston Patriots from 1960-70. The New Englan...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 24 days ago | 3 reads
The AFC divisional round’s connections do not end with executive vice president and general manager Nick Caserio. Nor do they end with a coaching staff featuring Nick Caley, Cole Popovich, Jerry Schuplinski and even Ben McDaniels. Not with the scouting, personnel and development likes of D.J. Debick, Steve Cargile, Shane Vereen and André Davis, either. […]
From Pats Pulpit | 24 days ago | 5 reads
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From Pats Pulpit | 24 days ago | 1 read
Wild card weekend did not disappoint for the first three games as the Rams-Panthers, Packers-Bears, Bills-Jaguars, and 49ers-Eagles all delivered one score games coming down to the final possession. The divisional round is now set with the Bills-Broncos and 49ers-Seahawks playing on Saturday. On Sunday, the Texans-Patriots and Rams-Bears will play for their opportunity to […]
From Turf Show Times | 24 days ago | 3 reads
The New England Patriots have finally gotten off the schneid. After not winning a playoff game in their last seven seasons, they beat the Los Angeles Chargers last Sunday night to punch their ticket to the AFC divisional round. There, the Houston Texans await. For quarterback Drake Maye and the rest of the Patriots, this […]
From Pats Pulpit | 24 days ago | 1 read
While the narrative itself is overblown, the New England Patriots offense did indeed not go up against a murder’s row of opponents in the regular season. Sunday’s wild card game against the Los Angeles Chargers was different, though: the team’s defense entered the playoffs as one of the best in the NFL, and it showed. […]
From Pats Pulpit | 24 days ago | 4 reads
The New England Patriots were one of the worst teams in football each of the last two seasons. Fortunes can change quickly in the NFL, however, and on Sunday, the team of first-year head coach Mike Vrabel will compete for a spot in the AFC Championship Game. Between them and the conference title game, however, […]
From Pats Pulpit | 24 days ago | 1 read
The New England Patriots and Houston Texans will not be the only teams on the field for Sunday’s divisional playoff game at Gillette Stadium. The third one, those wearing black and white stripes, will be led by referee Shawn Smith, as was announced by the NFL. Officiating website Football Zebras had to say the following […]
From Pats Pulpit | 24 days ago | 0 reads
The AFC Divisional round of the NFL playoffs will see the New England Patriots (14-3) and Houston Texans (12-5) clash at Gillette Stadium on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Where to Buy Patriots vs. Texans Tickets If you’re wanting to buy tickets for the Week 2 game featuring the Patriots and the Texans, head on over to Vivid Seats to grab your seats today! Patriots vs. Texans Game Info When: Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 3 p.m. ET Where: Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts TV ...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 24 days ago | 1 read
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From Battle Red Blog | 25 days ago | 1 read
The practice squad of the AFC’s No. 2 seed would be subject to renovations ahead of the divisional round against the Houston Texans. The New England Patriots signed running back D’Ernest Johnson, wide receiver Trent Sherfield Sr., offensive tackle Lorenz Metz and cornerback Miles Battle to the 17-man group on Tuesday, the organization announced. Johnson, […]
From Pats Pulpit | 25 days ago | 0 reads
According to recent Ravens Reacts surveys, fans’ confidence in the Ravens dropped to a season-low 2% after their Week 16 loss to the Patriots. After a win in Week 17 (plus a Steelers loss), confidence jumped to 33% heading into a win-or-go-home game in Pittsburgh. The Ravens lost that game in heartbreaking fashion, and yet, […]
From Baltimore Beatdown | 25 days ago | 0 reads
The NFL announced today the six finalists for the 2025 Pepsi Zero Sugar NFL Rookie of the Year award and New Orleans quarterback Tyler Shough is on the list alongside Giants QB Jaxson Dart, Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson, Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty, Panthers WR Tetairoa McMillan, and Browns LB Carson Schwesinger Shough recorded the highest completion […]
From Canal Street Chronicles | 25 days ago | 3 reads
The New England Patriots are on to the divisional round after they secured their first playoff win since Super Bowl 53 on Sunday. Now, they’ll get ready to host the Houston Texans and a top ranked defense with a trip to the AFC Championship Game on the line. So, submit any Patriots questions — or […]
From Pats Pulpit | 25 days ago | 0 reads
The Chargers wasted little time in making their first coaching change following the loss to the Patriots. Per the team, offensive coordinator Greg Roman and offensive line coach Mike Devlin are both being relieved of duties just two days after the offense scored three points in their second consecutive loss in the postseason. However, it […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 25 days ago | 1 read
As Mike Vrabel fielded a question Monday morning on rookie kicker Andy Borregales, the Patriots head coach made sure to knock on the wooden press conference stand. When it came to his kicker, Vrabel was not looking for any jinxes. In a low-scoring 16-3 wild-card win, Borregales connected on all three of his fields-goal attempts […]
From Pats Pulpit | 25 days ago | 0 reads
The Los Angeles Chargers are making a change to their coaching staff following their elimination in the playoffs at the hands of the New England Patriots. According to NFL Network insider Ian Rapaport, the Chargers are firing offensive coordinator Greg Roman after two years with the team. The news comes after the team scored just […]
From Bolts From The Blue | 25 days ago | 1 read
The NFL postseason is underway, and Super Wild Card Weekend did not disappoint. Of the six games, the first four came down to the final drive of the game. Away teams won three of the first five games, and a few playoff newcomers advanced to the Divisional Round. With another jam-packed weekend ahead, we’ll dissect […]
From Windy City Gridiron | 25 days ago | 0 reads
The Miami Dolphins continue to add names to their head coaching interview request list — with Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter being the latest candidate for the job per sources. Minter’s Chargers just got bounced from the first round of the NFL Playoffs by the New England Patriots on Sunday night, however his […]
From The Phinsider | 25 days ago | 4 reads
The Jets have signed quarterback Bailey Zappe to a reserve/future contract per Tom Pelissero. The 26 year old Zappe was a fourth round pick by the Patriots in 2022. He spent two years in New England before bouncing between the Chiefs and the Browns the last two seasons. There is little chance that Zappe will […]
From Gang Green Nation | 25 days ago | 3 reads
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From Pats Pulpit | 25 days ago | 1 read
The New England Patriots’ win over the Los Angeles Chargers in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs came at a cost. In the early fourth quarter of the 16-3 victory, Pro Bowl cornerback Christian Gonzalez left the game after sustaining a head injury. On Monday, head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed that Gonzalez had been […]
From Pats Pulpit | 25 days ago | 2 reads