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Patriots reportedly sign first draft pick to rookie contract
Less than a week removed from the 2026 NFL Draft being wrapped up, the New England Patriots have signed their first selection to a rookie contract. Fifth-round cornerback Karon Prunty and the Patriots have reached an agreement on a four-year deal, as first reported by Christopher Price of the Boston Globe. Per the rookie wage […]
Patriots links 5/01/26: Which newbies will contribute in 2026?
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Patriots Mailbag: Are there concerns about trading for A.J. Brown?
The NFL Draft is in the rearview mirror as the New England Patriots made nine selections before signing 11 undrafted free agents. Work now picks up back in Foxboro where the rookie class will join next week, and potentially a big-time wide receiver addition joins the following month. So with that, let’s get into this […]
Dre’Mont Jones leaning on yoga, Pilates to build off career season
Dre’Mont Jones started his NFL career as a 280-plus-pound defensive tackle. In recent seasons, however, he has dropped roughly 15 pounds as he transitioned to outside linebacker. Part of that process has included taking up yoga and Pilates, something he has doubled down on this offseason. “My mobility has been my biggest thing I’ve been […]
Alijah Vera-Tucker injury update: Patriots OG on track for OTAs, training camp
New England Patriots offensive guard Alijah Vera-Tucker remains on track to participate in training camp later this summer and expects to be on the field for organized team activities later this month. “I’m definitely on track. Feeling great,” Vera-Tucker told reporters Thursday after the team’s voluntary offseason workout. “Shout out to the training staff here, […]
Patriots free agent additions hungry for first taste of playoff football
Dre’Mont Jones has suited up in 108 games across his eight-year NFL career. None of them, however, have come in the playoffs. The 29-year old pass rusher is looking to change that, which is one of the driving reasons he signed with the Patriots in free agency. “I haven’t experienced the playoffs since college football. […]
Patriots draft pick Gabe Jacas turns wrestling background into pass rush weapon
If Gabe Jacas wasn’t bringing down opposing quarterbacks, he was likely pinning opponents on the wrestling mat. Jacas picked up wrestling as a freshman at Fort Pierce Central High School. By his junior year — the time he also fully transitioned from offensive to defensive line — he posted a 26-4 record while winning a state […]
Patriots links 4/30/26: Gronk appreciation; Who’s on trade block?
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Robert Spillane injury update: Patriots LB sheds light on ankle issue
Over the first half of their 2025 season, Robert Spillane was an ironman on the New England Patriots defense. As a team captain, signal caller and three-down linebacker, he was on the field for more than 95% of snaps heading into the team’s Week 14 bye. However, coming out of the break, foot and ankle […]
Patriots scouting department sees more turnover after 2026 NFL Draft
The New England Patriots scouting department is undergoing some changes with the 2026 NFL Draft over. After already parting ways with director of scouting projects Marshall Oium, the reigning AFC champions also had to make a change at their Midwest area scout position. Justin Hickman, who had been with the organization since 2020, left to […]
Hunter Henry looking to pay it forward mentoring rookie Eli Raridon
Hunter Henry knows what it’s like to be a Day 2 draft pick. After being selected 35th overall in the 2016 NFL Draft by the then-San Diego Chargers, Henry joined a tight end room that featured future Hall of Famer Antonio Gates and veteran Sean McGrath. Sharing that room proved to be a valuable experience […]
Rob Gronkowski reacts to getting voted into Patriots Hall of Fame
Rob Gronkowski received a voicemail on Tuesday night that he will make sure to hold on to. The sender was New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, who informed him that he had been voted into the organization’s Hall of Fame as its 38th inductee. On Wednesday, the team made the decision public. And Gronkowski, from […]
Rob Gronkowski voted into Patriots Hall of Fame
Rob Gronkowski is the newest member of the red jacket club. The tight end has been selected as the 2026 inductee into the Patriots Hall of Fame, the team announced Wednesday. A second-round pick in the 2010 NFL Draft, Gronkowski spent nine seasons in New England, becoming one of the most productive and decorated players […]
Patriots links 4/29/26: Which late-round picks stick?
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Patriots part ways with high-ranking executive after 2026 NFL Draft
The NFL Draft is over, which means that the time for personnel turnover has arrived. For the New England Patriots, the first domino to fall already is a big one. Marshall Oium, the team’s director of scouting projects, will not be back with the club. Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston was first to report […]
What releasing Elijah Mitchell means for the Patriots
With the NFL Draft in the rear-view mirror, the New England Patriots continue to shake up their roster. On Monday, they released wide receiver John Jiles and tight end Marshall Lang; on Tuesday, another player was let go: running back Elijah Mitchell. Mitchell had originally joined the Patriots via their practice squad in late December, […]
Keion White trade results: Patriots use pick from 49ers in 2026 NFL Draft
The New England Patriots made a deadline deal with the San Francisco 49ers in 2025, sending Keion White to the West Coast. It was one of two moves that saw the Patriots move on from former starters alongside safety Kyle Dugger, who was traded to the Steelers. White played a bunch of snaps under the […]
What exercising Christian Gonzalez fifth-year option means for the Patriots
The writing was on the wall, and on Tuesday it finally happened: the New England Patriots picked up cornerback Christian Gonzalez’s fifth-year contract option. The deal, which seems more a formality than anything else, ensures that Gonzalez remains signed with the Patriots until after the 2027 season. What else does it mean for the team, […]
Patriots pick up Christian Gonzalez’s fifth-year contract option
With no contract extension having materialized yet, the New England Patriots decided to exercise the fifth-year option on cornerback Christian Gonzalez’s rookie deal. The move was finalized on Tuesday, as first reported by Adam Schefter of ESPN. This had been the expected outcome for much of the offseason. In fact, head coach Mike Vrabel said […]
New England Patriots analysis: Submit your Pats questions for our mailbag
The 2026 NFL Draft is in the rearview mirror as the New England Patriots made nine selections before adding 11 players in undrafted free agency. So, submit any Patriots questions — or whatever else is on your mind — down in the comments below or on Twitter using #PostPulpit. Stay tuned for Friday’s updated mailbag.
Patriots using Super Bowl loss as motivation heading into new season
The New England Patriots walked off the field in Santa Clara less than three months ago after coming out on the wrong side of Super Bowl 60. As players cleaned out their lockers and went their separate ways for the offseason, the disappointment traveled with them. “I watched a little. It still stings, to be […]
Patriots captains back Mike Vrabel amid ‘personal issues,’ keep focus on football
As the New England Patriots returned to the facility last week for the start of the voluntary offseason program, head coach Mike Vrabel addressed the team regarding his ongoing off-field situation. “I thought he did a great job,” Hunter Henry said. “It’s been the same Vrabes, bringing a lot of energy in the room. So, […]
Patriots clear third roster spot with running back Elijah Mitchell’s release
The New England Patriots have opened a spot in the backfield following the 2026 NFL draft. The organization announced the release of veteran running back Elijah Mitchell on Tuesday, as previously reported by Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed. Mitchell, 27, had circled back to Gillette Stadium to sign a futures contract after Super Bowl LX. He […]
Patriots links 4/28/26: Tackling the depth chart; Next great Patriots
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How Patriots’ 2026 draft picks can make an impact this season
The New England Patriots added nine players to their roster during the NFL Draft, which ran from April 23 to 25. New England spent significant draft capital on both sides of the ball as the team gears up for a potential return to the Super Bowl next season. The Patriots targeted prospects throughout the draft […]