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Patriots veteran wants more turnovers from Craig Woodson in Year 2

On the third day of NFL Free Agency, veteran safety Kevin Byard agreed to a one-year contract with the Patriots. Byard joins a talented secondary that features established cornerbacks such as Christian Gonzalez, Carlton Davis and Marcus Jones, but also an emerging safety in Craig Woodson. “I think he’s a very talented player, just watching […]

Kevin Byard open to reunion with A.J. Brown in New England

During his time with the Tennessee Titans, safety Kevin Byard was teammates with A.J. Brown for three seasons. Now in New England, Byard would welcome a reunion. Brown has remained in trade speculation throughout this offseason, with the Patriots viewed as the top potential suitor. “We trained together Tennessee… but no we honestly haven’t talked […]

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Healthy Behren Morton making most of early opportunity with Patriots

As the New England Patriots evaluated Texas Tech quarterback Behren Morton ahead of the NFL Draft, one trait immediately stood out. “The toughness,” executive vice president of player personnel Eliot Wolf said. “He played through a lot of stuff. He’s been beat up, but he’s played through a lot of stuff.” The injuries piled up […]

What signing Peter Manuma, Xavier Holmes means for the Patriots

The New England Patriots had 17 players in for tryouts during their rookie minicamp over the weekend, and they ended up signing two of them to their active roster. Defensive edge Xavier Holmes and safety Peter Manuma, both of whom undrafted rookie free agents, are now officially the 90th and 91st players on the team. […]

Kyle Williams sticking with 18, and more Patriots jersey number updates

The New England Patriots made some changes to their roster on Monday. As first reported by Mike Reiss of ESPN, they also made some updates to their jersey numbers — including Kyle Williams reversing a previous decision. The second-year wide receiver moving from his rookie number 18 to 8 was announced earlier during offseason workouts. […]

Patriots sign pair of undrafted tryouts following rookie minicamp

Seventeen tryout players were on hand for rookie minicamp at Gillette Stadium. At least a pair will be circling back. The New England Patriots officially signed outside linebacker Xavier Holmes and safety Peter Manuma on Monday, as first shared by Exclusive Sports Group and the Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed. Both free agents went unselected in […]

Patriots rookies open up during minicamp introductions

The New England Patriots wrapped up rookie minicamp on Sunday, and their nine draftees and 12 undrafted free agents will now join the veterans on the roster. Before fully introducing themselves to the rest of the team, five rookies who officially signed their contracts prior to Saturday’s rainy practice shared their names and fun facts […]

What their UDFA, draft pick signings mean for the Patriots

The New England Patriots held their 2026 rookie minicamp at Gillette Stadium this weekend. Besides hosting their nine draft picks, they also welcomed a 17-man group of tryout players and their initial class of undrafted free agents: a total of 12 now-former UDFAs were part of the mix, with their signings announced leading up to […]

Patriots rookie minicamp 2026: Full list of tryout players

While all eyes are on first-round offensive tackle Caleb Lomu and the rest of their draft class, the New England Patriots are also hosting several free agents at their current rookie minicamp at Gillette Stadium. A total of 17 players are present vying for one of what is currently two open spots on the roster. […]

Patriots rookie minicamp notebook: Caleb Lomu reps strictly at left tackle

The New England Patriots’ rookie class, including nine draftees along with UDFAs plus tryout players, took the rainy practice fields behind Gillette Stadium for the second day of rookie minicamp on Saturday. As usual, the focus is on teaching as the rookies continue to learn the playbook and adjust to a NFL-style practice. While the […]

Patriots sign 2 more draft picks to their rookie deals

The New England Patriots announced signing five of their nine draft picks to their respective rookie contracts on Friday. Apparently, however, those were not the only selections signed by the club that day. As first reported by salary cap expert Miguel Benzan and since confirmed by the club, two more Patriots draft picks also put […]

Patriots jersey numbers for 2026 UDFA class announced

The New England Patriots opened their 2026 rookie minicamp on Friday, and part of the procedure was making this year’s undrafted free agent signings official. A total of 12 such players were added to the roster, and they promptly received their initial jersey numbers as well. In numerical order, here is the full list of […]

Patriots officially sign 5 draft picks, 12 free agents as rookie minicamp begins

Pen met paper as rookie minicamp kicked off at Gillette Stadium. Five members of the 2026 New England Patriots draft class signed their NFL contracts on Friday, the organization announced. The rookie deals now on the books include cornerback Karon Prunty, offensive tackle Dametrious Crownover, linebacker Namdi Obiazor, quarterback Behren Morton and running back Jam […]

Patriots Mailbag: Could there be a reunion with Stefon Diggs?

The Gillette Stadium practice fields have been put to work as the New England Patriots progress through the offseason program while the rookie class traveled to Foxboro on Thursday for the start of rookie minicamp. So with the offseason activity ramping up on the field, let’s get into this week’s #PostPulpit Mailbag. Obviously, now that […]

Patriots rookie minicamp 2026: Schedule, participants, tryouts, more

The New England Patriots’ first-year players will get their first real taste of life in the NFL this weekend. It’s rookie minicamp time in Foxborough. Between Friday and Sunday, the youngsters — who already reported to Gillette Stadium on Thursday — will go through a series of club-led activities. They will participate in non-contact, non-padded […]

Patriots first-rounder Caleb Lomu explains viral NFL Draft dance video

The New England Patriots selecting Utah offensive tackle Caleb Lomu in the first round of last month’s NFL Draft was followed by the typical post-pick discussion. There was analysis of the player and his fit with the team, breakdowns about his impact on the depth chart, and talk about his future and which position he […]

Caleb Lomu embracing versatility early with Patriots

The New England Patriots are set to enter the season with Will Campbell and Morgan Moses as their starting offensive tackles. Even with that duo in place, it didn’t stop them from selecting Caleb Lomu in the first round of the NFL Draft last month. Lomu arrives in New England having made the majority of […]

Full ceremony: Patriots introduce first-round draft pick Caleb Lomu

Caleb Lomu has finally made his way to New England. The 28th overall selection in this year’s NFL Draft, Lomu arrived at Gillette Stadium on Thursday morning and was promptly introduced to the local media. And while the timing was different this year — first-rounders usually take the podium the day after they get picked […]