The New England Patriots are entering the 2025 offseason with plenty of cap space and not a lot of pending free agent talent worthy of a contract extension. This will be a pivotal offseason under coach Mike Vrabel and the newly-assembled staff. The Patriots have an opportunity to reshape their team with some high-profile free agents. There’s hope that New England will be a more … [Read more...] about 5 big-ticket free agent targets for Patriots and spending plan in 2025 offseason
Two defensive coaches, including legendary LB, not returning to Patriots
New England Patriots inside linebackers coach Dont’a Hightower and outside linebackers coach Drew Wilkins will not be returning to the coaching staff in 2025, according to Mass Live’s Mark Daniels on Monday. Hightower took over as the outside linebackers coach last February. Wilkins was also hired last season as part of Jerod Mayo’s staff Hightower was a decorated player for … [Read more...] about Two defensive coaches, including legendary LB, not returning to Patriots
Patriots could circle back to OC candidate for another job
The New England Patriots could circle back to interim Chicago Bears head coach Thomas Brown for an offensive role on the coaching staff, according to ESPN’s Mike Reiss. Brown already interviewed for the offensive coordinator job in New England that ultimately went to Josh McDaniels. But the team could find a different role for him on the staff. Reiss suggested a possible role … [Read more...] about Patriots could circle back to OC candidate for another job
Why Patriots should consider trading for former Super Bowl MVP
The New England Patriots have a lot of work to do in the offseason, and they’ll have plenty of money to spend with $134 million in salary cap space. The Patriots need help in multiple areas, but one of the areas of weakness that have lingered the longest is at wide receiver. Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp could be a possible trade target considering he is currently … [Read more...] about Why Patriots should consider trading for former Super Bowl MVP
Former Patriots QB comments on new offensive scheme for Drake Maye
New England Patriots commentator and former quarterback Scott Zolak says newly-hired offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels won’t force Drake Maye to run the Tom Brady-style offense. There have been some concerns over Maye being the right fit for the way McDaniels has called the offense in the past for New England. However, Zolak believes the coach will make the necessary … [Read more...] about Former Patriots QB comments on new offensive scheme for Drake Maye
Patriots WR Kendrick Bourne makes pitch to Super Bowl MVP
New England Patriots wide receiver Kendrick Bourne put on his recruiting hat on Tuesday, as he tweeted at Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp to come to the Patriots. The former Super Bowl MVP is coming off a season that saw him record 67 catches for 710 yards and six touchdowns. There’s a connection between Bourne and Kupp with the two forming a two-headed monster at … [Read more...] about Patriots WR Kendrick Bourne makes pitch to Super Bowl MVP
Another former Titans assistant reportedly joining the Patriots
The New England Patriots are reportedly hiring former Tennessee Titans defensive assistant Clinton McMillan to join their coaching staff, according to Mass Live’s Mark Daniels. Last season, McMillan worked as the assistant defensive line coach/pass rush specialist with the Titans. He started as an outside linebackers coach with the Titans in 2021 before moving to the defensive … [Read more...] about Another former Titans assistant reportedly joining the Patriots
Legendary defender believes Patriots got it right with Mike Vrabel
Former New England Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi gave a strong endorsement for Mike Vrabel being named the Patriots’ new head coach. Bruschi and Vrabel were teammates from 2001-2008 and won three Super Bowls in that timeframe. The duo formed a sturdy linebacker group for the organization and helped set the tone for the defensive success in the 2000s. “He’s the right man for … [Read more...] about Legendary defender believes Patriots got it right with Mike Vrabel
Patriots safety Kyle Dugger details first interaction with Mike Vrabel
New England Patriots safety Kyle Dugger detailed the first conversation he had with coach Mike Vrabel in a recent interview with Boston Herald’s Andrew Callahan. Dugger is expected to play a key role on defense in 2025 after signing a four-year, $58 million contract extension last year. So it’s no surprise he’d be looking to get acquainted with his new head coach. “(Vrabel) was … [Read more...] about Patriots safety Kyle Dugger details first interaction with Mike Vrabel