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Patriots defense rises to Mike Vrabel challenge in second Eagles joint practice
The New England Patriots were ready to turn the page on their first joint practice with the Philadelphia Eagles almost immediately, but Mike Vrabel nonetheless made sure to hammer the point home. And not just that. The second-year head coach actively challenged the team, and especially its defense, to come back stronger after what had […]
Patriots reach injury settlement with offensive lineman Andrew Rupcich
The 2026 campaign is back on for Andrew Rupcich. The New England Patriots reached an injury settlement with the interior offensive lineman on Thursday, according to the NFL transaction wire. He will go through waivers entering the weekend with the chance to be claimed elsewhere. A return to Foxborough at a later date also cannot […]
5 performances of note from the second Patriots-Eagles joint practice
The public portion of the New England Patriots’ 2026 training camp is over, and it ended with one of the most eventful days of the summer. Squaring off against the Philadelphia Eagles for a second straight day of joint practices, the two-hour session saw a heavy focus on the red area and therefore plenty of […]
Two years later, Drake Maye sees Patriots’ growth against Eagles
Ahead of joint practices with the Philadelphia Eagles this week, Drake Maye turned on the film from two years ago. During Maye’s rookie season, the Eagles came to Foxboro for joint practices. With an Eagles team that went on to win the Super Bowl matching up against the Patriots team that fired their coach and […]
Patriots-Eagles joint practice recap: Defenses fight back on Day 2
The New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles held their second and final joint practice on Thursday, which turned out to be another highly competitive day. Here’s what went down on the fields behind Gillette Stadium. Setting Attire: Full pads Duration: ca. 2 hours (10:15 a.m.-12:15 a.m. ET) Conditions: Sunny, temperatures in the high 80s In typical fashion, the […]
Patriots News: Pats-Eagles confirms offense, secondary on right track
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Patriots training camp primer: Eagles joint practice preview, schedule, more for Day 2
For one final time this summer, New England Patriots fans will get an opportunity to watch their team on the practice fields. And it should be a fun session, too: the Philadelphia Eagles are still in town for the second and last day of joint practices. Here is everything you need to know about Patriots […]
Patriots quickly turning page after first Eagles joint practice
The New England Patriots ended their first joint practice with the Philadelphia Eagles on a high note. Not only did their offense score a field goal during a two-minute segment late in the session, their defense also prevented the opponent from putting any points on the board. But while the players involved can feel good […]
Christian Barmore is not happy to just bring pressure. He wants sacks.
Christian Barmore was one of the most disruptive interior defensive linemen in the NFL last season, but you wouldn’t know it looking at his sack count. In a combined 21 regular season and playoff games, he had only three quarterback takedowns despite also registering 55 other pressures. Entering into 2026, the goal is therefore clear: […]
Patriots rookie progressing under Mike Vrabel’s hard coaching
New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel is not afraid of being hard on rookie Gabe Jacas. In last Thursday’s preseason opener, that led to Vrabel calling out Jacas on the sidelines and challenging the rookie to compete harder on special teams. Jacas recorded a tackle shortly after. “I think that it needs to be […]
Patriots’ Will Campbell reminds Eagles All-Pro tackle of himself
Lane Johnson knows a thing or two about being the fourth overall pick in the draft. He also knows a bit about what it takes to be a top-tier offensive tackle in the NFL. So, when it comes to brain-picking, Will Campbell hardly could have chosen anyone better. The New England Patriots’ second-year tackle and […]
6 performances of note from the first Patriots-Eagles joint practice
Wednesday’s joint session between the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles was probably as close to a game atmosphere as you can get in practice. Thousands of spectators were in the stands, and they saw an entertaining two-hour affair — one that featured plenty of positive moments for the Patriots. To recap, please head over […]
What attracted Patriots to free agent signing Greg Van Roten
Coming out of their preseason opener with both of their top interior offensive line backups injured, the New England Patriots opted to proactively address the issue. After signing Darrian Dalcourt and Joseph Michalski two days after their 13-13 tie with the Indianapolis Colts, they also brought in a 12-year veteran earlier this week to further […]
A.J. Brown focused on Patriots amid heartfelt reunion with former Eagles teammates
The New England Patriots’ Wednesday joint practice marked the first time wide receiver A.J. Brown could reunite with his former Philadelphia Eagles teammates since he was traded to the Patriots on June 1. But still, Brown’s primary focus was on his craft and the everyday process of training camp as New England hosts the Eagles […]
Patriots training camp recap: Drake Maye shreds Eagles defense in first joint practice
The New England Patriots welcomed the Philadelphia Eagles to town for the first of two joint practices on Wednesday — a session that provided Mike Vrabel’s team a measuring stick opportunity. “I think they’ll be a good way to gauge that. Yes, I think that this is intentional,“ Vrabel said. ”This is a very good […]
Patriots News: A.J. Brown headlines Pats-Eagles joint practices
Patriots-Eagles joint practices are on the clock. Mike Vrabel speaks at 9:30. Practice starts at 10:15. Media availability, including A.J. Brown, is scheduled for 12:15. Enjoy the links below to review the storylines and things we’ll be watching to get ready for the next two days. I’m guessing the Patriots and Eagles will play it […]
Patriots training camp primer: Eagles joint practice preview, schedule, more for Day 1
The joint practice winds are a-blowin’ again in New England, and this time they brought the Philadelphia Eagles up to Foxborough. On Wednesday and Thursday, they and the Patriots will share the fields behind Gillette Stadium for a pair of joint sessions. Here is everything you need to know about the first of the two […]
Patriots training camp competitions, updated ahead of Eagles joint practices
The first joint practice with the Indianapolis Colts squarely in the rear-view mirror, the New England Patriots will be hosting two joint sessions this week. The Philadelphia Eagles, who last visited the team’s training camp in 2024, will spend the next two days sharing the fields behind Gillette Stadium with the reigning AFC champions. The […]
Patriots welcoming increased competition during Eagles joint practices
Competition continues to fuel the New England Patriots heading into 2026. Upcoming joint practices with the Philadelphia Eagles in Foxboro on Wednesday and Thursday offer another opportunity for the team to contend against new faces. Different opponents create different matchups, making those sessions more competitive and productive. “It’s competitiveness. Not going against the same guys […]
Jared Wilson’s collaboration with Doug Marrone already proving valuable
While New England Patriots second-year center Jared Wilson has focused on developing his communication and chemistry with quarterback Drake Maye this offseason, constructive dialogue is also at the root of his learning with offensive line coach Doug Marrone. Before Sunday’s training camp practice, Marrone noted how intentional Wilson has been about communicating with him throughout […]
What waiving Mitch Van Vooren means for the Patriots
As soon as veteran offensive lineman Greg Van Roten signing with the New England Patriots as a free agent was reported, one logical question was raised: what would the follow-up move be to keep the team under the offseason roster limit? We now know that it was waiving tight end Mitch Van Vooren. Let’s analyze […]
Patriots waive tight end after signing veteran lineman Greg Van Roten
After agreeing to terms with veteran offensive lineman Greg Van Roten, the New England Patriots had a corresponding move to make. The organization officially opened a spot on Tuesday by waiving tight end Mitch Van Vooren. The follow-up transaction keeps the 91-man roster at capacity ahead of joint practices with the Philadelphia Eagles. Van Vooren, […]
3 performances of note from the Patriots’ 18th training camp practice
With the Philadelphia Eagles set to join them on the practice fields the next two days, the New England Patriots decided to take things slow on Tuesday. The club held its second walkthrough in three days in order to get ready of what projects to be two intense joint sessions. To recap the 18th practice […]
Patriots training camp recap: Christian Gonzalez remains out during walkthrough
Ahead of a pair of joint practices, the New England Patriots dialed things down on Tuesday holding a walkthrough practice. Here’s what went down on the fields behind Gillette Stadium. Setting Attire: Jerseys, shorts, sneakers and bucket hats Duration: ca. 80 minutes (10:10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. ET) Conditions: Sunny, temperatures in the high 70s In typical walkthrough fashion, players […]
Patriots News: Eagles Week, camp takeaways, Year-2 leaps
It’s Eagles Week! Joint practices will be held Wednesday and Thursday ahead of a Saturday night preseason game on August 22nd at 7:00 pm. The only winners I’m concerned about will be the players who finish the week uninjured. My injury anxiety is real, and it’s spectacular. Before the game however we have plenty of […]